The official 2008 Montuckistan Summit Thread

[Jumper Bones]

It's been a long time since I did the Sun Valley-Big Sky run, but I seem to remember it being about 5-6 hours in good weather, which is concordant with the Google Maps assessment of 317 miles. Lots of small 2-lane roads which are mostly OK in clear dry conditions, but prolly suck in poor weather, esp at night.

That sounds about right. While I can't vouch for ID roads, the highway from Idaho Falls to West Yellowstone and then on to Big Sky/Bozeman is a major thoroughfare - it gets plowed and sanded regularly. Lots and lots of truck traffic.

It isn't impassable by any means whatsoever, but do take it easy. Several fatal car accidents in that canyon...just be mellow. Speeding on icy twisty roads with all sorts of truck traffic = a bad idea. Amazing some people can't get that (myself included at times!).

[lobstahmeatwad]

prolly be down to host some mags locally if you are not TO much of a freak.
Plenty of room.
I live right in town.
I'm poor, so I ski the bridgers pretty much always.
No trolls allowed. Keep me up to date.

[hutash]

It's been a long time since I did the Sun Valley-Big Sky run, but I seem to remember it being about 5-6 hours in good weather, which is concordant with the Google Maps assessment of 317 miles. Lots of small 2-lane roads which are mostly OK in clear dry conditions, but prolly suck in poor weather, esp at night.

But it only looks like they are about two inches apart when I google map it

Thanks for the info, I figured it would be some pretty sucky roads. Last time I did it was in 1975, and my memory is hazy for a variety of reasons.

[jepilot]

Wow, $405 including taxes and fees from Philly to Bozeman...I probably have to book it now while I'm looking at it though. Seems like closer to $500 is the average.

[Jumper Bones]

Hey airfare folks, possibly look into Idaho Falls as well. There's still a decent drive involved (about 3 hours I think), but that's an alternative to Montana destinations...if that's what's driving the prices up. And it's the same drive as it is from Missoula, or a little more than Billings.

[lobstahmeatwad]

If you find $400 it's a decent deal DOIT! 350 is a really GOOD deal.
Once you get here you can never afford to leave.

[powslut]

keep me in the loop for your plans. I'm hoping that my back will let me ski a LOT more this year.
maybe the week after the comp? 23-???
ski castle on the way down?

Keep me posted as well. I should be able to swing a bit of time off around there.

[BrianGriffin]

Hmm, that lines up pretty damn well with my spring break this year. . .

[weibo]

castle would be about half way of an 8 hour drive so that would work.

Although I would love to summitpool with you again Doug, i seem to have booked a backcountry lodge trip March 2-8 so I am not sure I can pull the back to back trip . Keep me in the loop anyway Ab mags.

[DougW]

Although I would love to summitpool with you again Doug, i seem to have booked a backcountry lodge trip March 2-8 so I am not sure I can pull the back to back trip . Keep me in the loop anyway Ab mags.

you do need a new pic for your avatar you know, that one from JH summit is getting a bit old.

[weibo]

That reasoning is very sound Doug I will try that arguement out.

[TyWebb]

Good stuff JB. I'm in for the 1st weekend in Bozeman/Bridger.

[Kali Boy]

prolly be down to host some mags locally if you are not TO much of a freak.
Plenty of room.
I live right in town.
I'm poor, so I ski the bridgers pretty much always.
No trolls allowed. Keep me up to date.

Count me in !!!! I'll bring some clean needles.

[lobstahmeatwad]

they wouldn't let me on the plane last time with my needles.
I had to go to the local agricultural supply store.
Best place for cheap antibiotics, you just have to reduce the dosage slightly.

[FREESKIER_FIVE-0]

The sat-sunday weekend we should hit up the 'Ghee or Red Lodge. That way I get to come to atleast a day of maggot partying.

[leroy jenkins]

The sat-sunday weekend we should hit up the 'Ghee or Red Lodge. That way I get to come to atleast a day of maggot partying.

I could be very interested in a Jackson/Ghee mini summit either before or after the mt one.

[skibuminwyo]

oh i am so in on this... maybe some backcountry days down around here. and yea. rock dodge is probably 3 hours away, might be good might suck, but no matter what it will be GOOOODDDD

[PORNO SAVED MY LIFE!]

just got off the phone with Steve.
he wants to drive out there I said your nuts, but hey I might want 2 tag along.
The things we do 4 love.
not fucking man love Ski Love you pervs.
My father lives in Boseman, too bad he is a Dick or I would crash there.

[stuckathuntermtn]

I can't wait. My dad will be here during those dates. Splitting his time between my bro and I. He's a lively 62 year old. let's show him a good time.

[Jumper Bones]

Teasers, then?

[Rasputin]

Sweet. I'd like to hit Big Sky, and Disco if it has any snow. Be cool to meet some folks.

[ski_faster]

College students might be able to get some cheap tickets $35 if they purchase a Frequent Sky Card. I am not sure if this is just for MSU students or anybody with a valid student ID. Might be worth a call to the ticket office.

Pulled from Big Sky website

Frequent Sky Cards - $75
Order On-line Now
Get day ticket at window
$20 off the regular season window rate (Adult $55, Senior $45, Junior/College $35)
$5 off when adult window prices are $50 or less
14 free ski days ( Sunday, November 25-Saturday, December 1, 2007& Monday,April 7, 2008-Sunday, April 13, 2008.)
Wednesday, January 2-Sunday, January 6, 2008 half price of regular season rate (Adults $38, Senior $33, Juniors $28)
50% discount on Huntley Lodging (opening- Jan. 6, 2008; April 7-13, 2008) Additional dates available, contact reservations; some restrictions apply
10% discount on any retail items in any Big Sky Resort outlet.
25% OFF adult group ski/snowboard lessons any Saturday, all season.
Purchase after October 31, 2007: $125. No cards sold during free ski week or after December 31, 2007.
Two for One Tube Park Tickets after 6pm. Tubing down the Mountain is always more fun with a friend. Stop by Big Sky Sports to learn more about this new fun activity.

Not Applicable to Lone Peak Pass

[Sirshredalot]

Teasers, then?

In addition to being able to use my connections for a group rate at Bridger, i can probably do the same at Teasers.

Damn, I'm awesome.

[lobstahmeatwad]

In addition to being able to use my connections for a group rate at Bridger, i can probably do the same at Teasers.

Damn, I'm awesome.

dood just cause you whored yourself there doesn't mean they will cut you any deals.

[schwerty]

Would anyone be interested in a couple days around Cooke in addition to BS/Ghee...???