[Simplex123]

Super excited about snowboarding season! First time season pass holder. Planning to go 20+ days if my school and work schedule works out.
I didn't get a chance to ride with you guys last season.. So let's plan more meets this year!

I got all my gear ready from last year, just might need some new boots and goggles. (My boa loosens up just half way down the mountain..) Are all boa's like that? Should I get one with a double boa system? Or do you guys recommend laces?

Anyone have a Cypress pass already?

[ziggyx]

you didn't keep the original thread titles we had going even though it was just two years, should be winter thirteen winter fourteen :troll:

but once again I can't wait for the season to start. I just picked up a new board for super cheap and I'm excited to use it. Last season I got in around 25+ days, this season I'm hoping to get in way more than that, since I just graduated and don't have to deal with hw and tests anymore. Although I'm not entirely sure which mountain I'll be on; it's either gonna be Seymour or Cypress.

Can't give any advice or help on the boots though. I'm pretty clueless in that area lol. If no one has any advice here, I'm sure if you ask on the snowboarding forums someone will definitely help you there.

[XplicitLuder]

Man I barely get in like 10 days. That's why I want a seasons pass so bad but I know it won't be worth it yet :( got a helmet and most of my stuff from last year. Thinking of new goggles tho.. Maybe ones that will allow me to wear my glasses at same time as I don't wanna get contacts since I hate poking myself lol
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[tomatogunk]

Can't wait for this season as well. Anyone have an old board but reliable they'd like to sell?

Can't wait to use the Ruroc helmet I bought at the end of last season. Also bought a silver season pass with Cypress. For those wanting to save, check Craigslist for group codes on season passes for Cypress. Saved me at least $120 with this group buy.

[XplicitLuder]

Wanted a ruroc so bad but I have a huge head. Prob need a XXL bahaha
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[ziggyx]

So that was the helmet I saw last season. Some chick was wearing it and I heard a little kid say it was super cool out loud haha and I gotta admit he was right. Had no idea it was 300+ bucks though.

[wobuffet]

you mean like this? i got mine last season. they have MANY discount codes every couple weeks / months. jumped on it when they had a 30% off last season.
the only thing i don't like about it is that the texture of the helmet is a bit rough, so I can't mount my gopro unless i sand down the area.
https://scontent-b-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/312908_10151350791936586_367973843_n.jpg

[will068]

For those who wanted the discounted Cypress Passes, this deal expires Oct 2:

[BC] Cypress Mountain Season Pass - BMW Promo - RedFlagDeals.com Forums (http://forums.redflagdeals.com/bc-cypress-mountain-season-pass-bmw-promo-1385830/)

[Greenstoner]

best place to get a board deal locally ? aiming for last year inventory, went to west 4th yesterday and not much selection

[Qasual]

Working up in Cypress again, third year up. One day a week = free snowboarding any day.

[ziggyx]

best place to get a board deal locally ? aiming for last year inventory, went to west 4th yesterday and not much selection

These aren't really local but Ski, Snowboard, Wakeboard, Skateboard & the Freshest Clothes | evo (http://www.evo.com) has last years inventory on sale, and maybe you can find cheaper stuff if you go a year older. There's also the whistler turkey sale which happens in October around thanksgiving. I think it's the 11-14 according to some whistler event website.

Speaking of whistler, they just got some snow. :fullofwin:
Whistler Blackcomb - Web Cams - Whistler (http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/the-mountain/web-cams/whistler.aspx)

[sonick]

WHO: ROSSIGNOL, SMITH OPTICS, LINE SKIS, FULL TILT BOOTS, SMARTWOOL

WHAT: SKIS, BOOTS, BINDINGS, GOGGLES, HELMETS, SUNGLASSES, MERINO WOOL BASELAYERS & SOCKS, HOODIES, HATS, AND MUCH MORE!

WHERE: Holiday Inn Express, Atrium Ballroom
2889 Hastings St. East
Vancouver, BC
(Hastings Street @ Renfrew -- 1/2 Block West of the PNE)
Free Parking

WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2PM – 9PM
Saturday, October 5, 10AM- 4PM

WHY: THE WINTER SEASON IS UPON US AND IT'S TIME TO GET YOUR GEAR IN ORDER. WE CAN OUTFIT YOU FROM HEAD TO TOE WITH THE BRANDS YOU LOVE! THIS IS ALSO A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO GET AN EARLY START ON HOLIDAY SHOPPING; YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WILL BE STOKED!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1421646888048347/

[fishCak3s]

I just booked a good 4 nights for the pirce of 3 deal for Sunpeaks, it's been advertised on their website. 5 days 4 nights accomodation at Delta Sunpeaks for the price of 3, the deal also includes 2 adult lift tickets for 4 days.

Checked the same deal on Delta's website and it's actuallyl cheaper so I booked it on Delta's website.

The total came to be around $670 (somewhere around there), so pretty much they're giving you the lift tickets for free. Will be driving up there, took Greyhound and shuttle last year and it was pretty expensive.

[westopher]

Got my seymour pass and a roofrack today for my M3. Looking for some new outerwear and maybe a board.
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3741/9922298576_821f9ba844_b.jpg

[Simplex123]

These aren't really local but Ski, Snowboard, Wakeboard, Skateboard & the Freshest Clothes | evo (http://www.evo.com) has last years inventory on sale, and maybe you can find cheaper stuff if you go a year older.]

If you're buying online I'd check DogFunk/The-House first because they don't tax you if you ship to Pt Roberts. If they don't have stock then EVO/backcountry/REI


And thanks sonick I'm gonna check out that sample sale for sure! The Burton/Anon one last week was so weak.. They had a bunch of used stuff for higher than online prices. Looking to get some new goggles. It would be sick if they had I/OX's but I doubt it :okay:

Pacific Boarder sale happening tomorrow
40% off 2013 gear

[XplicitLuder]

man was looking at roofrack for the lude on rackattack and things gonna be like 600$ lol any places you guys recommend? doesn't matter if online

[westopher]

I think I'll head there. I've always like pacific boarder. Nice people there, and way better end of season sales than boardroom.

[Simplex123]

I got my Yakima Q towers and crossbars used on craigslist for $150 over the summer. Gonna get the actual rack on amazon for like 130

[westopher]

I just paid 350 for this today. Finding one for an e36 couple is like searching for unicorn urine in a forest though.

[TOS'd]

man was looking at roofrack for the lude on rackattack and things gonna be like 600$ lol any places you guys recommend? doesn't matter if online

definitely check cl for them. i sourced my oem bars and snowboard rack for approx. $250




edit: first year no pass for me. ill pick up a cypress gold medal card though.

[Simplex123]

What rack is that westopher? That's a pretty good deal if it included all of that
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[ziggyx]

edit: first year no pass for me. ill pick up a cypress gold medal card though.


why no pass this year?

I'm still thinking if I want a pass from seymour or cypress..

[TOS'd]

why no pass this year?

I'm still thinking if I want a pass from seymour or cypress..

at bcit now full time school. honestly dont know how much time ill have. ive had a pass for the last like 4 years. and each passing year the amount of times ive gone kept going down and down. first two seasons were 25+ and last season was like 6 times. =/

ill still check out cypress every once in awhile. so hit me up whenever. also, quoc hook a brother up. :)

[Pegacorn]

Are all boa's like that? Should I get one with a double boa system? Or do you guys recommend laces?

I'd say go laces. I know a few people who have had issues with the boa system breaking or getting loose. I use laces and love them, went with laces on the recommendation of someone who has been boarding for 10+ years.

[heisenberg]

anyone go to pacific boarder's sale today?

[westopher]

I went around 3 before the tents were up. Unless they had a ton of stuff to unpack (I'm pretty sure they didn't) there wasn't anything very interesting for me from last year.

[Simplex123]

Went in search for Smith I/OX goggles and boots. It was 10% off + the $20 coupon when spending over $99 which ends up to be $180 with tax. So I think I'm going to get last year's on ebay for $120.
My friends went for bindings they didn't have sizes. Boards-wise they didn't have too much on sale and @only 40% they weren't out of the world deals that I would jump on right away. We all left empty handed. Had some free beers and waffles though LOL

I ended up finding some Burton Cartels for my friend online for $143 just now. I bought the 2013 K2 Darko's online as well. They've been getting really good reviews all over the place. They have an internal BOA system for the liner and laces on the exterior. Hopefully this doesn't fail on me..

[akalic]

Hey guys,

This will be my first winter i'll officially invest in getting all my gear. if i went to one of these sample sales what kind of savings would i get? the whole package of boots/binding/board is usually ~400-500 REG?

[Simplex123]

You can go cheap and spend 2-300 on board/bindings on Craigslist and spend like 150 on new boots. But if you buy new it can EASILY run you 6 bills
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[heisenberg]

Yeah I got my first board off craigslist. Board and binding combo for like 240. Board was a few years old but was in excellent condition. Bindings wrre scuffed a bit but what do you expect? Boots just find something that's comfortable. There's a friends and family sale at spark chek right now. Print out the coupon and get 25% off or wait till the next warehouse sale in like 2 weeks. But you gotta find a good jacket and pants too. Its not fun if you're cold.
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[kevin7352]

I was pretty broke last year so I got rid of all my old gear for some extra cash and they were all second hand beginner stuff anyways. This season I'm good to go though and will start shopping for gear real soon. Can't wait to get back to the slopes woop woop. Will you guys be having trips to the slopes together?

[TOS'd]

Would be cool if more meets were arranged. I know that theres some people that goes with friends that are also from rs.

I remember the one time like 2 seasons ago were we had at least 10 people in our party while we were taking a break in the lodge at cypress. Good times.

[heisenberg]

Yeah that would be awesome. I already have 4 Whistler trips planned out. 2 in January and 2 in February :)
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[XplicitLuder]

Ya I organized a meet last year where quite a few of us RS showed up. Like 6-7? Can't remember. Would be nice to head up again. And for the q towers and crossbar, does any "Honda" application fit mine?? Or do I still have to look for a certain one
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[heisenberg]

anyone have a recommendation for face masks? im thinking of getting one soon just to get it over with. im thinking of the air hole masks, designs arent bad and the holes useful. anyone have anything else?

[westopher]

Just get a balaclava and it will save you from looking like every 14 year old skid bonking rails and getting in the way in the park.

[Xu.Vi]

Do any of you know any specific models of goggles that have space for glasses inside too? Tried contacts, just cant get used to them.

[ziggyx]

here's a few that will fit over the glasses according to REI

ski goggles that fit over glasses at REI - FREE SHIPPING With $50 minimum purchase. (http://www.rei.com/search?query=ski+goggles+that+fit+over+glasses)

[kunoman1]

Uyyyyy debating about that student whistler season pass..how many times will I actually go up

[XplicitLuder]

Someone told us a good balaclava. I lost mine from last year.. What's the site again? That one from the UK

Edit : buffwear.com
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[Simplex123]

ss6o4 the regular I/OX will fit glasses as well.

As for buffwear if you double layer over your mouth it doesn't seem to breathe so well so it will get wet due to condensation. One layer over the mouth area seems to work much better.
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[AzNightmare]

For those that are new and gone a few times and ready to buy your own gear, if you're confident with your learning speed, don't buy anything too entry level.
I just started last season and already kicking myself a bit. Because I want to upgrade, except it seems dumb to do so after dropping $450 on new gear, used only about 10 times.

But my gear feels way too soft for all-mountain. My bindings come loose occasionally (as in a strap could literally fall off due to bad screws), and my boots don't seem to hold out water at all. I always end up with wet socks, which I don't think is normal. I went with a shorter rocker board for control thinking it will help me learn carving cause the tips won't catch as easily. But when I'm trying to go faster, it seems a bit unstable.

It's not a terrible set up, but I do regret a bit for not spending maybe another $100 overall to get something better...

[Xu.Vi]

For those that are new and gone a few times and ready to buy your own gear, if you're confident with your learning speed, don't buy anything too entry level.
I just started last season and already kicking myself a bit. Because I want to upgrade, except it seems dumb to do so after dropping $450 on new gear, used only about 10 times.

But my gear feels way too soft for all-mountain. My bindings come loose occasionally (as in a strap could literally fall off due to bad screws), and my boots don't seem to hold out water at all. I always end up with wet socks, which I don't think is normal. I went with a shorter rocker board for control thinking it will help me learn carving cause the tips won't catch as easily. But when I'm trying to go faster, it seems a bit unstable.

It's not a terrible set up, but I do regret a bit for not spending maybe another $100 overall to get something better...
I can second that. After blowing x amount, the season after I instantly wanted to upgrade.

[XplicitLuder]

Hmm guess I went good with what I got :D got that long prior board I found, 176cm lolol and bought new bindings which were almost 2 bills lol and love them. They're not like stiff ones that don't move at all, these ones you can bend em and glad I got em. Only really had to buy a helmet which I got at that sale. And def need goggles. Spent 30$ on then last year and well... You get what u paid for lol
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[PeP]

Hey guys,

This will be my first winter i'll officially invest in getting all my gear. if i went to one of these sample sales what kind of savings would i get? the whole package of boots/binding/board is usually ~400-500 REG?

The only thing I would suggest buying new are boots. Arguably, they are what matters most if you will have comfortable ride or not. You want to break these in yourself; don't buy used.

Gear you could buy nearly new (ridden 4-10 times,) off CL/privately; it won't make a big difference in how your board handles compared to a brand spanking new deck. And you'll save yourself at least $100 if you opt for a board/dings combo which could contribute to different snow attire.

[ziggyx]

+1 on the boots. Spend your money there and make sure you get good boots that fit you properly. Having shitty boots will ruin your time up on the mountain.

[saucywoman]

I missed out last year so defs wanna go this year. I'm only avail on weekends so meets should happen then
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[fishCak3s]

For those that are new and gone a few times and ready to buy your own gear, if you're confident with your learning speed, don't buy anything too entry level.
I just started last season and already kicking myself a bit. Because I want to upgrade, except it seems dumb to do so after dropping $450 on new gear, used only about 10 times.

But my gear feels way too soft for all-mountain. My bindings come loose occasionally (as in a strap could literally fall off due to bad screws), and my boots don't seem to hold out water at all. I always end up with wet socks, which I don't think is normal. I went with a shorter rocker board for control thinking it will help me learn carving cause the tips won't catch as easily. But when I'm trying to go faster, it seems a bit unstable.

It's not a terrible set up, but I do regret a bit for not spending maybe another $100 overall to get something better...

Peroally I'd also spend some $ on a helmet, it's worth it.

[yogenfruz]

Short rocker boards are more "park boards", but as for the boots, that's just a shitty pair you have; spend the money, get new ones. Better dry and warm than wet and uncomfortable.
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[AzNightmare]

My helmet's decent. "Knock on wood", never really needed it yet.
My board's a "camrocker" (camber in middle, rocker tips).

I want stiffer bindings, but I might upgrade my boots instead if water keeps getting in.
The very last time I used them last season, I sprayed Scotchgard all over the lower portion of the boots and my feet stayed dry.
But it was also quite icy, so I'm not sure if it was because of my spray or because it was just dryer than usual.

I'll experiment some more this season.

[Simplex123]

So jealous of Crystal Mountain :QQ:

VIDEO HERE:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=918634736527
http://imageshack.us/scaled/medium/34/wv70.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/34/wv70.jpg/)
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[Culverin]

I want stiffer bindings, but I might upgrade my boots instead if water keeps getting in.
The very last time I used them last season, I sprayed Scotchgard all over the lower portion of the boots and my feet stayed dry.
But it was also quite icy, so I'm not sure if it was because of my spray or because it was just dryer than usual.

I'll experiment some more this season.

Ewwww.
I'm not sure what boots you have, but I would HATE snowboarding with wet boots.
I am on my 3rd pair of Salomon boots, love them and my boots have stayed bone dry.

For boots, spend the money, spend lots and lots on your boots and you'll love boarding. Good boots are amazing.
And don't buy them too loose, they will pack out over time, and your feet kinda shrink throughout from the compression of the laces.

[AzNightmare]

Ewwww.
I'm not sure what boots you have, but I would HATE snowboarding with wet boots.
I am on my 3rd pair of Salomon boots, love them and my boots have stayed bone dry.

For boots, spend the money, spend lots and lots on your boots and you'll love boarding. Good boots are amazing.
And don't buy them too loose, they will pack out over time, and your feet kinda shrink throughout from the compression of the laces.

I'm using the Forum Fastplant.
I'm not sure how the water is getting in though. Cause there's no way it's getting in from the top as I have my gaiter sealing the boot.

Maybe the water's seeping through my boots cause the material isn't waterproof enough.... or is it just my sweat??? :suspicious::suspicious: lol...
(That's even more gross now that I think about it)

[ziggyx]

if your boot is leaking, wrap it in a plastic bag before slipping your foot in the boot problem solved :troll:

[fishCak3s]

Wet socks is bad in normal footwear let alone in snowboard boots
I would get a new pair if mine are leaking

De-O your feet to keep your feet dry :fullofwin:

[AzNightmare]

if your boot is leaking, wrap it in a plastic bag before slipping your foot in the boot problem solved :troll:

haha, maybe I'll wrap clear packaging tape around the lower portion of the boot.
:badpokerface:

[fishCak3s]

or this

http://flexsealspraycan.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/flexseal-300x250.jpg

[itachi1314]

http://i.imgur.com/ozFYwit.jpg

A good sign for this season, no pun intended....:fullofwin:

-KC

[ziggyx]

hoping for an early season cmoooooooooooooooooooooon

[heisenberg]

Went to the sale today. A lot of skis, helmet and goggles. Some clothes. Gloves too. If you're looking for a new jacket they have some.
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[heisenberg]

To the person looking for Smith I/ox goggles they have some for 100$
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[v_tec]

Checked out the sale. Pretty disappointed :(

Only thing worth getting are the helmet / goggles.

[Vangruver]

Wow this thread started early! Summer didn't even technically end when this started.

And yes, the thread titles were something I've conjured up a while ago. oh well. the flame has been passed onto some other radtacular dude.

No new gear for me this year. Focusing too much on my career and spending a heap on tools instead.

however i might hit up a few of my friends that still work in the industry for some knick knacks. you know the basics that we could all use more of.

PS, i'm heading to baker tomorrow in the morning to do some preseason hiking and jumping with a few homeys. Will take some photos of the conditions, provided they're decent.

[Vangruver]

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[TheSalesman]

picked up my new ride!
Can't wait to use this.
https://scontent-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/599372_10151674539361034_811939895_n.jpg

[terryjai]

anyone picked up a seymour pass??

will be the 3rd year for my doing this

and ZOMG...cant wait for the SNOWWW....POW POW POW POW POW POW POW POW

[meme405]

Needing a new jacket this year and maybe some pants.

Picked up a new SkateBanana right before my last day this past winter along with some union force bindings, super stoked to ride this setup more this year. I was hesitant moving from a camber board to a reverse camber as I did not like the last reverse camber board I had. But the skatebanana is flawless, I was launching myself off the 40' booters at blackcomb no problem.

EDIT: still contemplating the student pass for whistler, but I don't want to be tied down to a mountain especially one thats 2 hours away. but for $500 i might have to just suck it up, and pay whenever I want to go to grouse or cypress.

[westopher]

But the skatebanana is flawless, I was launching myself off the 40' booters at blackcomb no problem.

You ever ride HL park? I miss riding that every sunny non-pow day for 2 years. Its so scary stepping in there if you only ride it a couple times a season though. Whistler park is the place to be for old farts like me now if there hasn't been a dump. I picked up a seymour pass this year, and its a great place to ride for us ex-park rats. Grouse's park is shit, and cypress park doesn't exist. I would save your money you'd spend on a whistler student pass and go ride 10 days at baker for that price. It will change the way you see the mountain. If I'm riding city shit I likely wont leave the park, but if there is real terrain, searching for snow is a lot more interesting.

[terryjai]

dont know if this been posted

Turkey sale this weekend up at whistler.

Whistler Blackcomb - Turkey Sale - Whistler, BC, Canada (http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/events-and-activities/events-calendar/events/2013/10/whistler-blackcomb-turkey-sale.aspx)

[meme405]

You ever ride HL park? I miss riding that every sunny non-pow day for 2 years. Its so scary stepping in there if you only ride it a couple times a season though. Whistler park is the place to be for old farts like me now if there hasn't been a dump. I picked up a seymour pass this year, and its a great place to ride for us ex-park rats. Grouse's park is shit, and cypress park doesn't exist. I would save your money you'd spend on a whistler student pass and go ride 10 days at baker for that price. It will change the way you see the mountain. If I'm riding city shit I likely wont leave the park, but if there is real terrain, searching for snow is a lot more interesting.

I pay and ride the HL park a couple times a season, I'm not as crazy as the guys that are normally in there but its good fun.

Grouse's park has been better in recent years, the jump line is the best on the north shore for 40'+ jumps.

Cypress had a good setup last year, after all the season ticket holders complained heavily over their shitty park setup over the couple seasons before that (this is why they moved it from slow tiny chair). I am hoping they can continue the improvements this year.

I honestly have a distaste for seymour, but its fine as a mountain.

I used to work at cypress for about 5 years, and during that time period I visited like every moutain in BC and washington, even went out east and rode in utah (brighton was awesome). Baker was really good, but if you know whistler as well as I do, there really is nothing like it.

[Vangruver]

But the skatebanana is flawless, I was launching myself off the 40' booters at blackcomb no problem.



What are you comparing the banana to?

As well, just discovered this...



https://www.facebook.com/events/221175961375587/

[Vangruver]

You ever ride HL park? I miss riding that every sunny non-pow day for 2 years. Its so scary stepping in there if you only ride it a couple times a season though. Whistler park is the place to be for old farts like me now if there hasn't been a dump. I picked up a seymour pass this year, and its a great place to ride for us ex-park rats. Grouse's park is shit, and cypress park doesn't exist. I would save your money you'd spend on a whistler student pass and go ride 10 days at baker for that price. It will change the way you see the mountain. If I'm riding city shit I likely wont leave the park, but if there is real terrain, searching for snow is a lot more interesting.


I am with you on the "old fart" status.

I'll charge and hit anything, but when it comes to 40+ foot launches. i'll gladly film the others instead of taking the risk of not working for days on end.

I've had my lime light days, competition days, and video part days, but for now i'll gladly help someone else get to the skill set they want to be and properly guide them along the way :)

[meme405]

What are you comparing the banana to?

As well, just discovered this...



https://www.facebook.com/events/221175961375587/

Over the past 5 years I have had a multitude of boards, my most used board was a camber forum youngblood. In fact I still have this board, and used it consistently right up until I got my skatebanana.

I used a K2 parkstar for a bit, not a terrible board, but certainly not something I want to be taking off the big hits. Perfectly fine board for mid winter jibbing sessions.

Had a 162 Burton Custom X with EST bindings, terrible system and I am overall not a fan of burton gear. I bought this board for powder days, so I bought it a good deal taller than my other boards, but unfortunately the EST system is such a load of non-sense that riding this board even down basic groomers was a chore.

The last board I had for an extended period of time was a bataleon goliath. This was also a very good board for me, but unfortunately did not hold up very well, partially due to abuse, partially because I believe the board is pretty fragile. Edge started to tear up, and core shots are way to easy.

Like I said I love my skatebanana, it is the perfect all round board for me, and since I just pick up the same board and ride it day-in day-out regardless of conditions it is exactly what I need.

[westopher]

I am with you on the "old fart" status.

I'll charge and hit anything, but when it comes to 40+ foot launches. i'll gladly film the others instead of taking the risk of not working for days on end.

I've had my lime light days, competition days, and video part days, but for now i'll gladly help someone else get to the skill set they want to be and properly guide them along the way :)I feel the exact same way. We should meet up some day at Baker or whistler man, I bet we could get some good laps in. Charging off natural stuff and using the whole mountain is so satisfying and its like learning snowboarding all over again with the progression that comes with it. It feels like there is such a vast array of things to learn behind it, and endless creativity compared to park riding.

[Culverin]

What's Baker like?
Grouse and Cyprus are usually pretty bleh with subpar weather conditions.
It's like visibility or icy, pick one. :(


Side note: Anybody still looking for a board?
Got a practically brand new Salomon Prospect 150 I'm willing to part with.
I probably used it for 2 days and went back to my bigger board.

[westopher]

Baker has the highest average snowfall in the world
It holds the record for the most snow ever recorded anywhere in one season (1120 inches or 95 feet.)
Its steep, rugged, never busy, hard to get to (to an extent) and has tons of easily accessible backcountry.
In short, Mt. baker is heaven.

[terryjai]

Baker has the highest average snowfall in the world
It holds the record for the most snow ever recorded anywhere in one season (1120 inches or 95 feet.)
Its steep, rugged, never busy, hard to get to (to an extent) and has tons of easily accessible backcountry.
In short, Mt. baker is heaven.

couldn't agree more....best part...not much kids!...all the lifts don't have the safety bar....so most parents avoid going there as there is a potential of their kids falling off and injuring themselves...last year i went....HIT FRESH/UNTOUCHED/FLUFFLY POWDER ! ! ! ! ZOMG...thinking about it :joy::joy::joy::joy::joy::joy:

just look at these recent pics from their site!!!!!! CANT WAIT
http://fall.mtbaker.us/files/9313/8057/8694/Snow_093013_2.jpg
http://fall.mtbaker.us/files/7413/8073/8739/Snow_100213_2.jpg
http://fall.mtbaker.us/files/6013/8057/8566/Snow_093013_3.jpg

[Vangruver]

The base hasnt grown much since the last update considering it's been very warm. But I do agree that baker is a great mountain. Been riding there since 97 and will continue to make it up at least 10 times this year :)
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[ziggyx]

for those that have been to the turkey sale at whistler, how are the deals and how early should you go? I'm not looking for anything in particular, since I have everything I need but I wouldn't mind having some extra gear if the price is right.

[TheSalesman]

everything is at least 50% off from what I saw.

[meme405]

for those that have been to the turkey sale at whistler, how are the deals and how early should you go? I'm not looking for anything in particular, since I have everything I need but I wouldn't mind having some extra gear if the price is right.

Early... Like be there when everything opens up.

[TheSalesman]

Sexy Ass Snowboarding (butter vid) nsfw - YouTube

Check out this guys how to videos for snowboarding. They are pretty good.

[Pegacorn]

Can't tell if turned on by girls or buttering.

[XplicitLuder]

lil bit of both :smug:

[rexsomnii]

Mt. Baker looks good. I`m gonna try it this year.
I know celica-g5 goes there a bunch of time during the season.

RS meet in the near future ?

[dyan]

haha we should make one like the one we had a few years ago..

[ziggyx]

Anyone follow some of the snowboarding competitions from last year? A promising canadian for the slopestyle I'll be watching out for during the next winter olympics is Mark McMorris. I hope he takes home gold for Canada.

Meet X Games Gold Medalist - Mark McMorris - Red Bull Playgrounds - YouTube

Also this 14 year old japanese kid ayumu hirano is up there with Shaun White in the half pipe events placing 2nd in the burton US open and winter x games.

Ayumu Hirano 2nd place run at the Burton US Open 2013 -- Halfpipe Finals - YouTube

[celica-g5]

Mt. Baker looks good. I`m gonna try it this year.
I know celica-g5 goes there a bunch of time during the season.

RS meet in the near future ?

You know I'm down for some Baker any day of the season! :D

[ziggyx]

The local mountains got a bit of snow last night. Hopefully they will be open very soon.

[meme405]

The local mountains got a bit of snow last night. Hopefully they will be open very soon.

I agree, but they have a long ways to go from a dusting of snow, to being able to open.

In other news Whistler got pounded the last little bit, they are well on track for an early opening...

I picked up my new pants and new jacket a couple days ago, as well as a new AirHole Balaclava. Starting to get real antsy to get out there.

Last couple items I need for this upcoming season is a complete new UA base layer, I usually rock the cold gear compression fit turtle neck with some of their base gear long johns. Keep me nice and toasty on those cold POW days.

[XplicitLuder]

Any recommendations for good OTG goggles?? Don't wear contacts.
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[yogenfruz]

I have Spy Platoons. I don't personally wear glasses but they're pretty big and my friends have tried them on saying they're way more comfy.
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[TheSalesman]

Any recommendations for good OTG goggles?? Don't wear contacts.
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Get contacts.
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[Simplex123]

Any recommendations for good OTG goggles?? Don't wear contacts.
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http://www.revscene.net/forums/688295-ski-snowboard-2013-2014-a-2.html#post8328302

[TOS'd]

Non-contacts wearer here. Been using Electric EG2s.
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[Vangruver]

Any recommendations for good OTG goggles?? Don't wear contacts.
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Go look at Smith Optics.

They make the best fitting over the glasses goggles ever.

They also have options for fan controlled condensation built into their frames.

The I/OX RX/over the glasses goggle is identical to the regular I/OX just slightly thicker frame for accommodation of glasses underneath.

Offered with or without Turbo fan.

[Jayboogz]

SICK POWDER DAY MOUNT WASHINGTON BC - YouTube

[XplicitLuder]

I have Spy Platoons. I don't personally wear glasses but they're pretty big and my friends have tried them on saying they're way more comfy.
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hmm ill look at them thanks! do you know if theyre otg? i believe it says on the box

Get contacts.
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...

http://www.revscene.net/forums/688295-ski-snowboard-2013-2014-a-2.html#post8328302

i thought i saw it..thanks!

Non-contacts wearer here. Been using Electric EG2s.
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are they otg's ?

Go look at Smith Optics.

They make the best fitting over the glasses goggles ever.

They also have options for fan controlled condensation built into their frames.

The I/OX RX/over the glasses goggle is identical to the regular I/OX just slightly thicker frame for accommodation of glasses underneath.

Offered with or without Turbo fan.

will do. thanks!

[TheSalesman]

Contacts will make snowboarding way better then having goggles over your glasses.
Not to mention you can bail hard enough and have your goggles and glasses come off at the same time and losing them. You also have a very shitty view with glasses on.
It's hard enough to find goggles with a very wide vision with an unobstructed view.

[Vangruver]

Contacts will make snowboarding way better then having goggles over your glasses.
Not to mention you can bail hard enough and have your goggles and glasses come off at the same time and losing them. You also have a very shitty view with glasses on.
It's hard enough to find goggles with a very wide vision with an unobstructed view.


fuck the nay sayers.

just wear glasses instead of goggles ;)

I do, but only because I can :P

[TheSalesman]

I went snowboarding the first couple of years without glasses. I got contacts and never looked back.
Any idea when cypress plans on opening Vangruver?

[XplicitLuder]

Contacts will make snowboarding way better then having goggles over your glasses.
Not to mention you can bail hard enough and have your goggles and glasses come off at the same time and losing them. You also have a very shitty view with glasses on.
It's hard enough to find goggles with a very wide vision with an unobstructed view.


i tried boarding wihtout glasses and i just couldn't...well i could once i got off the lift but getting off the lift with my goggles on was hard lol i needed to take em off to see properly. so thats why i thought i could just wear my glasses. im not a fan of contacts...dislike poking my eye every day, although i never tried for more than one day lol maybe i can get used to doing the daily ones and just use those for snowboarding days

[TheSalesman]

i tried boarding wihtout glasses and i just couldn't...well i could once i got off the lift but getting off the lift with my goggles on was hard lol i needed to take em off to see properly. so thats why i thought i could just wear my glasses. im not a fan of contacts...dislike poking my eye every day, although i never tried for more than one day lol maybe i can get used to doing the daily ones and just use those for snowboarding days

When I started wearing contacts, I only wore them for hockey, riding and snowboarding. After 3 months, I only wear glasses at home now and even at home I might put contacts in
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[kevin7352]

Hey gear experts! I'm getting a completely new snowboard set this season. I've been going for 4 seasons now but never really thought much of my gear as I rented and used old gear.
I'm restricted to buying only from SportChek as I work there and get a discount. I'm thinking of getting: Burton "Clash" board + Burton "Custom" binding + Burton "Moto" boots + Oakley O-Frame goggles + Anon Raider helmet.
Any thoughts?

[TOS'd]

Xplicitluder: they are fishbowl goggles, so they can fit pretty much anything in them.

[ziggyx]

Hey gear experts! I'm getting a completely new snowboard set this season. I've been going for 4 seasons now but never really thought much of my gear as I rented and used old gear.
I'm restricted to buying only from SportChek as I work there and get a discount. I'm thinking of getting: Burton "Clash" board + Burton "Custom" binding + Burton "Moto" boots + Oakley O-Frame goggles + Anon Raider helmet.
Any thoughts?

I'm assuming you're at the intermediate level of snowboarding since you've been going for 4 seasons now. I think at that point there's really no right or wrong on what kind of board, bindings and boots you want. It just comes down to what you want and how much you can afford. Everyone has their own personal preferences on what kind of riding they want to do, whether it's mainly terrain parks, back country, etc.

But if you do want reviews on the equipment you can probably find some reviews over on the snowboardingforum.

[meme405]

Hey gear experts! I'm getting a completely new snowboard set this season. I've been going for 4 seasons now but never really thought much of my gear as I rented and used old gear.
I'm restricted to buying only from SportChek as I work there and get a discount. I'm thinking of getting: Burton "Clash" board + Burton "Custom" binding + Burton "Moto" boots + Oakley O-Frame goggles + Anon Raider helmet.
Any thoughts?

You have to tell us more info. Start with atleast:

1. Where are you going to ride?
2. What type of riding are you doing mainly (Park, Freeride, all mountain?)
3. How heavy are you and how tall? (sorry for getting personal but I am a really light dude and people never understood some of my board purchases until they realized I am really skinny for my height)

[westopher]

i tried boarding wihtout glasses and i just couldn't...well i could once i got off the lift but getting off the lift with my goggles on was hard lol i needed to take em off to see properly. so thats why i thought i could just wear my glasses. im not a fan of contacts...dislike poking my eye every day, although i never tried for more than one day lol maybe i can get used to doing the daily ones and just use those for snowboarding daysI use the dailies and only use them for sports. Get used to them. It makes life so much easier. I always wear glasses at home, work, daily living etc. but smashing my face every once in a while when riding is inevitable, and doing it with glasses is not an option.

[Vangruver]

I'm assuming you're at the intermediate level of snowboarding since you've been going for 4 seasons now. I think at that point there's really no right or wrong on what kind of board, bindings and boots you want. It just comes down to what you want and how much you can afford. Everyone has their own personal preferences on what kind of riding they want to do, whether it's mainly terrain parks, back country, etc.

But if you do want reviews on the equipment you can probably find some reviews over on the snowboardingforum.


There is a right and a wrong in gear decisions.

you wouldn't place a beginner on a stiff board, both lateral and torsional. They'd hate it. A beginner wouldn't be able to take advantage of the contact points and wouldn't even be able to put the board on edge without wearing themselves out.

I see it all too often.

People making wrong decisions on boards, they think it's the best board, because it's the most money. Where in fact, they could enjoy the sport and spend less of their hard earned money on a less costly board and actually take advantage of the surroundings they choose to ride on.

The same goes for boots... but that's not as noticeable.

The board is the number one thing that people make wrong decisions on, and it's really because of media and peer pressure. just because your friend or a pro rider is using it, doesn't mean that you'll be able to use it as well.

Bottom line, every snowboard has a suitable weight range. It's based on YOU. The weight range provides you with flex and pop. Both are different in regards to skis and snowboards.

And when you get better and better, you get stronger and stronger. Thus you can go outside your weight range to a board that seemingly is more suitable for a heavier rider.

race boards, and even half pipe boards are always stiffer in regards to flex because they do need the stability for speed, and in the case of half pipe riding, the ability for stability in landing big airs.

Do your research and if it comes down to it, demo as much gear as much as possible. You'll find each board will react differently to the exact same terrain.

[ziggyx]

My mistake, I assumed he had an idea of what he was looking for considering he is 4 seasons in. I was gonna suggest to demo or try some boards as well.

I'm still fairly new to the sport also so I'll admit that maybe my advice wasn't the best. My apologies.

[kevin7352]

Sorry, I should have gave you guys more info.

Yes, I'm an intermediate rider and can do green and blue runs no problem. I don't plan on doing tricks, going off the half pipes, or terrain parks anytime soon. I'd say I mainly will just go downhill with a lot of carving and occasionally hop off a few baby ramps.

I'm 5'6 145lbs. Size 8 goofy. I've owned a 151cm board which worked fine for me but I'm going to need to upgrade it. Based on the inventory on the SportChek website, what can you guys recommend me?

[Vangruver]

Sorry, I should have gave you guys more info.

Yes, I'm an intermediate rider and can do green and blue runs no problem. I don't plan on doing tricks, going off the half pipes, or terrain parks anytime soon. I'd say I mainly will just go downhill with a lot of carving and occasionally hop off a few baby ramps.

I'm 5'6 145lbs. Size 8 goofy. I've owned a 151cm board which worked fine for me but I'm going to need to upgrade it. Based on the inventory on the SportChek website, what can you guys recommend me?

Make a list of all the boards you want to use, and read as many biased [and yes i mean biased] opinions on them.

Google it, watch youtube reviews on it, and just read up on who's riding them.

I say biased opinions, because the reviewer will always have a preference towards a certain type, style, brand, and riding terrain. They will probably love brand x over brand y for some reason.

Now, it's not to say that they won't provide you with information that you'll find suitable, it's just their way of telling the mass majority how THEY find the snowboard.

I could tell you how I find a snowboard, but i'll know for a fact that i won't replicate your mistakes, or won't replicate your riding ability. i'll just tell you how i've found it to handle, and apply to the terrain i've been riding, on that particular day.

However, your particular package choice is wise.

You've chosen an above average snowboard to use, coupled with a very solid set of bindings. However, my only offer of advice on the package is on the boots. Reason being, is my opinion on how you should weigh your purchase, to which I would strongly urge being based around footwear. Spend a wee bit higher than you anticipated, or at least spend more time fitting yourself into as many boots as possible for the one's that provide the best support, and the BEST comfort.

your feet will thank you.

[kevin7352]

Thanks for the advice. I'll look up more reviews and update you guys on what I get. I was under the impression that all entry level gear (like the ones I've chosen) don't vary much in terms of what they have to offer so I just went with the big brand since I'm able to get a big discount.

It was also between the Burton Custom binding or Freestyle binding but the custom was a little more aesthetically pleasing and a bit stiffer.

Edit: I'm probably going to stick with the Burton Clash board and Burton Custom bindings. I'll go test out the Burton Moto and Burton Ruler boots to see which one I like better. The Ruler has a lot more tech than Moto tho and might be worth the difference in pricing.

[meme405]

Thanks for the advice. I'll look up more reviews and update you guys on what I get. I was under the impression that all entry level gear (like the ones I've chosen) don't vary much in terms of what they have to offer so I just went with the big brand since I'm able to get a big discount.

It was also between the Burton Custom binding or Freestyle binding but the custom was a little more aesthetically pleasing and a bit stiffer.

Edit: I'm probably going to stick with the Burton Clash board and Burton Custom bindings. I'll go test out the Burton Moto and Burton Ruler boots to see which one I like better. The Ruler has a lot more tech than Moto tho and might be worth the difference in pricing.

Only thing I can say given the information up above, is go for a shorter board. Not drastically shorter but just a bit. I am 6' and I ride a 154-156.

So given that your 6" shorter than me you can probably make do with 148.

I say this because you are an intermediate rider, so you should still find the board adequately stable and you will start to have more fun on the board, switching from side to side, smaller jumps will be funner, etc.

I'm kinda molding you into a freestyle rider...Lol.

[westopher]

Only thing I can say given the information up above, is go for a shorter board. Not drastically shorter but just a bit. I am 6' and I ride a 154-156.

So given that your 6" shorter than me you can probably make do with 148.
Don't equate board size to height. My wife is 5'9 140lbs. I'm 5'9 180 lbs. We shouldn't be riding the same size board. Board control is based on pressure. Longer contact from the edge supports more weight. Fat dudes ride giant boards to handle the pressure. Skinny dudes ride short boards to be able to throw around with less struggle being they have less weight for edge transfer, etc. Take into account board length for stance widths for extreme examples, but being you have like 6 inches of adjustment its rarely a factor. Get a board thats long enough or you wont progress very fast. A 148 is fine at 145 lbs if you want to be a jib rat that butters into everything and wears t shirts to your knees, but if you want to have fun cruising and most importantly ride pow, shoot for something long enough. The board size you have been riding is reasonable, up to a 54/55.

[Simplex123]

Edit: I'm probably going to stick with the Burton Clash board and Burton Custom bindings. I'll go test out the Burton Moto and Burton Ruler boots to see which one I like better. The Ruler has a lot more tech than Moto tho and might be worth the difference in pricing.

You don't have to limit yourself to Burton. Other brands at Sportchek are great as well. Just try as many boots as you can there. Don't think that you're annoying, because if it doesn't fit well you won't be having any fun at the slopes. And the sales know that.

[fishCak3s]

I still ride the no name brand board I picked up at Sportcheck when I started to ride.
I'm 5'7 around 160lbs and I ride a 151 just fine

Can't wait to go to Sunpeaks this year, they have lots of snow already woohoo!

[patrickj]

Ski Bindings might need a tuneup this season, anyone know a good shop?

[westopher]

I still ride the no name brand board I picked up at Sportcheck when I started to ride.
I'm 5'7 around 160lbs and I ride a 151 just fine

Can't wait to go to Sunpeaks this year, they have lots of snow already woohoo!
Just because you get around on a board "just fine" doesn't mean its the right size for you. I pull out my 148 a couple times a year and can ride it "just fine." The guy is looking for a new board to progress on, there is no point in steering him in any direction other than what a manufacturer (who knows a shitload more about sizing/R&D than we do) suggests for him. All boards have a weight range on them, being in the middle is what you should shoot for depending on the terrain you ride, although they will usually adjust the weight range/size based on the riding style of the board. I'm not trying to be a know it all here, but so often people get stuck on the wrong board and wonder why the fuck they can't progress. Boards REALLY DO make a difference.

[fishCak3s]

^ what kind of board do you ride westopher? I read up on the different types of camber...etc. What would you suggest on mainly moutain crusing and occassional jumps?

[westopher]

^ what kind of board do you ride westopher? I read up on the different types of camber...etc. What would you suggest on mainly moutain crusing and occassional jumps?I ride a rome agent rocker 159. I hit pretty big jumps but not the biggest ones anymore, ride some backcountry and am a powder hound outside the city and a park rat when riding local. I ride pretty hard and have had 40+ days almost every season for 17 years, so I'd say I ride quite aggressively.
The hybrid camber is by far the best IMO for a blend of playfulness and control/stability. The reverse between the feet with regular camber outside the bindings is incredible for pow days and fairly big jump/fast cruising stability. With my last board which was the opposite design (reverse outside the bindings, and regular between the feet) was pretty squirrely at high speeds, but still awesome in deep snow. If you get a few pow days a year, or are really into trying to, the hybrid camber will give you a good amount of float over a regular board, extending your days by saving your back leg and if you feel like hitting some drops its a lot more like landing on a park jump. Also, you don't need to have your stance super setback or a big board. Reverse camber is fun for deep snow, and rails, but I find it very hard to hit jumps or even have any control on hardpack. It just feels so wobbly. I can comfortably suggest the hybrid camber to anyone who likes to ride anything and doesn't want to limit their riding to one style. Either that or old school camber if you like a lot of edge control on hardpack, but I don't mind sacrificing a bit (and I do mean just a bit) for the playfulness and float of the hybrid.

[saucywoman]

Fishcakes yeahhhhhh sunpeaks :thumbsup: I miss that hill so much, locals here just aren't the same
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[Vangruver]

Only thing I can say given the information up above, is go for a shorter board. Not drastically shorter but just a bit. I am 6' and I ride a 154-156.

So given that your 6" shorter than me you can probably make do with 148.

I say this because you are an intermediate rider, so you should still find the board adequately stable and you will start to have more fun on the board, switching from side to side, smaller jumps will be funner, etc.

I'm kinda molding you into a freestyle rider...Lol.


And I'm 5'9" and I ride a 147, a 153, a 155, and a 159. All within my quiver.

I've said it before in previous threads i've replied in. I may weigh 160, but i know that i most certainly don't ride like anyone that is at the same weight range as i.

Yes it's a proven fact, that longer boards equate to higher swing weight, but that only applies to taking the board and trying to spin big numbers. It's the literal difference between spinning a 7, and spinning a 10.

And it's also known [or not] that snowboards can have varying contact/running lengths. giving you the stability to take a shorter board and have it perform [on snow] like a longer board. prime example, is the burton nugget.

So with all these provisions given to you, you should ideally look at all the specs of a snowboard, including laminate, and including the numbers per size. They do make a difference. Even if they're boring tech.

while one board might be a 160, it could have the effecting edge of a board that is a 145, but a HUGE scoop for nose and tail. Making it really effective in powder, where you want the nose of the board to find it's way to the surface, for that float.

[dared3vil0]

Who does good custom ski boot fittings in the lower mainland? I have relatively small feet (size 9) but they are insanely wide. To give you and idea, i had to custom order hockey skates to get something wide enough, even a triple EEE was WAY too skinny. Last pair of ski boots from a shop on the north shore (Destination ski) did a terrible job and they were much too skinny.

[fishCak3s]

Fishcakes yeahhhhhh sunpeaks :thumbsup: I miss that hill so much, locals here just aren't the same
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Yeah snow's totally different and a lot less people on the runs. I took advantage of the 4 nights for the price of 3 deal awhile back, 2 lift tickets/day incldued for all the days you stay there. Check it out!

[saucywoman]

Yeah snow's totally different and a lot less people on the runs. I took advantage of the 4 nights for the price of 3 deal awhile back, 2 lift tickets/day incldued for all the days you stay there. Check it out!

I'm from Kamloops, just moved this way two years ago, so when I go back I have free lodging. I had a seasons pass for about 4 years in a row and would ride a min of 20 times in the season so this is why I miss it too. With three mountains and all that terrain to explore the only thing that compares is whistler. If you haven't yet, check out the 3rd mountain Morrisey. We'd explore some of the off the run treed areas and it was always full of nice untouched deep powder. :fuckyeah:
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[yogenfruz]

^ Only hit up Morrisey in the first half of the season. As soon as it starts warming up again, the mountain turns to icy shit through 'til the season ends. Sundance and Tod Mt are solid all season.

[meme405]

And I'm 5'9" and I ride a 147, a 153, a 155, and a 159. All within my quiver.

I've said it before in previous threads i've replied in. I may weigh 160, but i know that i most certainly don't ride like anyone that is at the same weight range as i.

Yes it's a proven fact, that longer boards equate to higher swing weight, but that only applies to taking the board and trying to spin big numbers. It's the literal difference between spinning a 7, and spinning a 10.

And it's also known [or not] that snowboards can have varying contact/running lengths. giving you the stability to take a shorter board and have it perform [on snow] like a longer board. prime example, is the burton nugget.

So with all these provisions given to you, you should ideally look at all the specs of a snowboard, including laminate, and including the numbers per size. They do make a difference. Even if they're boring tech.

while one board might be a 160, it could have the effecting edge of a board that is a 145, but a HUGE scoop for nose and tail. Making it really effective in powder, where you want the nose of the board to find it's way to the surface, for that float.

I clearly mentioned that I was trying to mold him into a freestyle rider...

You speak to me as if I do not look at all the specs of my board when I bought it; however, I can tell you that I certainly pay very close attention. I ride very differently than most people as I am a really flowy rider.

Also I need some very specific things to be met for myself because I am a tall dude with big feet but I am very skinny (re: very light).

Also regarding contact edges, I end up detuning a lot of my edge, more than most people, sometimes into the contact patch.

Also while I generally ride one board opening day to closing day, I do have a jibbing board, and a regular camber board for when I want to hit the blackpark. Sorry but my reverse camber just feels squirly stomping a 60' jump.


@Westopher:

As said above, I like hybrid as well for all mountain riding. Lets me do a little of everything, but I still rock a full camber board when I want to throw myself off the big jumps.

[Vangruver]

I wasn't aware that i directed that explicitly to you.

But since you did mention your parameters, it's understandable how you could have gotten it mistaken.

[Simplex123]

fuck ya Whistler opens this Saturday
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[westopher]

Fucking fuck yes. I'll be there the following tuesday.

[tomatogunk]

If anyone is still looking to purchase Cypress season passes at a discounted rate, pm me. I have a group login valid until Dec. 1
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edit: i'm just going to post it here instead

Follow this link (http://info.minibeat.ca/607REG83800001s0001Uf00) and log in using the credentials below:

username: MINIpass
password: SNOWCAT14

[meme405]

Heading to Whistler friday after work. Gonna attempt to be on some of the first chairs up the mountain.

[westopher]

Nice man. I think its supposed to dump friday as well? I'm working saturday and sunday morning or I'd probably see you in the Gondola line.

[RecklessNS]

is blackcomb open on the 16th aswell?

[westopher]

Nope, 28th for blackcomb still

[RecklessNS]

Gives me a reason to go twice now this saturday and the 28th! ahah hopefully it'll get a nice dump for saturday.

[meme405]

Gives me a reason to go twice now this saturday and the 28th! ahah hopefully it'll get a nice dump for saturday.

Haha, my thoughts exactly.

Last season for their opening day, a lot of people who left the bars at 3am, just went and lined up at the lifts. Crazy bastards...:fullofwin:

[ziggyx]

the local mountains are getting quite a bit of snow today. Grouse is expecting to get 15 cm of snow within the next 24 hours.

[E.D.C.5]

Bumblebee "I'm So Excited" Transformers - YouTube

[Vangruver]

in lieu of the snow fallen, and in prep for this years winter. just a small assessment of the gear i have....or want to get rid of....

hard goods elsewhere.

https://scontent-b-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/1470071_10151818256747428_1598657633_n.jpg

[meme405]

^^ tell me you don't plan on selling sock...:suspicious::lawl::lawl:

[LYC]

Its on in the Northwest! A few of us went up to Baker yesterday to look around and see if there was enough cover for some early season turns. Turns out 20 inches fell overnight! Baker was epic yesterday. If temps stay cold they should be opening next weekend. Yeww!

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/lyc242/photo11_zpse32c79ad.jpg (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/lyc242/media/photo11_zpse32c79ad.jpg.html)

[ziggyx]

Last minute notification at 6 am today, but cypress is opened from 10am to 3pm
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[fishCak3s]

cypress should install web cams so we know what the conditions are like

[GabAlmighty]

Just picked up a new ski for the season, 4frnt CRJ in 188cm. Nice and long as i found my 178 way too short.

Can't wait to get back to BC over the holidays and shred some gnar.

[Vangruver]

Last minute notification at 6 am today, but cypress is opened from 10am to 3pm
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The forecast doesn't look like there's much in the way of precipitation, and with the 20+cm base ATM, I think ill hang tight till there's more snow.
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[Simplex123]

Just came back from Cypress. It was a decent first day. Blue bird, decent temperature, and some real soft pow on the sides. Other than that it was almost all bumpy and icy especially near the bottom of the run. But some riding is better than none at all.

[GabAlmighty]

Should probably also mention that Backcountry.com is having a wicked black friday/thanksgiving sale right now. Just got my skis for 45% off. $375 for a pair that retails at $650-7 00.

[meme405]

Should probably also mention that Backcountry.com is having a wicked black friday/thanksgiving sale right now. Just got my skis for 45% off. $375 for a pair that retails at $650-7 00.

There is some really good deals if they have your sizing in gear/clothes.

[GabAlmighty]

There is some really good deals if they have your sizing in gear/clothes.

Ya it's pretty awesome. Wish I hate more monies

[westopher]

Baker is opening tomorrow I heard?

[wobuffet]

heard from a friend that impulse sports in aberdeen had a sale couple days ago. should call to see if it's still going on.
he bought a whole set of used board/boots/bindings for under a bill.

Impulse Sports (http://www.impulsesports.ca/)

[TOS'd]

going to rock the same gear as last year, and the year before that, and before that...etc.

keep telling myself id upgrade my boots, board, bindings but its always so much regardless of sale or not. :(

[Xu.Vi]

going to rock the same gear as last year, and the year before that, and before that...etc.

keep telling myself id upgrade my boots, board, bindings but its always so much regardless of sale or not. :(

Been saying that for my boots...for the past 3 seasons :|.

BTW, thanks to whoever suggested me the IO/X goggles! Got em for a good deal using EVO's price match and most importantly, fits great!

[TOS'd]

^ for me this will be my 5th season on the same 3 pieces of gear. also the first season i didnt buy a seymour season pass :(

just doing the cypress gold card like ive been doing every year.

[Stormspirit]

Where to find snowboard deals besides craigslist and sportcheck... any local that are doing sales? Need to gear up.

[celica-g5]

Where to find snowboard deals besides craigslist and sportcheck... any local that are doing sales? Need to gear up.

Not local, but your best bet would be south of the border down at either EVO or Snowboard Connection. Evo's having a huge sale coming up.

[riccof]

Getting antsy to go up and Riiiiiiiide... Just picked up this setup yesterday, can't wait to give it a rip.

2014 NS Proto HD
2014 Union Atlas
http://s15.postimg.org/m8wh89knv/IMG_4296.jpg

[meme405]

Got back from whistler today, logged my 2nd and 3rd days this season.

They need more snow (obviously as you can never have too much snow..:ilied:), but coverage in the open area's isnt bad. There is some rocks and lots of little twigs sticking up, but all avoidable.

The main problem is there is so little terrain open. yesterday they did manage to get garbo going and you can ski down to the village, but no harmony and no blackcomb means a lot of the terrain I usually ride is closed.:okay:

Still I can't complain at all as these two weeks have been complete bonus's in terms of riding time. Should start snowing again middle of next week, and that will make a big difference.

Getting antsy to go up and Riiiiiiiide... Just picked up this setup yesterday, can't wait to give it a rip.

2014 NS Proto HD
2014 Union Atlas
http://s15.postimg.org/m8wh89knv/IMG_4296.jpg

Sick setup, I ride a set of union forces (in almost that same colour). They are great bindings...:thumbs:

[celica-g5]

Getting antsy to go up and Riiiiiiiide... Just picked up this setup yesterday, can't wait to give it a rip.

2014 NS Proto HD
2014 Union Atlas
http://s15.postimg.org/m8wh89knv/IMG_4296.jpg

Nice setup!!! Let me know how the Proto HD rides. I'm thinking of picking up one this season. :thumbsup:

[Teriyaki]

Been meaning to finally upgrade my super old yet trusty bindings. They are generic Ride S Series ones from sportmart that I bought for $50. 6 years ago.

I hardly ever do park. Riding a Rossignol Taipan 158.

Any particular suggestions? I'm guessing any bindings I can point a finger at on a wall should be an upgrade.

Also, any online sites that are good for prices? Gonna want to maybe hunt something for black friday. Time and shipping is no issue, don't plan on boarding in next few weeks yet.

[dyan]

Anyone ride on a rocker board?

If so.. how do you like it compared to flat/camber?

[heisenberg]

Anyone ride on a rocker board?

If so.. how do you like it compared to flat/camber?

I rode a rocker my first couple of times. This is my second year boarding. But from my experience a rocker is kind of made for beginners. It's sides are like curved up so they don't catch the snow. Less prone to falling over. I got myself an old Millennium Three camber. I like it more than the rockers I rode. Feel like I have more control and flexibility.

[westopher]

I rode a rocker my first couple of times. This is my second year boarding. But from my experience a rocker is kind of made for beginners. It's sides are like curved up so they don't catch the snow. 17 years of riding and I've been riding hybrid camber/rocker for 4 years now. Its definitely not just for beginners, unless I've gotten a LOT worse over the past few years.:okay:

[dyan]

I know its hard to answer, but how do you personally like it compared to a flat board. Dont wanna spend a few hundred bux and not like it.

[westopher]

It changes the way you ride. I've said before the hybrid camber is the best of both worlds. The Rome mtn pop camber is my favourite. Reverse between the feet, regular outside. When the board is on hard pack the board is loaded and you still get the same pop with the nose and tail camber as well as the stability. When riding pow, the way the board sits in the snow allows you to unload the pressure on the nose while still keeping your weight mostly centred tip to tail. It means easier float in pow, easier to stomp big landings in pow as if you were hitting things like a park jump, less pressure on your back leg so less thigh burners, and no shitty massive set back stance so stomping switch/riding switch in pow is easier. Its looser, and has better flow in deep stuff and only sacrifices a tiny bit of stability on hardpack. I will NEVER go back. I don't hit as big of park jumps as I used to, but thats nothing to do with the way I ride the board, its purely old man fear/rationalizing.

[fishCak3s]

17 years of riding and I've been riding hybrid camber/rocker for 4 years now. Its definitely not just for beginners, unless I've gotten a LOT worse over the past few years.:okay:

Picked up a hybrid board as Westopher suggested from Evo. Cheap and fast delivery!

Moved the binding from my old board to the new board, put my boots on and started hopping on the small area rug since it's the only carpet I have at my place. Gf rolled her eyes at me :okay:

[AzNightmare]

I just started last season and kept falling on my face with my friend's flat board. I bought a camrocker board, and started carving 2 sessions later.

The rocker definitely helps learning how to carve for beginners, but for experienced riders, I would think they use rocker for tricks.

[kevin7352]

Almost there!
https://scontent-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1458586_10202739858082784_749117296_n.jpg

[westopher]

Picked up a hybrid board as Westopher suggested from Evo. Cheap and fast delivery!

Moved the binding from my old board to the new board, put my boots on and started hopping on the small area rug since it's the only carpet I have at my place. Gf rolled her eyes at me :okay:
Enjoy it man, the first few runs may feel a bit odd, but just wait til
a) you get a good feel for it and
b) ride it in pow
My pow days are an hour longer since I don't get the back leg burn anymore.

[XplicitLuder]

Picked up a nice set of spy goggles at sportchek. 50% off $150 so gf got me then for my bday present :) they are however pretty small.. So def no glasses to be worn. So either gonna have to suck it up or get contacts
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[XplicitLuder]

And wow.. I'm such a noob. You guys talk bout diff boards and I don't know any off it -_- all I knew was to find one that's big enough for me LOL. Someone teach me :(
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[AzNightmare]

And wow.. I'm such a noob. You guys talk bout diff boards and I don't know any off it -_- all I knew was to find one that's big enough for me LOL. Someone teach me :(
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Different Types of Snowboard Rocker (http://www.snowboards.com/Different-Types-of-Rocker-Snowboards/article-11-22-2010,default,pg.html)

Good info.

[Vangruver]

Anyone ride on a rocker board?

If so.. how do you like it compared to flat/camber?

I rode a rocker my first couple of times. This is my second year boarding. But from my experience a rocker is kind of made for beginners. It's sides are like curved up so they don't catch the snow. Less prone to falling over. I got myself an old Millennium Three camber. I like it more than the rockers I rode. Feel like I have more control and flexibility.

It's true. Rocker boards are now targeted to allow beginners to feel confidence in their turns and to provide them the ability to link turns with more ease than previous types of snowboards in the past.

BUT, don't discount rocker style/reverse camber boards completely, they are really fun snowboards.

Because some of them are curved from the waste up, they already are placed in the natural arc that you'd find a snowboard flexed to while on edge. Making them easy to turn.

Yes they are loose and generally don't track straight, but they are just a hoot to mess around with.

The two boards i go to are a soft rocker board, and a medium/stiff hybrid camber board, as i've opted out of getting new decks this season. The rocker board i have gets far more use out of a season than the hybrid board, but that's just me.

I do enjoy the hybrid, but only when the snow conditions are harder and that's due to the tuning that my hybrid board has been given. [I took an angle grinder to the edges of my rocker board for butters, and jibbing]

Looking forward to more snow!

[meme405]

LOL @ Rocker boards being for beginners and camber for advanced.

Only time I rock a full camber board nowadays is when literally the only thing I want to do is go to the blackpark and huck myself 70 feet.

Other than that I am riding my SB or my Bataleon, and I am buttering the entire mountain.

[RESN]

Looking into grabbing this board.. still trying to figure out what boots and bindings to get. This will my second season riding. I bought a second hand board/bindings/boots for dirt cheap last year to practice on so I'm looking to upgrade. Got a season pass to cypress so I'm stoked!

Rossignol Angus Amptek Snowboard 2013 | evo outlet (http://www.evo.com/outlet/snowboards/rossignol-angus-amptek-snowboard.aspx#image=55556/304082/rossignol-angus-amptek-snowboard-2013-front.jpg)

Any opinions? Im going to be hitting the S/M terrain parks. Seems like a good deal at $190.

[celica-g5]

Looking into grabbing this board.. still trying to figure out what boots and bindings to get. This will my second season riding. I bought a second hand board/bindings/boots for dirt cheap last year to practice on so I'm looking to upgrade. Got a season pass to cypress so I'm stoked!

Rossignol Angus Amptek Snowboard 2013 | evo outlet (http://www.evo.com/outlet/snowboards/rossignol-angus-amptek-snowboard.aspx#image=55556/304082/rossignol-angus-amptek-snowboard-2013-front.jpg)

Any opinions? Im going to be hitting the S/M terrain parks. Seems like a good deal at $190.

Get it dude! Rossignol makes very good boards! I picked up their Krypto last season when EVO was having a sale, and haven't regretted it one bit. As a matter of fact, I just picked up their Jibsaw this season. Can't wait to bring it up the slopes to try that baby out. Word of caution though, the Angus does look like it's on the stiffer side of the scale, so if you want something that's a little more softer and playful, then it might not be for you.

[RESN]

I managed to pick up the 2014 Angus today for $200 at Sportchek. Managed to talk the manager into giving me the Angus for half price, seeing as how the Jibsaw was going for $199+ tax :D. Now to find a nice set of bindings! I'm thinking either the Union Atlas or Endeavor S2 right now
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[celica-g5]

I managed to pick up the 2014 Angus today for $200 at Sportchek. Managed to talk the manager into giving me the Angus for half price, seeing as how the Jibsaw was going for $199+ tax :D. Now to find a nice set of bindings! I'm thinking either the Union Atlas or Endeavor S2 right now
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Get the Unions. EVO has the 2013 Atlas's for $143.90 and the Force's for $119.90. Snag them asap!!!

[westopher]

God this is such a fucking shit start to the season here. Fuck this weather.
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[punkwax]

Going to ride Saturday up in Whis. First time riding since Baker about 5 years ago.. used to ride ~30-40 times a season before kids. Pumped! :buttrock:

[k2_alpha]

I have outgrown my skis. Currently debating whether to use the skis until end of season or buy new skis right away.

Where do you guys get deals on equipment, have been going to Sportcheck and Comor for all my gear.

[punkwax]

^ For me personally, I enjoy hunting for deals on CL. Some people think its a pain or a waste, but I'll know what I want spec wise, relentlessly search until the right ad pops up and close on it quickly. Golf stuff.. rims (Work summers + Enkei winter set ups on 17" both $1100 total), whatever. I find there are a lot of people out there who need the latest everything that they'll sell last years gear for cheap...

Might not work for everyone (and honestly, I dont spend a lot of time, all about searching keywords) but I save a lot of $ by being patient.

[Teriyaki]

Just bought a bunch of stuff on evo.com for the cybermonday sale. Good deals to be had in the outlet.

[TheSalesman]

Just bought a bunch of stuff on evo.com for the cybermonday sale. Good deals to be had in the outlet.

Prices went up for everything I was looking at.
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[Simplex123]

Check out DogFunk and The-House. You don't have to pay the Washington tax on those two sites. EVO is in Washington so you gotta pay that 8.5% when shipping to Pt Roberts/Blaine.

[saucywoman]

We need a huge dump of snow... Got my Cypress gold medal pass and I'm itching to ride but waiting impatiently :(
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[TOS'd]

^ Did you get it with the discounted yearly $5 thing? I havent come across it yet, thus I havent bought yet.

[saucywoman]

The what tos'd?
It was on sale for 69 til dec 1 so I jumped on it
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[XplicitLuder]

I kept putting that off and forgot to jump on it :okay:
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[AzNightmare]

When do people generally start snowboarding season?

This will be my 2nd season, and I started around late December last year. But I can't wait to start ASAP.

Is there decent amount of snow yet, or better to wait?

[Gerbs]

hey, i'm new to snowboarding and I was wondering what else i would need to bring if I'm paying for rentals which I think comes with boar,boots and bindings.

[Doubl3_H]

hey, i'm new to snowboarding and I was wondering what else i would need to bring if I'm paying for rentals which I think comes with boar,boots and bindings.

Don't forget GLOVES, goggles, helmet, and ofcourse pants and jacket

[westopher]

Very waterproof outerwear
(pants, jacket, gloves)
Helmet
Goggles
layers of clothing (long underwear, moisture wicking first layer shirt, sweater)
facewarmer if its cold
contact lenses if you wear them
impact shorts/snowboard (NOT ROLLERBLADE) wrist guards if you are a safety kind of guy.
Be warm and comfortable and prepared to spend the day on your ass. Its tough the first day, but the learning curve is very steep and you can have fun cruising the mountain within a couple days. Don't get discouraged and have fun!

[saveth]

My first day boarding this season was on Sunday at whistler. Conditions are OK for early season. The bottom third of blackcomb is bare. You can ride from the top of the whistler gondola all the way to the base. From whistler midstation to the base, the snow is pretty thin but enough to ride without damaging your board.
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[AzNightmare]

hey, i'm new to snowboarding and I was wondering what else i would need to bring if I'm paying for rentals which I think comes with boar,boots and bindings.

I'm pretty sure you can rent a helmet as well.
Basically waterproof yourself. Or else you'll be soaked and cold very fast.

If you're just trying snowboarding out, I would recommend borrowing a buddy's snowpants/jacket if you can.

Make sure you wear a helmet. Whether you're a pro or a noob.
Way too risky without one imo. Saved me from a probable concussion the first time I went (which was last season).
Foruntately, I never really needed it again so far, but I'll never get on a board without one.

[saucywoman]

I kept putting that off and forgot to jump on it :okay:
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Oh no :(

When do people generally start snowboarding season?

This will be my 2nd season, and I started around late December last year. But I can't wait to start ASAP.

Is there decent amount of snow yet, or better to wait?
I'm waiting til it hits about 100 cm for the base, I don't want to scratch up my board... Getting so antsy though



Make sure you wear a helmet. Whether you're a pro or a noob.
Way too risky without one imo. Saved me from a probable concussion the first time I went (which was last season).
Foruntately, I never really needed it again so far, but I'll never get on a board without one.
THIS x10000000
I unfortunately thought helmets for only for people riding parks and wound up with a concussion. My buddies back in Kamloops thought only needed when riding trees or heading into the park and one day when I wasn't up with them, one of their friends caught an edge wrong and went down. They said the ski patrol had to shoot her with a shot of adrenaline and she almost died.

Look at the actress a few years back that died from a head injury. Yes I know they look stupid, but I'd rather that and be able to ride the next 50 years, than to be dead

[meme405]

I unfortunately thought helmets for only for people riding parks and wound up with a concussion. My buddies back in Kamloops thought only needed when riding trees or heading into the park and one day when I wasn't up with them, one of their friends caught an edge wrong and went down. They said the ski patrol had to shoot her with a shot of adrenaline and she almost died.

Look at the actress a few years back that died from a head injury. Yes I know they look stupid, but I'd rather that and be able to ride the next 50 years, than to be dead

I ride the park as often as I ride the terrain outside the park and I can will attest to the fact that regardless of what you are doing you should wear a helmet.

I can without any exaggeration say that my helmet has literally SAVED MY LIFE.

Wearing a helmet snowboarding or should be like putting on your seatbelt.

Also for those that are going on a few seasons with their helmet do remember that a lot of helmets need to be replaced after a hard impact, or even repeated small impacts. So keep that in mind and if you think you need a new one, go out and buy it.

My first day boarding this season was on Sunday at whistler. Conditions are OK for early season. The bottom third of blackcomb is bare. You can ride from the top of the whistler gondola all the way to the base. From whistler midstation to the base, the snow is pretty thin but enough to ride without damaging your board.
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Just okay? I had a friend tell me crystal chair had crazy powder all day long, he was riding POW Pillows until closing...

[ziggyx]

Look at the actress a few years back that died from a head injury. Yes I know they look stupid, but I'd rather that and be able to ride the next 50 years, than to be dead

I don't think helmets look that bad depending on which one you get. Plus I find they keep my head and ears warmer than a toque lol.

[E.D.C.5]

I go boarding with a helmet too, even though I dont go on parks or do extreme jumps, or etc. Another reason why I choose to wear a helmet is because my GoPro is on my helmet.

[TOS'd]

The what tos'd?
It was on sale for 69 til dec 1 so I jumped on it
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Remember the year before they had this coupon for $5 off, which effectively made it the same price as a day lift ticket or something? I vaguely remembering you mentioning it as well as I.

[punkwax]

I bought a helmet for half pipe and only wore it once. :badpokerface:

Wonder where it is? I'll hunt for it before this weekend's trip.

[saucywoman]

Remember the year before they had this coupon for $5 off, which effectively made it the same price as a day lift ticket or something? I vaguely remembering you mentioning it as well as I.

I think I know what you're talking about but I think it was 2011. The snow sale at the pne had a coupon to discount the gold medal pass. I think this is what you're thinking of.
I didn't see any further deals and wanted to get this pass before it expired. It came to $75 with tax and any ticket I purchase will be no more than $49, plus if you purchase online the daily lift ticket this year there's further savings to make the price $43.
Looking at the site, gold cards are still on special for $69, it looks like it didn't end dec 1 like advertised
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[saucywoman]

I don't think helmets look that bad depending on which one you get. Plus I find they keep my head and ears warmer than a toque lol.

I think I look horrible in mine :( lol but at least my heads safe lol




So we are gonna have to do a rs cypress meet :thumbsup: but if I can find a job I will only be available weekends
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[AzNightmare]

lol, I like wearing helmets...
Maybe cause I grew up playing hockey as a goalie
I was contemplating whether to paint my snowboard helmet too
but unlike a hockey goalie, I think I might be the only guy up on the mountain with a painted helmet,
so maybe I won't. Wrong sport??

:pokerface:

[XplicitLuder]

Do whatever the fuxk you wanna do :troll: I'm srs

On another note I never wore helmets when riding even my first season. Maybe I thought I was a pro..:fuckthatshit: but I bought one during the summer RS meet as there was a sale that same day in Richmond. Decided it's better to be safe then sorry lol and okay thanks saucy :p I'll buyy card tonight

Ps: anyone know a good place to buy a waterproof shirt to put on, if there's even such a thing ? Lol my jacket isn't long enough and when I bend down or fall my long sleeves usually aren't long as well and they come out (I tuck ally shirts in) and I end up getting snow down my behind and my long sleeve gets really wet :okay: looking to buy smthn I can put on so I don't get soaked
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[AzNightmare]

Ps: anyone know a good place to buy a waterproof shirt to put on, if there's even such a thing ? Lol my jacket isn't long enough and when I bend down or fall my long sleeves usually aren't long as well and they come out (I tuck ally shirts in) and I end up getting snow down my behind and my long sleeve gets really wet :okay: looking to buy smthn I can put on so I don't get soaked
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Sounds like you need a proper jacket... lol

Clothing shouldn't be coming out of your jacket (if that's what you mean).
Those snowboarding jackets should have that elastic thing that goes around your waist
and this thing on the jacket sleeve where you put your thumb through before putting on the gloves.
So there's a seal from snow getting in...



I didn't see any further deals and wanted to get this pass before it expired. It came to $75 with tax and any ticket I purchase will be no more than $49, plus if you purchase online the daily lift ticket this year there's further savings to make the price $43.
Looking at the site, gold cards are still on special for $69, it looks like it didn't end dec 1 like advertised
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I'm a bit confused. Is there a deal going on right now? I will eventually get the Gold Medal card for Cypress, but is there a deal that we can jump on to get it cheaper now??

I'm browsing through the Cypress site right now. Seems like you can get discounts on the tickets if you buy online??
Was this always around? Last season, I never bought any tickets online. Did I miss out on a lot of savings???

[tomatogunk]

Starting tomorrow Cypress will be open for night boarding. Guess I'll be heading there on Friday. woot!

[ziggyx]

how are the conditions on cypress? I went once on like opening weekend I think. The line ups were long and there were rocks. I went for one run then went home.

I'm guessing conditions are still similar just with a bit more man made snow?

[saucywoman]

Sounds like you need a proper jacket... lol

Clothing shouldn't be coming out of your jacket (if that's what you mean).
Those snowboarding jackets should have that elastic thing that goes around your waist
and this thing on the jacket sleeve where you put your thumb through before putting on the gloves.
So there's a seal from snow getting in...




I'm a bit confused. Is there a deal going on right now? I will eventually get the Gold Medal card for Cypress, but is there a deal that we can jump on to get it cheaper now??

I'm browsing through the Cypress site right now. Seems like you can get discounts on the tickets if you buy online??
Was this always around? Last season, I never bought any tickets online. Did I miss out on a lot of savings???

1, have you seen the size of xplicit lol

2. Cypress mountain's website said the gold medal card was $69 if purchased by December 1 so I jumped on it before then (I see it's still that price). In addition to the daily lift ticket savings we get from having that pass, if when you have the gold medal card you purchase your day pass online there's an additional like $5 savings. I didn't go last year so not sure if it was around, and don't remember it from the 2011/12 season

[AzNightmare]

1, have you seen the size of xplicit lol

2. Cypress mountain's website said the gold medal card was $69 if purchased by December 1 so I jumped on it before then (I see it's still that price). In addition to the daily lift ticket savings we get from having that pass, if when you have the gold medal card you purchase your day pass online there's an additional like $5 savings. I didn't go last year so not sure if it was around, and don't remember it from the 2011/12 season

If I buy online, do I just print and show my receipt and pick up the physical plastic card once I'm up there?

[saucywoman]

If I buy online, do I just print and show my receipt and pick up the physical plastic card once I'm up there?

I think I just went to guest services and told them my first and last name. Make sure it goes to your inbox, not junk, and then IF they ask for it pull it up on your phone

[XplicitLuder]

As saucy said.. I'm too big lol I'm 6'6. It's hard to find a proper jacket length wise. Everything will always be a lol short. And yes my jacket has the elastic thing but when I use it and bend over the elastic thing rides up my mid section and thus pointless lol
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[PeP]

A question for the veteran borders:

I have a size 11 or 12 (depending on make) boot, and ride a +15 front, -15 back stance on a wide board. I want to purchase a board that is not wide, will I get excessive toe/heel drag when riding with the above stance?
Have not been able to demo it because it's a Forum board and they are now deceased. R.I.P.


I was contemplating whether to paint my snowboard helmet too


Do it, set yourself apart from everyone else.

[westopher]

There are tons of in between options available that are slightly wider than normal. I mean I ride 8.5s or 9s and you aren't gonna ride the same width board as I am. What kind of riding do you do?
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[fishCak3s]

I can't wait to get back in town to ride, currently stuck here in Netherlands.

[westopher]

Fuck all for snow here anyway. Go enjoy some hookers and weed!

[PeP]

There are tons of in between options available that are slightly wider than normal. I mean I ride 8.5s or 9s and you aren't gonna ride the same width board as I am. What kind of riding do you do?
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I mostly do all mountain/freeride type stuff, but I'll go through the park a few times during the day and hit some kickers, occasionally the odd jib.

[westopher]

Just as an example, the rome agent wide is 1cm wider than its regular sized counterpart. Its not going to ride like a big clunky board in comparison. If you really want that forum board, look for something that has a waist width of around 260 with the boot size. If its much under, I'd say avoid it.

[LYC]

Just get the wide board. I've ridden a few wide boards and you can hardly tell the difference between a regular width board and its wider counterpart. Toe drag blows.

[XplicitLuder]

http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt135/fockarized/IMG_1763.jpg (http://s605.photobucket.com/user/fockarized/media/IMG_1763.jpg.html)

these lovely spy goggles gf got for my bday :D

[JDM_03]

Anyone planning on going to grouse?

[Vangruver]

Ps: anyone know a good place to buy a waterproof shirt to put on, if there's even such a thing ? Lol my jacket isn't long enough and when I bend down or fall my long sleeves usually aren't long as well and they come out (I tuck ally shirts in) and I end up getting snow down my behind and my long sleeve gets really wet :okay: looking to buy smthn I can put on so I don't get soaked
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My suggestion? Once piece thermals, or bib pants. Tuck a sweater into your pants, or snap the waist gater to your pants to give you that snow barrier.

If your outerware is from the same brand, they might even zip up together.


A question for the veteran borders:

I have a size 11 or 12 (depending on make) boot, and ride a +15 front, -15 back stance on a wide board. I want to purchase a board that is not wide, will I get excessive toe/heel drag when riding with the above stance?
Have not been able to demo it because it's a Forum board and they are now deceased. R.I.P.


Couple options:

Snowboard binding riser plates.

http://www.absolute-snow.co.uk/admin/images/Larger/63df0205-8f2a-4678-8c46-0ac6c6643534.jpg

They were used frequently in the past, and more so used now by boarder cross racers riding narrow binding angles. They lift the bindings up above the deck of the board to provide your toes and heels more clearance for increased edge angles.

Other option is to get more toe ramps to increase the distance from the toe of your boot from the base of the snowboard. There isn't much in the assistance of the heels though.


Those suggestions above will help big footed riders get onto a narrower board with ease, but won't provide the rider with the best feedback from the snow surface.

The last, but not financially suitable option, is to find a pair of boots with the smallest shell measurement in your foot size. You'd be surprised the difference between a few brands.

Hope any of this helps

[XplicitLuder]

Hmm thanks for that tip ^ I have size 15 boot lol and my board isn't wide so I tend to have. Lot of toe/heel drag. Will have to look into it. I wish I could afford a wide boArd but have yet to find one that's 169-173cm and that doesn't cost 600$ lol
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[AzNightmare]

For those that have GoPro cameras mounted on their helmet,
how strong is the 3M stuff? If I fall hard, would the camera come off?

I'm contemplating whether I need to attach some sort of safety "tiger wire" or something?

[E.D.C.5]

The 3M mount that came with the GoPro is pretty strong. You just need to clean the area of the helmet you're going to mount the GoPro with alcohol. After mounting the 3M stuff on the helmet, give it about 24hrs for the adhesive to stick effectively. and then you should be set to go.

[LYC]

I would put a leash on it. I've lost one gopro with out a leash and one with a leash. Both smacked off my head by trees.

[TheSalesman]

I had the gopro fall off a few times after bailing hard. Never lost it though.

[meme405]

They have anchoring kits, its just another pad that has a tethering point on it then you attach a piece of string to the camera and the tether and it acts as a secondary safety measure.

I use the tethers on my car all the time. Last thing you need is to lose a 300 dollar camera at 100km/h

[Gh0stRider]

For those that have GoPro cameras mounted on their helmet,
how strong is the 3M stuff? If I fall hard, would the camera come off?

I'm contemplating whether I need to attach some sort of safety "tiger wire" or something?

you can make your own tether cable. just goto home depot/rona for some supplies.

[XplicitLuder]

How's cypress looking
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[dyan]

Was at cypress today. I got the gold medal card, but saved the free pass for one of the normal days. Lift ticket was $35 bux. As of right now, there's only 1 chair + bunny hill open. Snow is decent, not too icy. After 3-4 hours though, the runs get repetitive.

[Simplex123]

Looking to go to Baker for the first time on Friday. What some good runs I should hit up first? And should I go through Abbotsford if I'm leaving from Richmond at around 6?

[E.D.C.5]

How's cypress looking
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Was at cypress today. I got the gold medal card, but saved the free pass for one of the normal days. Lift ticket was $35 bux. As of right now, there's only 1 chair + bunny hill open. Snow is decent, not too icy. After 3-4 hours though, the runs get repetitive.

Looking to go on Sunday. Hope its not pack :eek5x:

:badpokerface:

[dyan]

When I was there.. Lift lines were about 30 seconds -1 min

:badpokerface:

[XplicitLuder]

Looking to go on Sunday. Hope its not pack :eek5x:

:badpokerface:
Same. Maybe I'll see you there :p

@dyan : ofc you went during the weekday when no ones there's :pokerface:
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[saucywoman]

you guys are suppose to come support the RS Clothing and Foodbank drive on Sunday :(

[GabAlmighty]

Just watched "McConkey" and I recommend it to anyone and everyone. A movie to truly inspire one to get as much out of life as possible.

[RESN]

LOTS of snow on Cypress today :D
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[Vangruver]

LOTS of snow on Cypress today :D
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annnnndddd it's gone.

+1, misting, and limited viz...

on another note, watch your speed on them green runs boys and girls, radar guns are in effect

https://scontent-b-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1459107_10151874020712428_9930070_n.jpg

next is breathalyzers ;)

[rexsomnii]

^ LOL WTF

thats stupid.

on side note.

Dec 20, 2014

dress up as santa clause in full suit and get your lift ticket for free.

Only first 50 people though.

[dyan]

What's the "speed limit"...

[TOS'd]

^ when you going next? maybe one either afternoon tues/wed next week? :alone:

[Vangruver]

^ when you going next? maybe one either afternoon tues/wed next week? :alone:

who you askin?

[TOS'd]

who you askin?

Anyone that will listen. :alone:

[Vangruver]

Anyone that will listen. :alone:

I'll slide some snow with yah, but it has to be between the hours of 0900-1200, been working over nighters and starting at 2030 requires a little bit of sleep

[TOS'd]

I'll slide some snow with yah, but it has to be between the hours of 0900-1200, been working over nighters and starting at 2030 requires a little bit of sleep

Sad, im not free till 1:30pm on weekdays. Just trying to get out and stretch my legs before whistler. Might have to be after christmas or in the new year =/

[XplicitLuder]

So not worth going cypress? Gf wants to go tmrrow but only if it's good conditions
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[celica-g5]

So not worth going cypress? Gf wants to go tmrrow but only if it's good conditions
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Don't even bother Luder. We just got back, and it's wet up there. I can't see it being any better tomorrow, since it's going to rain up top again.