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CameraWiz
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What do you guys do when no one wants to go skiing? I want to since we just got fresh snow but I also don't want to ski alone.
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10 years ago
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JAHpow
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Fresh snow?

"No friends on pow days"
10 years ago
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CameraWiz
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JAHpowFresh snow?

"No friends on pow days"


Midwest pow..

So like 2 inches... maybe.
10 years ago
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theabortionator
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Socialize. You're on the mountain to have fun and ski, there are lot's of other people also on the hill to have fun and ski.

Talk to people. If you're in the park talk to people on the drop in, hike with people, talk to people on the lift etc.

IT's pretty easy to make friends with people on the hill.
10 years ago
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JAHpow
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CameraWizMidwest pow..

So like 2 inches... maybe.


Oh you ride spirit. There's a ton of NSers that ride spirit, hit some guys up on here and get a group. Or drive to lutsen. I could ski lutsen all day by myself.
10 years ago
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frosted_flakes
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Go ski for those of us who can't.
10 years ago
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cool_name
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for the last couple of years i have been almost exclusively skiing by myself, feels a tad weird the first few times, but now i prefer it. only downside is cant, or well shouldn't, do empty tight gladded runs by yourself
10 years ago
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cool_name
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for the last couple of years i have been almost exclusively skiing by myself, feels a tad weird the first few times, but now i prefer it. only downside is cant, or well shouldn't, do empty tight gladded runs by yourself
10 years ago
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CameraWiz
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Also one other thing to take into account. I don't have a car nor do I have my license.
10 years ago
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Titus69
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My friends being a bitch and isnt going tomorrow even though theres no school and its gonna be sunny with over a foot of fresh snow.
10 years ago
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El_Barto.
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cool_namefor the last couple of years i have been almost exclusively skiing by myself, feels a tad weird the first few times, but now i prefer it. only downside is cant, or well shouldn't, do empty tight gladded runs by yourself


What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?
10 years ago
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JGWI
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Wait...Spirit got snow?

I'll be your friend! Were struggling down in the metro.
10 years ago
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All_Alpine
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Your poll results answer your question. If you don't enjoy a day skiing by yourself then I'm not sure you enjoy skiing. With friends, without...doesn't matter. Send it son
10 years ago
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PeppermillReno
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?


Trees.
10 years ago
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Heart
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Talk to people shredding in the park. Ask for advice, compliment their tricks if they're ripping, start up friendly conversation. You both have something in common - you love to rip, so it's easy to find something to talk about.
10 years ago
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wyguy
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just use the day as a day of branching out and meeting new people or a personal day to push yourself to whatever degree you want. some of the most fun days have been alone because i push myself to try new stuff and also meet new people to ski with and learn from.
10 years ago
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Top_Gun
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?


This is a good example of a glade, like even a little less steep maybe

10 years ago
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.Hugo.
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?


Its a tree run nube
10 years ago
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no_steeze
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?


They're usually black diamonds, sometimes double blacks. I can ski them.
10 years ago
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scratchproteen
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no friends on pow days


and go by yourself, meet new people....going by yourself is a blessing, you can work the singles line all day and ride up with what ever stranger you want.
10 years ago
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OregonDead
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?


Glade is the name of one of our most historic downhill trails here in Oregon. It runs from Timberline to Govy. Before the lifts people drove up, or briefly used the tram when it operated, and then skied the glade trail down to Govy. The Glade trail is still used today and we still use the word Glade at Mt Hood.
10 years ago
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El_Barto.
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OregonDeadGlade is the name of one of our most historic downhill trails here in Oregon. It runs from Timberline to Govy. Before the lifts people drove up, or briefly used the tram when it operated, and then skied the glade trail down to Govy. The Glade trail is still used today and we still use the word Glade at Mt Hood.


Im from portland. Grew up racing for th MBSEF at bachelor. Raced in the metro league in portland during high school. Ski bowl is my home mountain aside from bachelor.

I have never heard glade.
10 years ago
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El_Barto.
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no_steezeThey're usually black diamonds, sometimes double blacks. I can ski them.


you badass
10 years ago
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CameraWiz
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Guys, I took your advice and went skiing by myself. It was lonely at first but became very relaxing to just butter around and zip around.
10 years ago
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ModMommy
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CameraWizGuys, I took your advice and went skiing by myself. It was lonely at first but became very relaxing to just butter around and zip around.


The first few runs can blow, but you get used to it! Glad it worked out for ya. I've been skiing alone for years and honestly find it to be pretty great when I'm stressed or need to think.
10 years ago
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Mr.Huck
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El_Barto.What is a glade? Everyone always says that on here but ive never heard it used in oregon? Midwest/east talk?




Goes on your toilet and helps neutralize hideous odor when you have had bad Mexican. All Mexican food in Oregon is bad BTW.
10 years ago
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boomie
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If you ever need a ride out to Spirit let me know and I would be happy to give you one
10 years ago
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plyswthsqrrls
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best days I've ever had on snow were when I was riding alone. throw the iPod on shuffle, hike your favourite lines without having to convince your friends its worth it, no stopping and waiting, eat whenever the fuck you want, ride first chair last call, and you can talk yourself into making some pretty seemingly terrible decisions that you'll learn to love
10 years ago
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CameraWiz
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boomieIf you ever need a ride out to Spirit let me know and I would be happy to give you one


Thanks dude! Awesome offer!
10 years ago
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freestyler540
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If there is no body to ski with, meet somebody on the chairs! Its like chat roulette without the dicks!
10 years ago
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