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Originally posted by smokymountainrain View PostI didn't get a tag, but will be going with my nephew if he doesn't get one on the first weekend. I'll be hunting birds in Montana on the opening weekend of the deer hunt."There is no creature more arrogant than a self-righteous libertarian on the web, am I right? Those folks are just intolerable."
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Originally posted by Jeff Lebowski View PostWe have been doing the muzzleloader hunt the last three years. I really like it. Warmer weather and far less crowded. I made a 150-yd shot this year.
I really want to start muzzleloading for those same reasons. I need to stop talking about it and just take the plunge. Sounds like a blast.I'm like LeBron James.
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Originally posted by TripletDaddy View PostI am so pumped. Cant wait.
This season I am trying out some new custom Intuition liners. All these years and I have never made a custom liner. I am finally getting with the program. Does anyone else ski with custom liners? Did you notice a difference?
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Originally posted by TripletDaddy View PostI dont really know. I've never used a custom molded liner and most of the people I have asked recommended Intuition. Can't honestly say if that brand is any better than others.
The same boots for 15 years? Are you rocking some rear-entry Raichles?
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What is the best way to go about buying skis, poles and boots? Is it best to buy from a shop or to hit one of the trade/swap/buy used deals? I have leased for the season the past few years and I am looking to buy some gear. I go about 15 times a year so I am not an ultra serious skier. Also what are folks' opinions of the Canyons? I know Vail just acquired it and that should make the Utah skiing scene different in the future. I cannot believe how cheap skiing is in Utah compared to Sun Valley.Do Your Damnedest In An Ostentatious Manner All The Time!
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Originally posted by Shaka View PostSalamonAin't it like most people, I'm no different. We love to talk on things we don't know about.
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Originally posted by Goatnapper'96 View PostWhat is the best way to go about buying skis, poles and boots? Is it best to buy from a shop or to hit one of the trade/swap/buy used deals? I have leased for the season the past few years and I am looking to buy some gear. I go about 15 times a year so I am not an ultra serious skier. Also what are folks' opinions of the Canyons? I know Vail just acquired it and that should make the Utah skiing scene different in the future. I cannot believe how cheap skiing is in Utah compared to Sun Valley.
I love the Canyons. It is more expensive, but if you take advantage of current deals that will be expiring soon, you can buy 5 or 10 packs that average around $55-60 a day at Canyons, Deer Valley (must be a local), brighton, and elsewhere. the canyons isnt a great mountain for beginners so if you ski often with young children or groomers, it may not be my top choice. But for blue and up, it is a great day on the sticks.
if you can find the equipment you like at season-ending clearance sales, you can really score some sweet deals, especially on skis and bindings. However, as a general rule, you can just buy online from all the various websites that sell ski gear. Shop from the comfort of your chair. This requires you to know what you want, however. i outfitted the puffy check last season with skis and boots and bought a new setup for MMM this year, completely online. Saved hundreds of dollars in the process, as well, and they have good gear.
Of all the equipment you will purchase as a recreational skier, I would rank boots as the most important gear, by far. make sure your boots kick butt, fit right, and have the right flex for your style of skiing. Im really pumped about my intuition liners and cant wait to try them out. Skis are important, but with todays technology, you can find lots of skis that will take you from groomers to crud to bumps to pow without missing a beat. poles are mostly pointless for a recreational skier, frankly, and can often encourage poor form and bad habits in beginners.
Are you a regular at Sun Valley? that is a great place.Fitter. Happier. More Productive.
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Originally posted by Goatnapper'96 View PostWhat is the best way to go about buying skis, poles and boots? Is it best to buy from a shop or to hit one of the trade/swap/buy used deals? I have leased for the season the past few years and I am looking to buy some gear. I go about 15 times a year so I am not an ultra serious skier. Also what are folks' opinions of the Canyons? I know Vail just acquired it and that should make the Utah skiing scene different in the future. I cannot believe how cheap skiing is in Utah compared to Sun Valley.Te Occidere Possunt Sed Te Edere Non Possunt Nefas Est.
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Originally posted by Goatnapper'96 View PostWhat is the best way to go about buying skis, poles and boots? Is it best to buy from a shop or to hit one of the trade/swap/buy used deals? I have leased for the season the past few years and I am looking to buy some gear. I go about 15 times a year so I am not an ultra serious skier. Also what are folks' opinions of the Canyons? I know Vail just acquired it and that should make the Utah skiing scene different in the future. I cannot believe how cheap skiing is in Utah compared to Sun Valley."Nobody listens to Turtle."-Turtlesigpic
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Originally posted by Goatnapper'96 View PostWhat is the best way to go about buying skis, poles and boots? Is it best to buy from a shop or to hit one of the trade/swap/buy used deals? I have leased for the season the past few years and I am looking to buy some gear. I go about 15 times a year so I am not an ultra serious skier. Also what are folks' opinions of the Canyons? I know Vail just acquired it and that should make the Utah skiing scene different in the future. I cannot believe how cheap skiing is in Utah compared to Sun Valley.
I would echo the others' comments re: the importance of boots above all other equipment. Most people do not know how to properly fit a ski boot. It should be much tighter than common sense dictates. IMO it would be a mistake to purchase boots without being able to a) try it on before or b) be able to send it back for a refund. Take your time in the boot fitting process."Seriously, is there a bigger high on the whole face of the earth than eating a salad?"--SeattleUte
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Originally posted by Lost Student View PostI was a ski instructor at the Canyons from 2000-2003 so I know the mountain pretty well (although I haven't been back since and it's probably changed quite a bit). Canyons is great for the beginner to intermediate skier. If I ski in Park City, I would rather be at PCMR. If in Utah, I would rather go to Little Cottonwood.
I would echo the others' comments re: the importance of boots above all other equipment. Most people do not know how to properly fit a ski boot. It should be much tighter than common sense dictates. IMO it would be a mistake to purchase boots without being able to a) try it on before or b) be able to send it back for a refund. Take your time in the boot fitting process.Fitter. Happier. More Productive.
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