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03-16-2018, 11:00 AM #2626
TAHOE: LAND OF THE SNOWFLAKES -- 17/18 STOKE
9:45 avy control on AM Road.
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03-16-2018, 11:01 AM #2627Banned
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TAHOE: LAND OF THE SNOWFLAKES -- 17/18 STOKE
The past 2 weeks, I have talked to a bunch (25) of locals and long time Squaw skiers. The majority of them think something fishy is going on. Some even say that sometimes they are saving the powder for the paying crowds. I have heard 2 or 3 Patrolmen even saying “people think we aren’t opening on purpose”.. so it seems like it’s a fairly common mindset in the air right now, among locals.
I haven’t been here for long, but 10 years ago, did Squaw open lifts on huge days? I’m sure it all depends on different factors, but generally speaking?
Again, I dont mean to sound like a douche. By all means, if safety is a concern, I’d rather be safe than sorry.. but does it have nothing to do with staffing issues? or maybe the rules of the holding company??
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03-16-2018, 11:07 AM #2628Registered User
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I was under the impression that we get bigger storm totals & MUCH bigger winds here than the intermountain region.
I skied jackson for my first time earlier this year after an ~8" dump; iirc we didn't load until around 10. ymmv
Also, I heard once that it takes more bombs to make sierra cement move. Might be an old wives tale..
I don't believe the "hold snow for the weekend" theory. You think the 2 bit fuckups at KSL could keep that secret?
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03-16-2018, 11:08 AM #2629
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03-16-2018, 11:12 AM #2630Banned
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Is it a madhouse?? I’m trying to decide whether to go ski lower mtn or not..
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03-16-2018, 11:14 AM #2631Registered User
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Well, in this particular instance, we've gotten a ton of snow over the last few days, it dumped a ton last night, was blowing over 100mph last night, and it's still pounding with 70mph gusts over the crest... Not to mention 4 people got caught in a post-control release last Friday. I don't think it's some conspiracy. Also, all things being equal, 20" of blower at Big Sky is easier to deal with than 20" of Sierra Cement...
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03-16-2018, 11:17 AM #2632Banned
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Agreed. I was just wondering. There does actually seem to be some circulating thoughts among a lot of locals though, making me paranoid!
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03-16-2018, 11:17 AM #2633
See last seasons Tahoe thread for a long discussion on this subject but basically since KSL took over when there is a big storm everyone but Squaw/Alpine opens. Not surprising at all this season is the same and the avalanche and inbounds death don’t help things.
Anyone at Northstar, Heavenly or Kirkwood?
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03-16-2018, 11:21 AM #2634Banned
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So it’s not just all in my imagination..
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03-16-2018, 11:32 AM #2635
TAHOE: LAND OF THE SNOWFLAKES -- 17/18 STOKE
No. For what it is worth, Vail Resorts has been good at opening their resorts. Yes, Heavenly and Northstar are much easier to open than Squaw/Alpine but Kirkwood has a ton of avalanche terrain and regularly opens the front side when Squaw/Alpine is pretty much closed. It used to not be like this but this is now what we have to accept.
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03-16-2018, 11:44 AM #2636click here
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I hope yer posting from the bottom of Squaw or KW...
I'm gonna guess it has to do with the weight of northern Sierra snow vs northern Rocky snow. 10% water content snow is twice as heavy as 5% snow. Twice the work required right there.
Being first to jump off some feature is timing. Gotta be at the front of the line if you want your choice. Learn the mountain and its operations if you want to score more than one in a day. Would guess BS and JH are the same in this department.
You've skied both... what's the difference?
6 looks about to pop. 88 is closed, no need to share first few laps. Git after it!10/01/2012 Site was upgraded to 300 baud.
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03-16-2018, 11:56 AM #2637
People staying on the hill at the wood are winners. In North Lake, Northstar looks like the smart choice with the backside open and 26 inches. Way to go KSL...
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03-16-2018, 12:00 PM #2638Banned
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TAHOE: LAND OF THE SNOWFLAKES -- 17/18 STOKE
Twice the work, but half of the avy danger?? Or not really?
I actually got caught in a little 100’, 8” sluff slide yesterday. Couldn’t see shit, just knew I was sliding sideways, and then ended up upside down on my head..
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03-16-2018, 12:01 PM #2639click here
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Squaw is and always has been a gamble on storm days. Northstar is traditionally the goto resort if you want to ski and don't mind the angle. Other resorts fall between. Same with lifts and runs at a given resort. Some tend to open, some stay closed until the snowfall or wind ends. Roads too, for that matter. The regulars at a given resort are happy to fill you in. Ask about 20 and add your own observations to get a full picture.
ETA KW cam shows 5 and 6 loading.
Often times I find it's best to just go. I.e. early this morning I would have been either sleeping at the base, or trying to get there. Take action, then check conditions - paradoxically produces better results.Last edited by LongShortLong; 03-16-2018 at 12:03 PM. Reason: lift update
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03-16-2018, 12:05 PM #2640Banned
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Damn, I wish I was that core. I usually watch for conditions, and then take action, instead of the other way around. I need to step up.
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03-16-2018, 12:07 PM #2641
Alpine is spinning Scott. Not sure if loading or not.
Looks like they might give her a go.
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03-16-2018, 12:24 PM #2642Registered User
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03-16-2018, 12:25 PM #2643Banned
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TAHOE: LAND OF THE SNOWFLAKES -- 17/18 STOKE
Lift status says Olympic Lady and KT-22 delayed, rather than closed. You guys think they will open them?
Screw it, I’m heading out to see for myself. Better late than never I guess.
Edit: they just opened
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03-16-2018, 12:28 PM #2644
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03-16-2018, 12:32 PM #2645glocal
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^^^^^Yeah, buddy!
Days like this make me miss living in Kirkwood. There's nothing better than only having only the people staying there to share the mountain with; even if the east side people come in over Carson Pass.
God made the highway go through the spur for good reason.
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03-16-2018, 12:40 PM #2646?
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Wow that was fun.
Decided to just take 89 from Truckee to Tahoe City, Got caught up in this 1.5 hour stand still and was turned back @ Squaw. So now I am home 4 hours later after not skiing Home wood. - FUCK!!
It is snowing HARD up high I think they are going to shut down 80 between Verdi and TruckeeOwn your fail. ~Jer~
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03-16-2018, 12:45 PM #2647
Why don't you just join patrol and find out for yourself? They even take volunteers. Or armchair ski area operators.
Also...read this thread first please. All of your questions have been asked, answered, asked, answered, asked, answered.... https://www.tetongravity.com/forums/...out-KSL-threadsproing!
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03-16-2018, 12:46 PM #2648
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03-16-2018, 12:56 PM #2650
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