2012 Australian Snow Season

[PabloEscobar]

It looks like a good way to get on snow in spring.
I wish the Vic Resorts would jump on board.

I'm almost tempted to make the trek across for a couple of days.

[Jaff]

Originally Posted by G-PhresH

Only operates till end of August
Deal above is valid from Sept

Greyhound seems to do coaches down there during September...

[G-PhresH]

Originally Posted by Jaff

Greyhound seems to do coaches down there during September...

Thanks will check it out

[figrin]

Does that $199 deal include SkiTube pass? Even if you get transport to the hotel you still need transport to the SkiTube, then another pass to be on the SkiTube right?

[GooSE]

Originally Posted by figrin

Does that $199 deal include SkiTube pass?

No. In addition to Skitube there are also plenty of shuttle services between Jindabyne and Perisher.

I drive to Perisher, so it's of no consequence.

[drizzy]

Originally Posted by Nikoy

Pretty much.. I went to Morzine/PDS this year did you go with HOFNAR.. fucking epic week that was and cheap.

Thats about your costs for that price you could spend a week in Queenstown which is much better.

Sounds like the best plan then would be weekends at the Vic fields depending on conditions, a week in NZ, and a week in Japan in summer!

I stayed in a studio in Morzine - self organised. A guy I work with went with HOFNAR though and said it was brilliant.

Also worth considering if you're doing a solo'ish trip is UCPA - they are a french non-profit organisation (that sell to the UK market too) who are really really good value I think. I've not been but snowheads has reasonably good things to say about them. Think €350-600 for accommodation, all food, lift passes and board/ski rental. Some include lessons of various levels. You only need to sort out flights and transfers.

It's probably all very basic and hostely (they're for 18-39year olds) but great value.

[GooSE]

How long does everyone go between hot waxes?

I've skied 4 days since my last one, wondering whether to get it done again before my next outing.

[Nikoy]

Originally Posted by drizzy

Sounds like the best plan then would be weekends at the Vic fields depending on conditions, a week in NZ, and a week in Japan in summer!

I stayed in a studio in Morzine - self organised. A guy I work with went with HOFNAR though and said it was brilliant.

Also worth considering if you're doing a solo'ish trip is UCPA - they are a french non-profit organisation (that sell to the UK market too) who are really really good value I think. I've not been but snowheads has reasonably good things to say about them. Think €350-600 for accommodation, all food, lift passes and board/ski rental. Some include lessons of various levels. You only need to sort out flights and transfers.

It's probably all very basic and hostely (they're for 18-39year olds) but great value.

I went with hofnar after a friend recomneded it to me.. It was an epic week.

[nordica-k2]

Originally Posted by GooSE

How long does everyone go between hot waxes?

I've skied 4 days since my last one, wondering whether to get it done again before my next outing.

Usually when the ski/board feels sticky and depending on terrain
http://prowake.com.au/pro-shop/snow.html

[PabloEscobar]

Was snowing pretty heavily at Falls Creek when I left about an Hour ago.

Fingers crossed it stays cold and keeps snowing.

I'm pretty slack on board maintenance ,

I'll only wax it if its noticeably grippy on snow that shouldn't be.

I've probably ridden 15 days this season, and it started to feel a bit sticky in places today. So I'll get it done before I go out next time (friday hopefully).

I'll have to dig out a longer board if theres Fresh snow... for some reason, I doubt my 153 will float my 6'2 100 (and the rest) KG frame.

[PabloEscobar]

Snow Workers First World Problem:

Finally get Day off
Weather is sunny
Fresh snow over night
Tree down on the road up
12/14 Lifts on Wind-Hold


Why you do this to me.

[mickeylieu]

Where are you working? What do you do?

[PabloEscobar]

IT Nerd, Falls Creek and Hotham, and a little bit around the place .

[mickeylieu]

Originally Posted by PabloEscobar

IT Nerd, Falls Creek and Hotham, and a little bit around the place .

haha thats awesome software or hardware? or just the 'IT' guy?

[JoJoker]

Originally Posted by PabloEscobar

Should be Good.
We had some new snow Yesterday, and word around the traps is that Thursday is still looking good for even more. Supposed to get real cold down to real low levels, so any snow that falls should be really good.

Yeah, snow was pretty good. It was really powdery Friday but the winds blew it all away . Sunday was above 0 and clear, blue skies which meant the lifts to orchard could open. So much fun.

I only hit one skier, who cut me off, the whole weekend.