OT: Ski Week

[macromaniac]

I went up to Lake Arrowhead on Friday morning and hit the snow storm at 4500 ft. I did not have any snow chains and got bent over without the vaseline at the check point. $160.00 dollars for chains and $40.00 to put them on…took the guy 5 minutes.

So, again, buy the chains before you head up or bring your own vaseline…..

Either way…not fun….

[PCinSD]

If this is all about the kids, it’s tough to say. Do they get frustrated easily? Are they athletic? Some kids have a natural ability to pick up snowboarding fairly easy. Also, if you’re only going to attempt snow boarding once, I would say don’t bother. Stick to snow tubing/sledding. It’s much easier to have fun and the chances of getting hurt are minimal.

I’ve rented equipment locally and at the slopes. Local rentals are a bit cheaper. But, it is more of a hassle. Another huge downside of renting locally: You are stuck with whatever size boots you rented. If your kids have never been skiing/snowboarding, it’s tough to get the right size boots. It depends on how thick your socks are, if you tuck pant legs into the boots, etc. They may feel fine when you try them on at the rental place, but after one trip down the hill you realize they are killing your feet/ankles and are the wrong size. If you rent at the resort, you can just swap them out – no extra charge.

Layer the clothing and use some kind of “shell” that will keep them dry.

For a day of skiing, bring your own food. It will be cheaper and better than what you get while up there.

[PCinSD]

If this is all about the kids, it’s tough to say. Do they get frustrated easily? Are they athletic? Some kids have a natural ability to pick up snowboarding fairly easy. Also, if you’re only going to attempt snow boarding once, I would say don’t bother. Stick to snow tubing/sledding. It’s much easier to have fun and the chances of getting hurt are minimal.

I’ve rented equipment locally and at the slopes. Local rentals are a bit cheaper. But, it is more of a hassle. Another huge downside of renting locally: You are stuck with whatever size boots you rented. If your kids have never been skiing/snowboarding, it’s tough to get the right size boots. It depends on how thick your socks are, if you tuck pant legs into the boots, etc. They may feel fine when you try them on at the rental place, but after one trip down the hill you realize they are killing your feet/ankles and are the wrong size. If you rent at the resort, you can just swap them out – no extra charge.

Layer the clothing and use some kind of “shell” that will keep them dry.

For a day of skiing, bring your own food. It will be cheaper and better than what you get while up there.

[PCinSD]

If this is all about the kids, it’s tough to say. Do they get frustrated easily? Are they athletic? Some kids have a natural ability to pick up snowboarding fairly easy. Also, if you’re only going to attempt snow boarding once, I would say don’t bother. Stick to snow tubing/sledding. It’s much easier to have fun and the chances of getting hurt are minimal.

I’ve rented equipment locally and at the slopes. Local rentals are a bit cheaper. But, it is more of a hassle. Another huge downside of renting locally: You are stuck with whatever size boots you rented. If your kids have never been skiing/snowboarding, it’s tough to get the right size boots. It depends on how thick your socks are, if you tuck pant legs into the boots, etc. They may feel fine when you try them on at the rental place, but after one trip down the hill you realize they are killing your feet/ankles and are the wrong size. If you rent at the resort, you can just swap them out – no extra charge.

Layer the clothing and use some kind of “shell” that will keep them dry.

For a day of skiing, bring your own food. It will be cheaper and better than what you get while up there.

[PCinSD]

If this is all about the kids, it’s tough to say. Do they get frustrated easily? Are they athletic? Some kids have a natural ability to pick up snowboarding fairly easy. Also, if you’re only going to attempt snow boarding once, I would say don’t bother. Stick to snow tubing/sledding. It’s much easier to have fun and the chances of getting hurt are minimal.

I’ve rented equipment locally and at the slopes. Local rentals are a bit cheaper. But, it is more of a hassle. Another huge downside of renting locally: You are stuck with whatever size boots you rented. If your kids have never been skiing/snowboarding, it’s tough to get the right size boots. It depends on how thick your socks are, if you tuck pant legs into the boots, etc. They may feel fine when you try them on at the rental place, but after one trip down the hill you realize they are killing your feet/ankles and are the wrong size. If you rent at the resort, you can just swap them out – no extra charge.

Layer the clothing and use some kind of “shell” that will keep them dry.

For a day of skiing, bring your own food. It will be cheaper and better than what you get while up there.

[PCinSD]

If this is all about the kids, it’s tough to say. Do they get frustrated easily? Are they athletic? Some kids have a natural ability to pick up snowboarding fairly easy. Also, if you’re only going to attempt snow boarding once, I would say don’t bother. Stick to snow tubing/sledding. It’s much easier to have fun and the chances of getting hurt are minimal.

I’ve rented equipment locally and at the slopes. Local rentals are a bit cheaper. But, it is more of a hassle. Another huge downside of renting locally: You are stuck with whatever size boots you rented. If your kids have never been skiing/snowboarding, it’s tough to get the right size boots. It depends on how thick your socks are, if you tuck pant legs into the boots, etc. They may feel fine when you try them on at the rental place, but after one trip down the hill you realize they are killing your feet/ankles and are the wrong size. If you rent at the resort, you can just swap them out – no extra charge.

Layer the clothing and use some kind of “shell” that will keep them dry.

For a day of skiing, bring your own food. It will be cheaper and better than what you get while up there.

[nostradamus]

I think helmets are an absolute necessity, even if you don’t ride aggressively. There are lots of collisions up there. It seems to me that people at the So. Cal. resorts are more reckless than anywhere else. Ambulances and paramedics are always seen hauling people out.

Common snowboarding injuries are broken tailbones, broken pelvis (both from falling on ass), and broken thumbs/fingers/wrists from falling with outstretched hands. Learn to fall without hurting these areas and you’ll do well!

With this great snow it’s the best time for you to get out there. The chains are easy but you’ll get a little dirty putting them on so bring a towel and some sanitary lotion.

There are plenty of how-to snowboard videos on youtube that will help you get started. I strongly suggest you review things like “how to get off the lift” before you get going. Then you can move on to your front-side 360 (ha haaaa NOT).

[nostradamus]

I think helmets are an absolute necessity, even if you don’t ride aggressively. There are lots of collisions up there. It seems to me that people at the So. Cal. resorts are more reckless than anywhere else. Ambulances and paramedics are always seen hauling people out.

Common snowboarding injuries are broken tailbones, broken pelvis (both from falling on ass), and broken thumbs/fingers/wrists from falling with outstretched hands. Learn to fall without hurting these areas and you’ll do well!

With this great snow it’s the best time for you to get out there. The chains are easy but you’ll get a little dirty putting them on so bring a towel and some sanitary lotion.

There are plenty of how-to snowboard videos on youtube that will help you get started. I strongly suggest you review things like “how to get off the lift” before you get going. Then you can move on to your front-side 360 (ha haaaa NOT).

[nostradamus]

I think helmets are an absolute necessity, even if you don’t ride aggressively. There are lots of collisions up there. It seems to me that people at the So. Cal. resorts are more reckless than anywhere else. Ambulances and paramedics are always seen hauling people out.

Common snowboarding injuries are broken tailbones, broken pelvis (both from falling on ass), and broken thumbs/fingers/wrists from falling with outstretched hands. Learn to fall without hurting these areas and you’ll do well!

With this great snow it’s the best time for you to get out there. The chains are easy but you’ll get a little dirty putting them on so bring a towel and some sanitary lotion.

There are plenty of how-to snowboard videos on youtube that will help you get started. I strongly suggest you review things like “how to get off the lift” before you get going. Then you can move on to your front-side 360 (ha haaaa NOT).

[nostradamus]

I think helmets are an absolute necessity, even if you don’t ride aggressively. There are lots of collisions up there. It seems to me that people at the So. Cal. resorts are more reckless than anywhere else. Ambulances and paramedics are always seen hauling people out.

Common snowboarding injuries are broken tailbones, broken pelvis (both from falling on ass), and broken thumbs/fingers/wrists from falling with outstretched hands. Learn to fall without hurting these areas and you’ll do well!

With this great snow it’s the best time for you to get out there. The chains are easy but you’ll get a little dirty putting them on so bring a towel and some sanitary lotion.

There are plenty of how-to snowboard videos on youtube that will help you get started. I strongly suggest you review things like “how to get off the lift” before you get going. Then you can move on to your front-side 360 (ha haaaa NOT).

[nostradamus]

I think helmets are an absolute necessity, even if you don’t ride aggressively. There are lots of collisions up there. It seems to me that people at the So. Cal. resorts are more reckless than anywhere else. Ambulances and paramedics are always seen hauling people out.

Common snowboarding injuries are broken tailbones, broken pelvis (both from falling on ass), and broken thumbs/fingers/wrists from falling with outstretched hands. Learn to fall without hurting these areas and you’ll do well!

With this great snow it’s the best time for you to get out there. The chains are easy but you’ll get a little dirty putting them on so bring a towel and some sanitary lotion.

There are plenty of how-to snowboard videos on youtube that will help you get started. I strongly suggest you review things like “how to get off the lift” before you get going. Then you can move on to your front-side 360 (ha haaaa NOT).

[BGinRB]

[quote=macromaniac]I went up to Lake Arrowhead on Friday morning and hit the snow storm at 4500 ft. I did not have any snow chains and got bent over without the vaseline at the check point. $160.00 dollars for chains and $40.00 to put them on…took the guy 5 minutes.

So, again, buy the chains before you head up or bring your own vaseline…..

Either way…not fun….[/quote]

The rates went up since 2003.

I recommend Big Bear, but go to Snow Summit resort, not Bear Mountain. The latter has fewer entry level runs and more snowboarders, which increases your chances of getting hit by one.

Once you are comfortable in beginner’s area go to the family park area (chair 9 – use chair 2 to get to the summit). There are three or four runs in the family park area – stay on the Skyline Creek run (the leftmost). Other have steep drop near the end.

To get down to the village use Summit Run. That run is nice, long, but too many people on it if you are not fast enough. You will likely be way too tired to enjoy it. Make sure to stay off of Miracle Mile.

If you get back before 1pm (could be noon, check) return the pass for a voucher which can be used the next time you buy a pass.
Try to be there 60 minutes before the chairs start – you will need some time to change, rent equipment, get on the slope – and if you are late you won’t be able to park within walking distance, you will need to use the shuttle.

Read all about it @ snowsummit.com

If you can afford to stay there two days I would recommend getting lessons on day 1 (you don’t really need ski pass if you take the lessons since four hours of skiing is more than enough for day 1)

[BGinRB]

[quote=macromaniac]I went up to Lake Arrowhead on Friday morning and hit the snow storm at 4500 ft. I did not have any snow chains and got bent over without the vaseline at the check point. $160.00 dollars for chains and $40.00 to put them on…took the guy 5 minutes.

So, again, buy the chains before you head up or bring your own vaseline…..

Either way…not fun….[/quote]

The rates went up since 2003.

I recommend Big Bear, but go to Snow Summit resort, not Bear Mountain. The latter has fewer entry level runs and more snowboarders, which increases your chances of getting hit by one.

Once you are comfortable in beginner’s area go to the family park area (chair 9 – use chair 2 to get to the summit). There are three or four runs in the family park area – stay on the Skyline Creek run (the leftmost). Other have steep drop near the end.

To get down to the village use Summit Run. That run is nice, long, but too many people on it if you are not fast enough. You will likely be way too tired to enjoy it. Make sure to stay off of Miracle Mile.

If you get back before 1pm (could be noon, check) return the pass for a voucher which can be used the next time you buy a pass.
Try to be there 60 minutes before the chairs start – you will need some time to change, rent equipment, get on the slope – and if you are late you won’t be able to park within walking distance, you will need to use the shuttle.

Read all about it @ snowsummit.com

If you can afford to stay there two days I would recommend getting lessons on day 1 (you don’t really need ski pass if you take the lessons since four hours of skiing is more than enough for day 1)

[BGinRB]

[quote=macromaniac]I went up to Lake Arrowhead on Friday morning and hit the snow storm at 4500 ft. I did not have any snow chains and got bent over without the vaseline at the check point. $160.00 dollars for chains and $40.00 to put them on…took the guy 5 minutes.

So, again, buy the chains before you head up or bring your own vaseline…..

Either way…not fun….[/quote]

The rates went up since 2003.

I recommend Big Bear, but go to Snow Summit resort, not Bear Mountain. The latter has fewer entry level runs and more snowboarders, which increases your chances of getting hit by one.

Once you are comfortable in beginner’s area go to the family park area (chair 9 – use chair 2 to get to the summit). There are three or four runs in the family park area – stay on the Skyline Creek run (the leftmost). Other have steep drop near the end.

To get down to the village use Summit Run. That run is nice, long, but too many people on it if you are not fast enough. You will likely be way too tired to enjoy it. Make sure to stay off of Miracle Mile.

If you get back before 1pm (could be noon, check) return the pass for a voucher which can be used the next time you buy a pass.
Try to be there 60 minutes before the chairs start – you will need some time to change, rent equipment, get on the slope – and if you are late you won’t be able to park within walking distance, you will need to use the shuttle.

Read all about it @ snowsummit.com

If you can afford to stay there two days I would recommend getting lessons on day 1 (you don’t really need ski pass if you take the lessons since four hours of skiing is more than enough for day 1)

[BGinRB]

[quote=macromaniac]I went up to Lake Arrowhead on Friday morning and hit the snow storm at 4500 ft. I did not have any snow chains and got bent over without the vaseline at the check point. $160.00 dollars for chains and $40.00 to put them on…took the guy 5 minutes.

So, again, buy the chains before you head up or bring your own vaseline…..

Either way…not fun….[/quote]

The rates went up since 2003.

I recommend Big Bear, but go to Snow Summit resort, not Bear Mountain. The latter has fewer entry level runs and more snowboarders, which increases your chances of getting hit by one.

Once you are comfortable in beginner’s area go to the family park area (chair 9 – use chair 2 to get to the summit). There are three or four runs in the family park area – stay on the Skyline Creek run (the leftmost). Other have steep drop near the end.

To get down to the village use Summit Run. That run is nice, long, but too many people on it if you are not fast enough. You will likely be way too tired to enjoy it. Make sure to stay off of Miracle Mile.

If you get back before 1pm (could be noon, check) return the pass for a voucher which can be used the next time you buy a pass.
Try to be there 60 minutes before the chairs start – you will need some time to change, rent equipment, get on the slope – and if you are late you won’t be able to park within walking distance, you will need to use the shuttle.

Read all about it @ snowsummit.com

If you can afford to stay there two days I would recommend getting lessons on day 1 (you don’t really need ski pass if you take the lessons since four hours of skiing is more than enough for day 1)

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