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Official Tahoe Thread

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easiestEC
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I decided to make this because there seems to be a lack of Tahoe information in this forum. so here it is,
the Official Tahoe Thread

anything that has to do with Tahoe goes here; winter OR summer. Discuss weather, mountain conditions, meet ups and hook ups, epic stories, sick ass places, things to do, pretty much ANYTHING!

first off, here are some sites for general information on Tahoe, whether your a local or planning a trip:

North Shore Information http://www.gotahoenorth.com/
South Shore Information http://tahoesouth.com/
Vacation Information http://www.laketahoe.com/home

secondly, here are some links to some of the mountains around the area;

Squaw: http://www.squaw.com/
Alpine Meadows: http://www.skialpine.com/
Northstar: http://www.northstarattahoe.com/
Heavenly: http://www.skiheavenly.com/
Diamond Peak http://www.diamondpeak.com/
Sierra-at-Tahoe: http://www.sierraattahoe.com/
Kirkwood http://www.kirkwood.com/site/
Sugar Bowl http://www.sugarbowl.com/home
Boreal http://www.rideboreal.com/winter/
Mt. Rose http://www.mtrose.com/

Tahoe and the surrounding area is a dope place with some even doper people, with a shit ton of stuff to offer. Whether you're a weekend warrior on the mountain, or a bar hopper down in the basin, this thread is for you.

that is all, shred on fellow shredders.
13 years ago
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RimJobber
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Anyone wanna go to Rose tomorrow for two fer tuesday? I have a broken collarbone so I cant do much. Hit me up on instagram @_kodyweil or snapchat @kodyweil286
9 years ago
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jeano
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quixoticit's true heath. totally sucks.

little update... my boy goat00 talked with one of the guys involved with the parks and as of right now they are "blowing snow and preparing features for groove park".

so... as of now there have been zero features for a week anywhere on the mountain and the answers we've received have led to zero concrete dates of when to expect any park features.

like i said, no features currently, no set date or immediate future for groove park (which is the baby beginner park)... they are currently only blowing snow not even setting features for pushing anything out.

"high roller terrain parks"... more like penny slot parks.

the 24" of pow i got to ski at kirkwood yesterday was sick, though. keep it coming.


heavenly has some amazing natural features right now, just explore around and you'll find something super fun

yeah there's no park but there's tons of soft snow and massive booters!
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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Going to be at squaw today taking it pretty easy and fun. Haven't skied since i tore my knee up last season (plus it's basically my first time at squaw). If you see me, come say hi! I'll just be having fun taking it easy!
9 years ago
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foolmetwice
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Rolling into tahoe tonight. Will be there till next wednesday. Gonna have nobody to shred or chill with till this friday so if anyones looking to chill/shred/sesh(I have loud) hmu.
9 years ago
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alden.
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Here at kirkwood the next couple days, hmu
9 years ago
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rsvp
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Squaw has been going off the last week. so sick to see lines filling in again
9 years ago
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PacificRimJob
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I've been entirely avoiding any/all skiing until after the holiday season. The traffic in Tahoe is fucking unreal this season.

I should have gone on xmas day, but alas, I was in Oregon.
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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Holy shit http://southtahoenow.com/story/01/03/2016/chair-falls-heavenly-lift-65-people-evacuated
9 years ago
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RimJobber
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I'll be at boreal on Friday. Get your college ID's and come out kiddos
9 years ago
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KravtZ
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I'll be in north lake from this friday for 2 weeks. How is the weather outlook? Hoping for at least 1 pow day
9 years ago
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Microcosm
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KravtZI'll be in north lake from this friday for 2 weeks. How is the weather outlook? Hoping for at least 1 pow day


https://opensnow.com/dailysnow/tahoe

Slowing down a bit right now but should hopefully pick up in a week or so. Still a very enjoyable season
9 years ago
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RimJobber
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Probably gonna go back up this weekend and hit a booter we have set up at the summit of rose if anyone wants to go. Its like 35-40 feet now but probably gonna get bigger depending on snowfall this week. Hit me up on instagram @_kodyweil or snapchat @kodyweil286
9 years ago
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hippy.
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Hey guys I am moving to Tahoe for school at Sierra Nevada College...I'm wondering what the best pass bundle is to get? If anyone goes to SNC how many days can you get if you're pretty religious about going? Excited to ski out there for the following years and looking forward to meeting some of you...
9 years ago
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PacificRimJob
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hippy.Hey guys I am moving to Tahoe for school at Sierra Nevada College...I'm wondering what the best pass bundle is to get? If anyone goes to SNC how many days can you get if you're pretty religious about going? Excited to ski out there for the following years and looking forward to meeting some of you...


If you don't get a Squaw/Alpine pass, you're a derp.

Sugar Bowl is the only other good option if you're in Truckee.
9 years ago
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Microcosm
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DingoSeanIf you don't get a Squaw/Alpine pass, you're a derp.

Sugar Bowl is the only other good option if you're in Truckee.


Got a Squaw pass cause of this guy this season. ^

10/10 great recc will do again. You get 2 days at Sugar Bowl too and that place is rad.
9 years ago
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hippy.
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DingoSeanIf you don't get a Squaw/Alpine pass, you're a derp.

Sugar Bowl is the only other good option if you're in Truckee.


I'll be in in incline village... Does that change anything?
9 years ago
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hippy.
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I don't know what to do honestly..I'll be visiting SNC in the summer...I like the idea of Mt. Rose because it is close, but I know squaw will have the best terrain, but that means I have to be on top of the day if I want some powder...Heavenly doesn't look bad either..
9 years ago
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RimJobber
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Finna be patrolling full time at Northstar this winter. If anyone sees me be sure to give a holler, I'll try to have something to distinguish myself from the rest. Looks like I'll hopefully be working Friday-Tuesday
9 years ago
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hippy.
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Whats up North Shore
9 years ago
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SidelineSwap
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Any recommendations on where to live in/around south lake? I found a place very close to heavenly but it seems squaw and kirkwood are the best places to ski.
9 years ago
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skiEER
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If anybody wants some material for a summer setup we just threw away a few hundred feet of nevplast which is the artificial surface for the summer tubing. It's in a dumpster at Cal base @ heavenly
9 years ago
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hippy.
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skiEERIf anybody wants some material for a summer setup we just threw away a few hundred feet of nevplast which is the artificial surface for the summer tubing. It's in a dumpster at Cal base @ heavenly


word..i think squaw is giving rails to employees due to logo change..someone could have a serious set up after this one.
9 years ago
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hippy.
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thats what i was saying...anyone want to confirm?
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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Come check out the UNR ski swap! Make money on your stuff and buy new stuff to help support the ski team.

https://www.facebook.com/events/767632636708733/774606892677974/?notif_t=like&notif_id=1478017007543749
9 years ago
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doitbig
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Looking for honest opinions on Northstar, Heavenly, and Kirkwood. I have an epic pass and will be heading out that way.

Don't care to ride park, looking for challenging terrain. I know Squaw is the preferred spot, so I may suck it up and pay for a day pass there.

Thanks friends!
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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doitbigLooking for honest opinions on Northstar, Heavenly, and Kirkwood. I have an epic pass and will be heading out that way.

Don't care to ride park, looking for challenging terrain. I know Squaw is the preferred spot, so I may suck it up and pay for a day pass there.

Thanks friends!


Out of all 3 vail spots, Kirkwood will definitely be the place for challenging terrain. Most comparative to Alpine in my opinion. Not really much of a park but the backside and even the main runs have great trails, cliffs, and cornices. It's also more of a home feeling rather than corporate feel (Heavenly and Northstar). Heavenly and Northstar have a lot of tourists, but there is some fun terrain you can find. Motts canyon at Heavenly will be the fun of the place.. I haven't really found much at northstar that tickles my fancy.
9 years ago
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92til
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Anyone in the SLT area wanna grab a few beers tonight? Moved here yesterday and I know no one, would be dope to have some homies to kick it with.
9 years ago
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doitbig
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taylornickyOut of all 3 vail spots, Kirkwood will definitely be the place for challenging terrain. Most comparative to Alpine in my opinion. Not really much of a park but the backside and even the main runs have great trails, cliffs, and cornices. It's also more of a home feeling rather than corporate feel (Heavenly and Northstar). Heavenly and Northstar have a lot of tourists, but there is some fun terrain you can find. Motts canyon at Heavenly will be the fun of the place.. I haven't really found much at northstar that tickles my fancy.


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Thank you guys, this helps! Taylor - I think you are randomly my insta friend. We should kick it when I'm out there!
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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doitbigThank you guys, this helps! Taylor - I think you are randomly my insta friend. We should kick it when I'm out there!


Haha no way? What's yours? Yeah let's hang!
9 years ago
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taylornicky
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taylornickyCome check out the UNR ski swap! Make money on your stuff and buy new stuff to help support the ski team.

https://www.facebook.com/events/767632636708733/774606892677974/?notif_t=like&notif_id=1478017007543749


http://unrskiswap.com/
9 years ago
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RimJobber
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So northstar definitely isn't opening on their projected date. We've been doing lift evac training this week and only a few runs have snow on them and its spotted, in the shade and like an inch deep. Gonna be a while longer before people in Tahoe get to ski
9 years ago
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PowBomb
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Yo 'Official Tahoe Thread'... so I moved to SF a couple months back and am looking for some advice. I picked up a Squaw/Alpine pass and plan to do the weekend warrior thing quite a bit.

My question - What are some decent options for cheap overnight trips? Car camping spots would be dope. Also, about half of the month I don't need to work out of SF - but I do need to work, and my job can be demanding. That means chasing freshies on weekdays and finding free WiFi somewhere in Tahoe to work.

ALSO if your crew that enjoys getting pitted in risky lines is in need of a +1, let me know

inb4 the "dude, that drive blows, it's going to make you hate life" plead that I continue to hear.
8 years ago
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easiestEC
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PowBombWhat are some decent options for cheap overnight trips? Car camping spots would be dope. Also, about half of the month I don't need to work out of SF - but I do need to work, and my job can be demanding. That means chasing freshies on weekdays and finding free WiFi somewhere in Tahoe to work.


If the weather is nice, just park in the squaw parking lot over night. one night is chill but anything longer then that people might take notice.
8 years ago
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easiestEC
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POWDER ALERT

http://unofficialnetworks.com/2017/02/the-unofficial-pow-sierra-summits-could-see-up-to-7-feet-colder-temps-by-mid-week-a
8 years ago
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gbola
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easiestECIf the weather is nice, just park in the squaw parking lot over night. one night is chill but anything longer then that people might take notice.


Just the main squaw parking lot? also, Ski Lake Tahoe announced tahoe skiing until the 4th of july (only heard of squaw so far). looking for a little crew to shred into the summer if anyones interested
8 years ago
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gbola
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lake baron works when its cold in south lake
8 years ago
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mike_e
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Looking for somewhere to crash for two nights (march 20th and 21st) near squaw while i take my level 1 exams!
8 years ago
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miroz
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Who (red faction skis, green backpack, black helmet on the backpack with a big saga sticker on it) was skiing Heavenly closing day 4/30 and skied down under the gondola after 4PM hucking snowballs? Saw you and your boarder buddy pop off a little lip, land on very expose rocks, and fall hard. Glad you're okay! It was my gondola car that you were aiming for after that, you were like 1/10 :)
8 years ago
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mike_e
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mirozWho (red faction skis, green backpack, black helmet on the backpack with a big saga sticker on it) was skiing Heavenly closing day 4/30 and skied down under the gondola after 4PM hucking snowballs? Saw you and your boarder buddy pop off a little lip, land on very expose rocks, and fall hard. Glad you're okay! It was my gondola car that you were aiming for after that, you were like 1/10 :)


hahaha, that was my buddy skyler and another kirkwood homie. I was a bit ahead of them on firebreak and i landed on the same rocks... we were all pretty tanked
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miroz
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mike_ehahaha, that was my buddy skyler and another kirkwood homie. I was a bit ahead of them on firebreak and i landed on the same rocks... we were all pretty tanked


Damn dude I bet! Glad you're all okay though, all's well that ends well.
8 years ago
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miroz
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Double post - is it true that Squaw/Alpine will be offering $52 tickets to Epic pass holders through 7/4 (or whenever they finally decide to close)?
8 years ago
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theabortionator
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Even though regionals are deader than NS in general I'll say hello.

Probably North Lake for the next few seasons working at Northstar. Living in KB for this year. Mostly just riding the VRs. Trying to get to Kirkwood more but it's a bit of a mission. Also a few Boreal days and some BC stuff when we get some fucking snow.
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