I feel like I’m splitting hairs with these skis.

Looking mainly for a day after the storm crud buster for mainly bombing bowls and groomers, and hitting a few tree and bump runs here and there. I have other skis for days I want to focus on trees, but I want these to be capable-ish, even if they’re a bit tiring. Probably 20%-25% trees and bumps, 75-80% bowls and fast groomers back to the lift

Does anyone have any experience with English-speaking mogul schools in Japan? Not a generalist PSIA/ISIA course on how to survive moguls recreationally, but a program more focused on bumps akin to the Winter Park Comp Center?

Preferably in Chūbu or Hokkaido but open to suggestions.

Hey all! I am looking for a new versatile all mountain ski. I am 6’5, 290lbs. Live in Minnesota, mainly ski out west, getting 8-10 days per year between 2 trips. Love to ski anything, and would classify myself as an expert skier. Typical ski day includes a balance of charging hard on groomers, bowls, bumps, and trees (none of which are drug references). My kids are starting to get to ski age so looking for something that can also do Minnesota hills.

Currently have Rossi S7s from 2011 or 2012 (the green ones). They are awesome, just want something a little smaller and lighter. I’ve had my eyes on Salomon QST 98, Armada ARV 100, Enforcer 98 (at least I think that’s the width). Any other recommendations?

Gonna be my third season want to get really into park this season. Does it matter what resort I work at or do some resorts have better parks for beginners. Some options I have are winter park, big sky, grand targhee, some others in Colorado

Can someone explain the ifsa freeride event registration process please? So first you need to buy a membership, is there a deadline to buy it? Than you need to pay registration for a event, than buy a lift ticket for the day of the event, some events offer discounts for competitors. After all that you'll be allowed to compete is that correct?

Thought I’ll just share this cool photo that Gemini created.

Okomin from Shiga Kogen has gotta be up there

I am prepping for next season. I want to include some park and want to get a head start. I've got three summer park facilities in a reasonable distance, one has airbags and the other one has a small park and water jumps, third one has indoor snow, but it's tiny and gets busy. I've never tried non-snow skiing. What are the kind of things I should look for, prepare? I want to ideally try all three, I get the indoor skiing will be the most similar - but the big jumps look cool. But I guess my boots would get wet. They have been through multiple "fitting" before I was happy with them, liners & insoles are also custom, can't easily fit in rentals... Airbags look like I could easily hurt myself, and water looks like I wouldn't enjoy getting repeatedly wet ;)

Started skiing last year became instantly obsessed spent 30+ days on the slopes last year, 30 years old, female (not super skinny or athletic) currently skiing basic volkl flex 154s and not in love with them. I ski pretty cautiously and I am by no means carving down the mountain and only ever on the east coast. Any recommendations on skis I can upgrade to this year? :)

Considering a ski trip in early January. We would be driving out from Seattle. Trying to hit one of the resorts on IKON Base pass and narrowed it to these three options which are around 6-7 hr drive. Would be going for 3-5 days ish (probably 2 days for driving, 3 days for skiing).

Has anyone skied at any of these resorts and could share your experience?

Also looking into hotel options by Marriott so we can use points: SpringHill Suites in Bend or in Sandpoint, or Josie Autograph in Red Mountain.

We are intermediate level skiers, will stay on the groomed runs. Priority is manageable drive (eg places to stop for lunch/sights), nice views on the mountain, decent food options. Don’t care about party/apres scene that much, or backcountry off piste options. I know snow condition will depend on our luck so not picky as long as some terrain is open.

Appreciate any insights! Thank you :)

While on a work break I stumbled on Shanes part in PUSH. Fuckin had me ready to cry and run through a wall at the same time…now the froth has claimed my soul and I must feed it. So now, what do yall think is his best film part?

Seems like this is what the people want to see in a Japan post...

Hey I'd appreciate it if you guys took a quick look at this website that I've been working on. I mainly just made it to show off my data analysis and database skills, but I figured maybe some other stats nerds would find it interesting. It also includes a table and map to explore all of the public ski areas in the United States. Feel free to leave any feedback as I'd love to keep making the site better.

Is it worth planning a ski vacation at this time, are runs open including greens and blues? If so, out of Mammoth, Palisades, Copper Mtn, and Winter Park which would be the best one in such early season?

EDIT: I have the Ikon Base Pass, so it must be on that pass. Also, if I cant do it then I have to wait till late Jan so I think it is worth it to try somewhere if it at least decent.

Not long before winter is back. Full Video Here

Been skiing with glasses for years, and fogging is always an issue. I saw some prescription inserts on glassesmagic (they have a small discount right now) and was wondering if anyone here has tried them or found something that actually works better than OTG goggles. Would love to hear what’s worked for you.

We are looking at our first family ski trip with my in laws next year. My son will be almost 4. And we would like to put him in a school/kindergarten for a few hours each morning. We are looking at Austria. I would like Lech as I know the ski school there is good. But our family is a bit more reluctant as it is more expensive.

I am very fussy about who I leave my son with.

So I am looking for recommendations from people that have had good experiences or highly recommend the schools their children have been to. My sons speech is quite delayed but on its way, so I would like a school that either has English teachers OR know English very well so will be able to understand him.

I really appreciate any recommendations or advice that people have. 😊

been 3 track skiing for little over 10 years now finally made it to Japan this past season

Just bought some ZipFits, & it is a total game changer. I was at the bootfitter, and getting some areas stretched and punched on my boots while having some padding added in the back, & randomly a new supply of zip fits arrived. I tried them on and they pretty much solved all of the fit issues I was having. I no longer need to punch the front out. I no longer need padding in the back. I am still getting some numbness on the outside of my foot (I think a vein near the ankle is being compressed some), but we decided to wait until I get a few days on them to make any adjustments to get a better idea of what’s going on. I am so stoked. Gonna be looking at everyone on the mountain without zipfits like gif above lol.