Posts by cmsummit

5-mtn. pass for me = $429 3-mtn. pass for the wife = $379 living 15 miles from the nearest ski area = PRICELESS.

Here are some deep CO shots: Backcountry down by T-Ride: these are all in East Vail: as you can see, there's no deep snow in CO. Here are some shots from Oct. 19, 2007:

Quote: Originally Posted by Uncle Louie With no other info but my best guess......I think you will see 2 passes for next season. The Epic Pass and the Colorado Pass MINUS the 10 days (and free April) will be the only...

Quote: Originally Posted by breckview Boundary ropes/gates don't restrict those who accessed the area without using lifts. I can also confirm that this is not true. I'm a regular uphill user and the ski area...

Quote: Originally Posted by ssh Colorado Backcountry right now = extreme avy danger and bottoming out on rocks. Actually, the avy danger throughout most of the state is rated anywhere from low to high depending...

Quote: Originally Posted by Max_501 I know that is the standard 'rule of thumb' but I'm wondering if anyone has actually tested these (or similar) skis with different lift heights. I know that "alto"...

Quote: Originally Posted by Max_501 Has anyone played around with different lift heights? Personally, I would mount them with as little lift as possible. I mean, it's not like you need the added leverage as...

Quote: Originally Posted by Max_501 Did anyone get the Praxis Skis? I'm wondering about mount point and suggestions for bindings. 185cm: With tape pulled straight from tip: 97-98cm to boot mid sole. 195cm: ...

After seeing the PNW and UT trip reports of the blower snow being skied, it's been a little tough for some of us CO folks, even if it is early. I know I've been jonesin' for some powder turns. With this latest storm moving through, I had...

Quote: Originally Posted by learn2turn I was thinking that also. It's been about eight years since I was up there but I recall the backside being darn steep. So are the shoots on the front like Power Keg, although...