[1/17 - powder day]

Wow, sounds like a great day.  JF is an easy run from Bucks County.  Out 313 and up 476. 

Have not been out yet this year, but hopefully soon. 

 

[elk opening 1/5 8:30-4:30]

the shuttle or "wagon" adds character to the place and experience. 

[Mount Snow Feb.12 and 13]

Good report and nice pics.  I have wanted to get up to Mt. Snow for the last couple of years. 

[Skier dies at Gore]

Wow, that sucks. Such a young life to end. My son's friend was killed at Camelback when they were in High School about six years ago. Still think of that young man frequently. God Bless the families.

[A Beautiful Place: 50 Years of Camelback Mountain Resort]

Not the biggest fan of CB but enjoyed the video. Some of the old footage reminded me of learning to ski forty years ago at my uncle's place at Arrowhead Lakes. It was a tiny hill with a tow rope, but for a kid from the inner city (philly) I thought I was in the Swiss Alps! Thanks for posting.

[Mid-Week Vouchers]

Nice gesture quick!

[New high speed?]

Agree that a high speed lift is a great idea (Elk could use one also). I have not made it up to Montage this year (yet) but sounds as though there are a shitload of improvements and the attendance is way up.

 

Hope it continues and then the new owners make some money and can invest in a HS lift. I ski a lot at a small mountain in southern NH called Crotched; they bought a HS and installed it about two years ago, It makes a world of difference.

I always enjoyed Sno (Montage) great conditions and low crowds. Not being on Route 80 proximity of the NY/Northern NJ yahoos is a big plus.

I wish them the best and if they build a HS lift "they will come" reference to an old baseball movie that most of you are too young to remember. Let it snow.

[TR 2-11-14]

Where you been man?

[Current conditions?]

I was there on January 9th and the conditions were excellent. Lehigh got a little icy at the end of the day which I thought was odd as the remainder of the trails were still in great shape. Have not been up there since. I believe they got about six-eight inches of snow total last weekend.
I really enjoy Elk it is my favorite in PA, shame that it is such as far ride. Enjoy.

[JF 1/18 Saturday]

Looks good Art. Probably good therapy working on your skis in your basement. Save a couple of bucks also. I take my skis and my boys boards to buckman's once or twice a season....not cheap!
Enjoy your reviews and pics.

[$ 9.75 Lift Tickets on 2/12/14]

97.5 Fanatic (Philly Sportstalk) day at JF. Wednesday not the greatest day of week, but a good deal.

 

http://www.975thefanatic.com/events/jon-and-sean-snow-day/

[Skiing with Hercules]

nice pics

[JF 1/2/14]

GSS I thought of you today dude. I know I would get your post.

 

Floyds Folly was rocking

 

Happy New Year.

[JF 1/2/14]

Nice day at Frost today. Very cold pre storm. Conditions were very good. More crowded than I would have thought, but best of all no lift lines.

 

Coup de grace was me and my 22 yo son hitting the elevator or river view for our last run.............and neither went down or fell but had our manhood tested.

Overall a great day.

[Big Boulder 12/15]

Couple of observations after visiting today with my two boys who were home for the Holidays.

 

Great.....let me correct that, perfect snow. Wow the snow making and grooming were incredible

 

The better I get at skiing the quicker I get bored at small mountains; BB is what it is but three hours that is all I can take; boredom sets in.

 

Asians do not celebrate Christmas? Enough said!

Meant to type 12/25 to much eggnog when I got home!

[Elk Discount Tickets]

thanks Root. Just grabbed 3 midweek. Only one left. Good deal three tickets for $85

[$25 Lift tickets]

Currently available at the fanatic 97.5 - Philly Sports Radio Station. Just grabbed five.

 

http://greatermediaphiladelphia.upickem.net/engine/Splash.aspx?contestid=37644

[Buckman's Sale - Includes Tuning, Sharpening and Wax]

Just received a card in the mail good for Dec 2 - 7th that includes specials on ski/board maintenance. Approximately ten bucks off.

 

I have to get two boards and my skis done, will take advantage.

[Where to Go?]

Would like to get out with my two sons tomorrow (Friday) who are home for the holidays. Either Boulder or Blue, not sure if it will be worth it. Blue says they will have 7 trails open (went a few years ago and it was like 3 open and 4 connector types) and the Boulder site has not been updated.

 

Boulder will have to have more than one trail open. Interested in opinions on which is the better choice.

Thanks Guys and Happy Thanksgiving!

[BC opening day?]

Can't wait to get there and wear my basketball jersey while dodging all the kids.

[Boulder Opens Tonight!]

Wow......I realize on one trail, but still impressed. 10-18 base.

[Best Place for Tune/Sharpen/Wax]

Probably would have helped if I listed that I live in Doylestown.

 

I checked the Buckman's site but it is $40. Sounds like a lot, but not sure.

[Best Place for Tune/Sharpen/Wax]

Any recommendations. I have one set of ski's and two snowboards to prep for this season.

 

 

Thanks!

[Ten Dollar Tuesday]

Just back from Sno; sorry no pics.

Conditions were good, not as good as when I was there in January. Pretty empty until about noon or 1pm.

I read the other threads about the financial problems and auction. Kind of a shame that the place may close or go out of business, I always liked sno/montage despite the wierd trail layout.

The place and lifts look as though they could use an inffusion of capital, probably unlikely as they are 27 million in debt.

[Ten Dollar Tuesday]

My youngest son is home from college on break. Heading up early tomorrow. Hope to post trip/conditions report and some pics If I can figure out how to use his i-phone.

Getting a bad feeling that the season is ending and dont like it. Took a day off even though I should be working.