snowboard community forums : Michiganders where you at- http://www.trusnow.com/forum/ This is an XML content feed of; snowboard community forums : Mid West : Michiganders where you at- Sat, 25 May 2013 15:50:05 +0000 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:32:55 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.54 360 www.trusnow.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=31361 snowboard community forums http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.trusnow.com/forum/ Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chillman Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1234225#1234225 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2013 at 1:32pm

Originally posted by chillman


Originally posted by steezycheezy734

Who's gonna be going to up Boyne for carnival? Just a few weeks away now!
Whats carnival?



Carnival aka Crazy Days, it like Mardi Gras on snow. The have a weekend full of events like a pond skim and on hill partying. If your of age i highly recommend going at least once in your life.]]> Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:32:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1234225#1234225 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by steezycheezy734Who's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233917#1233917 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2013 at 11:41am

Originally posted by steezycheezy734

Who's gonna be going to up Boyne for carnival? Just a few weeks away now!
Whats carnival?]]> Sat, 02 Mar 2013 11:41:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233917#1233917 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by steezycheezy734Who's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233895#1233895 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2013 at 9:46am

Originally posted by steezycheezy734

Who's gonna be going to up Boyne for carnival? Just a few weeks away now!

If I could get away for the weekend I would go.  Still trying to get 1 more White-Gold Card trip to Northern MI to hit Caberfae, also have a trip out to Keystone, CO coming up.
]]> Sat, 02 Mar 2013 09:46:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233895#1233895 Michiganders where you at- : Who's gonna be going to up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233892#1233892 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2013 at 9:30am

Who's gonna be going to up Boyne for carnival? Just a few weeks away now!
]]> Sat, 02 Mar 2013 09:30:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1233892#1233892 Michiganders where you at- : Yessir. Everytime we hit the mountain... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228348#1228348 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/30/2013 at 7:24pm

Yessir.  Everytime we hit the mountain I tell my buddy we need to buy a plane just for that.  And going to the UP. 

On another note, I'm getting sick of this 50 and rain crap.  Turning back to winter up there though so that's a plus.  Be even better if I could get some time off work.
]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:24:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228348#1228348 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Boyne Mountain has an air strip.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228346#1228346 Author: sideways99
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/30/2013 at 7:20pm

^ Boyne Mountain has an air strip.]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:20:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228346#1228346 Michiganders where you at- : What airport are you flying into... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228339#1228339 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/30/2013 at 7:08pm

What airport are you flying into that is close to Boyne mountain?  ]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:08:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228339#1228339 Michiganders where you at- : My buddies dad is flying us up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228071#1228071 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/29/2013 at 4:49pm

My buddies dad is flying us up to boyne mountain sometime soon. I'm excited, never flown or gone to mtn.]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:49:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1228071#1228071 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone gonna be at Boyne or Nubs... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1227239#1227239 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/25/2013 at 9:17am

Anyone gonna be at Boyne or Nubs this weekend?]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 09:17:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1227239#1227239 Michiganders where you at- : Holy crap is it dumping! Shoulda... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226406#1226406 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/21/2013 at 12:42pm

Holy crap is it dumping! Shoulda had a snow day today, hopefully we have one tommorow and I can hit up CBUrg.]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:42:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226406#1226406 Michiganders where you at- : Rode Pine Knob today, not crowded... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226399#1226399 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/21/2013 at 11:57am

Rode Pine Knob today, not crowded at all which was surprising considering most of the schools were closed for MLK Day.  Became really windy and we called at a day around 2:30.

Heading up for a weekend tour of northern MI this weekend:  

Friday - Boyne Mountain
Saturday - Boyne Highlands
Sunday - Crystal Mountain (my least favorite)
Monday - Caberfae Peaks
]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:57:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226399#1226399 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone riding Cannonsburg? h... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226383#1226383 Author: andylevander
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/21/2013 at 10:29am

Anyone riding Cannonsburg?

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.496139000404188.118157.132688113415947&type=1]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:29:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226383#1226383 Michiganders where you at- : The parks in my backyard. Check... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226147#1226147 Author: turbo-x
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2013 at 7:26pm

The parks in my backyard. Check my pic I built that handrail also the pic of me hitting the jump is just left of the rail. I built a drop in up into the trees. Me and my buddies dug a huge hole/half pipe for the landing. Now all we need is some more snow!]]> Sat, 19 Jan 2013 19:26:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1226147#1226147 Michiganders where you at- : CRYSTAL!! Boyne is a decent second... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1225206#1225206 Author: boarder123
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/15/2013 at 4:15am

CRYSTAL!! Boyne is a decent second though.]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 04:15:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1225206#1225206 Michiganders where you at- : Where are the parks at? When... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1222595#1222595 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/01/2013 at 11:45pm

Where are the parks at?

When i rode nubs and the highlands early last week they didn't have much of anything...:(]]> Tue, 01 Jan 2013 23:45:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1222595#1222595 Michiganders where you at- : Checked out Bittersweet today... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1221738#1221738 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2012 at 9:39am

Checked out Bittersweet today for a couple hours in the morning the snow was okay and they had about 70% of the terrain open.  There was nobody there and there were no terrain park features out yet. Still a lot of fun as there were only a few people there.
]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:39:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1221738#1221738 Michiganders where you at- : That is a solid idea it won't... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1220923#1220923 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2012 at 8:22am

That is a solid idea it won't cost Vail resorts that much and they will some how connect the epic pass to the Brighton pass and get people to come out to ski at their other resorts.  Also I great way to spread your name in the midwest for cheap. ]]> Sat, 22 Dec 2012 08:22:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1220923#1220923 Michiganders where you at- : Did you guys all hear about Mt... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219888#1219888 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2012 at 12:50pm

Did you guys all hear about Mt Brighton being bought by Vail resorts?!

Curious on your guys opinions and what you think will come of it.

If you don't know anything about it, here is an article for reference:

http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20121207/NEWS01/121209898/mt-brighton-purchased-by-vail-resorts#]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:50:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219888#1219888 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219887#1219887 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2012 at 12:45pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559


Originally posted by iamjason10

^ I was thinking about going but it is probably going to be very busy. Anything worth going to nearby that wont be as busy?
]It might be busy but most of the runs should be  open so ppl can spread out.. and it's not just for Boyne Mt it's for the Highlands too, so it's not bad as long as they have a good # of runs open.  Snow snow snow in the forecast too!!




It does get crazy busy up there but its kinda worth sacrificing considering the price lol. I probably gonna end up heading up with the GF for a day of shredage. Either way nubs nob and the highlands are both killer options if you don't want to ride the Boyne Mtn.]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:45:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219887#1219887 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by iamjason10^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219754#1219754 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2012 at 1:54pm

Originally posted by iamjason10

^ I was thinking about going but it is probably going to be very busy. Anything worth going to nearby that wont be as busy?
]
It might be busy but most of the runs should be  open so ppl can spread out.. and it's not just for Boyne Mt it's for the Highlands too, so it's not bad as long as they have a good # of runs open.  Snow snow snow in the forecast too!!

]]> Sat, 15 Dec 2012 13:54:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219754#1219754 Michiganders where you at- : ^ If by "nearby" you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219752#1219752 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2012 at 1:37pm

^ If by "nearby" you mean southeastern MI (Alpine Valley, Pine Knob, Mt Holly), the answer is no.  They have not been hit with snow yet and it's too warm to fire up the snow guns.  

Head north, young man!
]]> Sat, 15 Dec 2012 13:37:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219752#1219752 Michiganders where you at- : ^ I was thinking about going but... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219731#1219731 Author: iamjason10
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2012 at 11:17am

^ I was thinking about going but it is probably going to be very busy. Anything worth going to nearby that wont be as busy?]]> Sat, 15 Dec 2012 11:17:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219731#1219731 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by turbo-xWho's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219713#1219713 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2012 at 9:26am

Originally posted by turbo-x

Who's going to boyne next fri dec 21? It's the 6 for 1 deal! In honor of there high speed chairlift.

I'm heading north for the 6-for-1.  The guy above your post is planning on going, too.  Between MikeD and myself we have 4 boarders, could use 2 more to get the full 6-for-1.
]]> Sat, 15 Dec 2012 09:26:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219713#1219713 Michiganders where you at- : Who's going to boyne next... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219699#1219699 Author: turbo-x
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2012 at 7:56am

Who's going to boyne next fri dec 21? It's the 6 for 1 deal! In honor of there high speed chairlift. ]]> Sat, 15 Dec 2012 07:56:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219699#1219699 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by steezycheezy734Has... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219415#1219415 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/13/2012 at 6:19pm

Originally posted by steezycheezy734

Has anyone been out yet this year?


Yeah!  I have 4 days in so far. We got some good snow up at Caberfae on Sunday! 

I'm going tomorrow and probably sunday and monday. Hitting up Boyne Mt next friday for the 6 for 1 lift tickets! anyone else going!?!?
]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:19:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219415#1219415 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by stark03Is... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219412#1219412 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/13/2012 at 6:08pm

Originally posted by stark03

Is Bohemia worth drive from Mpls? How does it compare to Lutsen? (few hours closer). I am debating on getting 99 pass, would pay for itself as long place is actually worth the drive from the cities for a long weekend.


Bohemia is like no other place in the midwest.  It's totally worth the drive. I think it's worth the 10hr drive for me.  If you see they are getting a good snow storm get up there!  Lift tickets are only $54 if you didn't get the pass. 
]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:08:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1219412#1219412 Michiganders where you at- : So UofM has this OA program... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1217687#1217687 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2012 at 7:47am

So UofM has this OA program that takes trips. This winter they're doing a Bohemia trip for $275. 5 nights in a yurt and transportation. Doesn't include food or lift. I was thinking of trying to get our little bachelor party to go on that one.....then I found out there's no drinking aloud on OA trips. That ain't going to happen with our group. Plus, I can put together something cheaper if we have 6-8 of us.   So we might be hitting Bo after all this season.


Dude if you go to Michigan check out this website: http://www.michigansnowboardclub.com/ The offer trips and usually party balls]]> Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:47:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1217687#1217687 Michiganders where you at- : Has anyone been out yet this year?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1217684#1217684 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2012 at 7:44am

Has anyone been out yet this year?]]> Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:44:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1217684#1217684 Michiganders where you at- : Just drove back to CT from MI... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1215327#1215327 Author: ttuccio 12
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2012 at 5:31pm

Just drove back to CT from MI and my girls house. Love your state!]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:31:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1215327#1215327 Michiganders where you at- : Is Bohemia worth drive from Mpls?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1215324#1215324 Author: stark03
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2012 at 5:27pm

Is Bohemia worth drive from Mpls? How does it compare to Lutsen? (few hours closer). I am debating on getting 99 pass, would pay for itself as long place is actually worth the drive from the cities for a long weekend.]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:27:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1215324#1215324 Michiganders where you at- : ^Well aren't we special Wish... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1213138#1213138 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/15/2012 at 7:36pm

^Well aren't we specialWink
Wish I could.  Just found that I will not be able to go up this year as I just got made full time at work and they frown upon taking time off without vaca time built up.  Looks like it'll be another season before I get to take a good long trip up there.]]> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:36:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1213138#1213138 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma ^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1212874#1212874 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/14/2012 at 3:27pm

Originally posted by ctoma

^ Although I had planned on going I did not make it.  I spent most of the late-morning-early afternoon waiting in the doctor's office for an ear issue, dammit.

Sounds like your time was spent well - getting the Lab ready for a new season.

Are you going to Mt. Bohemia for PowPowPalooza 4?  1/25 - 1/27.


* 1/25- 1/28
Some of us will be up there through monday! Big smile
]]> Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:27:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1212874#1212874 Michiganders where you at- : So UofM has this OA program that... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1212666#1212666 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/13/2012 at 6:52pm

So UofM has this OA program that takes trips.  This winter they're doing a Bohemia trip for $275.  5 nights in a yurt and transportation.  Doesn't include food or lift.  I was thinking of trying to get our little bachelor party to go on that one.....then I found out there's no drinking aloud on OA trips.  That ain't going to happen with our group.  Plus, I can put together something cheaper if we have 6-8 of us.   So we might be hitting Bo after all this season.]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:52:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1212666#1212666 Michiganders where you at- : I really want to. As of now I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1211368#1211368 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/07/2012 at 7:26pm

I really want to.  As of now I have no plans to, but I do have the white gold card so I know I have a lift paid for already, so I'm trying to figure out how I can work it.  I really need my Bo fix this season.]]> Wed, 07 Nov 2012 19:26:25 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1211368#1211368 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Although I had planned on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1210582#1210582 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/05/2012 at 5:22am

^ Although I had planned on going I did not make it.  I spent most of the late-morning-early afternoon waiting in the doctor's office for an ear issue, dammit.

Sounds like your time was spent well - getting the Lab ready for a new season.

Are you going to Mt. Bohemia for PowPowPalooza 4?  1/25 - 1/27.
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 05:22:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1210582#1210582 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone hit the BCS jam in Novi?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1210577#1210577 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/05/2012 at 4:15am

Anyone hit the BCS jam in Novi?  I didn't make it.  Instead I opted to work on the Lab. Got the old main drop in down and most of the new one up.  Now it's decking the drop in, putting the powder pak on, and cleaning up the yard.  A few more weeks and we should be ready to rockSmile]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 04:15:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1210577#1210577 Michiganders where you at- : I need to try to get to that one.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1209463#1209463 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/30/2012 at 7:16pm

I need to try to get to that one.  I really need to ride.  I just picked up enough powder pak from Misfit lab for a run in the hood lab.  Not a well covered run, but enough to work with.  I won't have it set up for a couple weeks, but soon we'll be year round round hereBig smile]]> Tue, 30 Oct 2012 19:16:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1209463#1209463 Michiganders where you at- : Reminder: the Boyne Country Sports... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1209291#1209291 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/30/2012 at 6:58am

Reminder: the Boyne Country Sports rail jam in Novi is this Saturday:

http://www.boyne.com/mobile/events/event_3_37195_48286.html
]]> Tue, 30 Oct 2012 06:58:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1209291#1209291 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Sweet. My buddy picked up our... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205429#1205429 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/12/2012 at 10:40am

^ Sweet.  My buddy picked up our WG Cards last week (or 2 weeks ago?  don't remember) and I used the $20 off $100 coupon today at Sun & Snow to buy the WiFi Backpack with Remote.

I'm taking my family to Boyne Mtn Jan 2 - 5.  After that I'm going to schedule a couple weekends to hit Nubs, Highlands, Mtn, Cab and maybe try a few of the western MI hills.

Post up the dates you will be hitting northern MI and I'll see if I can swing those dates, too.

]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:40:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205429#1205429 Michiganders where you at- : Got a couple white gold cards... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205409#1205409 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/12/2012 at 10:13am

Got a couple white gold cards today.  Now I just need to find time to use them.  I know we'll be doing a mid-January trip to nubs and boyne highlands (sometime around the 13th) if any of you guys are in the area at that time we'll have to meet up.  I don't know if I'll make Bohemia this season, but I'd sure like to try.]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 10:13:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205409#1205409 Michiganders where you at- : W3 in GR has these limited Cartel... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205074#1205074 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/10/2012 at 11:09pm

W3 in GR has these limited Cartel bindings up for grabs

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=483776094976084&set=a.159294884090875.33416.157872750899755&type=1

REPRESENT!!!]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2012 23:09:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1205074#1205074 Michiganders where you at- : ^Jam going on tommrow, been... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1201427#1201427 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/21/2012 at 6:01pm

^Jam going on tommrow, been 6 months since I was last on my board.  Getting a little nervous, especially since everyone else is 20 years younger.]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:01:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1201427#1201427 Michiganders where you at- : So, this year since the O... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1200776#1200776 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/18/2012 at 5:54pm

So, this year since the O park isn't the opark anymore the Don Thomas railjam doesn't have them as a sponsor.  The setup is going to be different from the past couple years.  They're going with a setup I think I can handle better.  Pretty sure it's the one used at a jam in Grand Rapids last winter.  Here's a pic of the setup.
 
I think you should join in the fun CT.  So I won't be the only old guy out thereBig smile
]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2012 17:54:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1200776#1200776 Michiganders where you at- : Did snowboarding start in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1200195#1200195 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/15/2012 at 8:53pm

Did snowboarding start in Michigan?  Here's an article I was reading...
 

Pando Winter Sports Park, near Rockford, was the first ski area in Kent County (1960), but more impressively was the first area in Michigan to allow “snurfers” and then snowboarders to have the run of the area, hosted the first ever snowboard competition (won by Jake Burton Carpenter) and was also the first area in Michigan to install a tubing hill.

By the way, the “snurfer,” predecessor to the snow board, was invented in Michigan in 1965 by Sherman Poppen of Muskegon. He cobbled together the first one when he saw his daughter sliding down hill standing on her sled. Her friends all wanted their own, so he built several with improvements. He patented the device in 1968, the year the first “World Snurfing Championship” was held at Blockhouse Hill in North Muskegon. He licensed the concept to Brunswick who made and sold about a million snurfers between 1966 and 1976 when the relicensed the product to JEM which produced them into the 1980′s. Snurfers had no bindings, just traction pads. In 1979 Jake Burton Carpenter of Vermont showed up at the championship with a board customized with bindings, He won in the Open Division which allowed modified boards. In 1980, the championship moved to Pando where it was again won by Carpenter.

]]> Sat, 15 Sep 2012 20:53:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1200195#1200195 Michiganders where you at- : ^Damn, they were there forever.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199848#1199848 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/13/2012 at 8:04pm

^Damn, they were there forever.  You've been to the R.O. park/store haven't you?  That place is so nice.  I really need to get out there soon.  Last time I was my son broke his ankle.  It was my first time skating in years, but was such a nice park I went out and got a new board.
 
@CT- yeah, super convenient.  I have something to be out there for on Tuesday, but I don't know if I'll brave the traffic two days in a row for that.  Plus it'll cut into Riley's playtime.  She gets cranky without quality time.
]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:04:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199848#1199848 Michiganders where you at- : Just saw that Modern Skate &... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199649#1199649 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/12/2012 at 10:28pm

Just saw that Modern Skate & Surf closed here in GR.  They had a sick skate park and good snowboard gear.  There were the only retailer of Union, Capita and NS in GR.... as far as I know. Sad.. Only Lansing and Royal Oak locations left. SadCryDead]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 22:28:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199649#1199649 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Not... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199580#1199580 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/12/2012 at 3:48pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Not to worry steezy, there's a showing in Ann Arbor next Wednesday Sept. 19th at Sun and Snow from 5-7.  
 
Got that CT?Smile
 
Hey, you guys think we'll see chips this season?  He just kind of dropped off the face of the forums end of the season.  He never did make it to the Hood Lab.

Wednesday from 5-7pm... real convenient.  I'll be coaching my baseball team at 6pm so you won't see me at Sun & Snow.
]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:48:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199580#1199580 Michiganders where you at- : Not to worry steezy, there's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199563#1199563 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/12/2012 at 2:51pm

Not to worry steezy, there's a showing in Ann Arbor next Wednesday Sept. 19th at Sun and Snow from 5-7.  
 
Got that CT?Smile
 
Hey, you guys think we'll see chips this season?  He just kind of dropped off the face of the forums end of the season.  He never did make it to the Hood Lab.
]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:51:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199563#1199563 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Burton's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199468#1199468 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/12/2012 at 8:42am

Originally posted by MikeD13559


Burton's 13 video premier tues. sept 18th at wind, waves and wheels in GR.  Free food and prize giveaways.  Anybody else going to go?!?!?http://www.w3mi.com/?utm_source=online+update+9-10&utm_campaign=wake+sale&utm_medium=email


Damn,if only i was still chilling out in GR :(]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 08:42:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199468#1199468 Michiganders where you at- : Burton's 13 video premier... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199159#1199159 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/10/2012 at 7:54pm

Burton's 13 video premier tues. sept 18th at wind, waves and wheels in GR.  Free food and prize giveaways.  Anybody else going to go?!?!?

http://www.w3mi.com/?utm_source=online+update+9-10&utm_campaign=wake+sale&utm_medium=email
]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:54:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1199159#1199159 Michiganders where you at- : Railjam in Birmingham Sept.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1197103#1197103 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/30/2012 at 6:33pm

Railjam in Birmingham Sept. 22.   Here's some info- http://boneheadx.com/birmingham-rail-jam/]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:33:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1197103#1197103 Michiganders where you at- : I gotta hit that place soon.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1196342#1196342 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/27/2012 at 4:40pm

I gotta hit that place soon.  I need to be ready for the Birmingham jam coming up.   Pretty sure it was the 22nd of Sept.  10-5 or 6.  Little pro demo in the morning, open jam in the afternoon.
 
Pat Milbery released a short vid recently, don't see any MI spots, but it's all midwest.
 
www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnqyn-J5Ua4&feature=youtu.be
]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 16:40:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1196342#1196342 Michiganders where you at- : ^ I think it was 2 all day passes... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193509#1193509 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/12/2012 at 7:15am

^ I think it was 2 all day passes for $25... we bought the Groupon deal back in July so my memory is a bit foggy.  Our plan is to take a day off in Sept or Oct and visit the Misfit Lab, hoping there won't be anyone there during the day (with the kids in school).  The snow sports section looks limited, a couple of park features and a jump into the foam pit.  Since our park skills suck ass and we are old we prefer going when the young park rats aren't dominating the features.  I'll post a review after our visit to the Lab.

Don't forget to buy your White Gold Card in September:  http://www.goskimichigan.com/michigan-ski-programs/white-gold-card
]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 07:15:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193509#1193509 Michiganders where you at- : ^I've yet to get there.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193508#1193508 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/12/2012 at 7:05am

^I've yet to get there.  Been a hectic summer.  What was the groupon deal C? 
 
Maybe that's what I should have done this weekend since we didn't go north.
]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 07:05:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193508#1193508 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaGroupon... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193507#1193507 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/12/2012 at 7:03am

Originally posted by ctoma

Groupon for the Misfit Lab in Fenton, jump on it!!!  (you will have to go through the sign-up process if you are not already on the e-mail list)

http://www.groupon.com/r/uu7247905


Did anyone buy this Groupon for the Misfit Lab?  My buddy and I bought one, we're going to try it out sometime in the Fall.  Has anyone ridden on PowderPAK?  Wonder what it's like...
]]> Sun, 12 Aug 2012 07:03:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1193507#1193507 Michiganders where you at- : dang in the high 95 all summer... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1189161#1189161 Author: randman24
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/16/2012 at 12:59pm

dang in the high 95 all summer wish it was winter again]]> Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:59:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1189161#1189161 Michiganders where you at- : Groupon for the Misfit Lab in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1189124#1189124 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/16/2012 at 10:33am

Groupon for the Misfit Lab in Fenton, jump on it!!!  (you will have to go through the sign-up process if you are not already on the e-mail list)

http://www.groupon.com/r/uu7247905
]]> Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:33:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1189124#1189124 Michiganders where you at- : ^I'm wishing I would... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1184054#1184054 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jun/07/2012 at 3:58pm

^I'm wishing I would have bought the neighbor across the streets house.  They have a nice double lot.  The Hood Lab would be pretty freakin sweet if I had that lot.
 
I'm sure I could take some features out to my brothers place.  I'd probably have to spend a month there this season to make sure he's using them rightBig smile
]]> Thu, 07 Jun 2012 15:58:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1184054#1184054 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Wow, that is a surprise. I figured... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1183648#1183648 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jun/05/2012 at 10:51am

^ Wow, that is a surprise.  I figured a private ski/golf club that maintains healthy membership levels would not succumb to the economy woes in the dirty mitten.  Elitists...

Originally posted by snowj720

 
Which leads me to wonder.......what are they going to do with all those great features they had for the park?

I think you should put in your request to take ownership of as many park features as you can get your hands on.  Expand the Hood Lab by knocking down your neighbors' (both sides and behind) homes.
]]> Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:51:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1183648#1183648 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone that had the chance... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1183643#1183643 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jun/05/2012 at 10:19am

Anyone that had the chance to hit the Opark is going to be bummed about this one.  Seems it won't be open anymore in the winter.  Shame it was a great park that brought top notch riders to MI from all over the world.
 
http://www.petoskeynews.com/gaylord/news/pnr-otsego-club-wont-open-slopes-this-winter-20120601,0,2085463.story
 
 
Which leads me to wonder.......what are they going to do with all those great features they had for the park?
]]> Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:19:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1183643#1183643 Michiganders where you at- : hey sweet video that is just what... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1174144#1174144 Author: turbo-x
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/05/2012 at 1:19pm

hey sweet video that is just what i was thinking! ill be working hard this summer!]]> Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:19:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1174144#1174144 Michiganders where you at- : Changes are a coming to the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1172534#1172534 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/28/2012 at 3:52pm

Changes are a coming to the Hood Lab for next winter.  Should be more room, now if the weather will work with us next season.....]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:52:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1172534#1172534 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, post some pics of your... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170448#1170448 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/19/2012 at 4:56am

Yeah, post some pics of your setup for sure turbo.  I love seeing peoples backyard setups.  
 
I know it's ghetto, but you can use that plastic lattice from home depot.  I've changed things since this video, but the lattice worked for me.  Not as good as powderpak, but it's a ghetto alternative.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPfdGMfPyHA&list=UUCYG2QfBb5-141sSBqdHBnQ&index=7&feature=plcp
]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:56:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170448#1170448 Michiganders where you at- : I want to hit that place up for... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170187#1170187 Author: turbo-x
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/17/2012 at 6:14pm

I want to hit that place up for sure and I'm thinking like you ive built a park with hand rails and other stuff on a hill behind my house I want to make it ridable year round i wish i could post some pic from my iPhone it's preaty sweet all my friends help build it ]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 18:14:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170187#1170187 Michiganders where you at- : I gotta get up early tommrow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170172#1170172 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/17/2012 at 4:45pm

I gotta get up early tommrow or I would.  We'll have to go up to fort street brewery and grab a few sometime.  I really miss their turbo. 
 
speaking of turbo, turbo-x you're not too far from the misfit lab, you should hit that place up, I know I'm going to a couple times this summer.  Hell, I want to see how much it'd be to get some of that powder pak they're using for my house.
 
Yeah C, season is ka-put.  One more week of boyne and nubs, but I probably won't make it up there.  It's been 80 up there the past few.  Warmer there than here, weird.  I too can not remember such a warm march.  Maybe back in 88, but I think even then it was April before it was this warm.
]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 16:45:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170172#1170172 Michiganders where you at- : snowj lets go grab a brew and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170170#1170170 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/17/2012 at 4:13pm

snowj lets go grab a brew and think about the lack of snow we had lol]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 16:13:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170170#1170170 Michiganders where you at- : This blows all the snow is gone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170167#1170167 Author: turbo-x
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/17/2012 at 3:54pm

This blows all the snow is gone and I didn't get near enough riding in and I'm missing caberfae $9 all day spring fling my seaon sucked!   Sitting in Howell mi with no snow!]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 15:54:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170167#1170167 Michiganders where you at- : Mid-70's (feels warmer) in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170165#1170165 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/17/2012 at 3:48pm

Mid-70's (feels warmer) in SE Michigan, can we officially say the season is over?  Turrible winter, so turrible.  I can't remember a March that has been this mild.]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 15:48:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1170165#1170165 Michiganders where you at- : Dooooode- 81 in Traverse City... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169627#1169627 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/15/2012 at 11:01am

Dooooode- 81 in Traverse City yesterday.  I so should have went up, I've never rode in 80 degrees.  ]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:01:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169627#1169627 Michiganders where you at- : Only if you've got a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169200#1169200 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/14/2012 at 5:32am

Only if you've got a really, really big bag. Smile
One of these years I'll get out to CO.  For some reason it hasn't been in the cards for me.  And literally everyone I know has been there (most more than once).  I think I've been afraid to go because I won't want to come back to MI.   And, until last summer I was a smoker and terrified of not being able to breath out there.]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 05:32:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169200#1169200 Michiganders where you at- : snowj - you are welcome to join... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169065#1169065 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/13/2012 at 5:44pm

snowj - you are welcome to join us, can you fit inside a board bag?  the condo we are staying in has plenty of room.]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:44:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169065#1169065 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, it's nice of June... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169056#1169056 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/13/2012 at 5:26pm

Yeah, it's nice of June to show up all of a sudden.  It really has been a bum season.  I want to run up north and ride every day until they close, but that ain't going to happen.  I'm just amazed how warm it already is up there.  I don't think they'll make April as they have been for as far back as I can remember.
 
Hopefully CO will still be kickin', sounds like they've had crap out there, but their crap season is still better than our best (snow-wise).  Mind hiding me in a suitcase for the trip out to CO, C?
]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 17:26:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1169056#1169056 Michiganders where you at- : Looks like the season is ending... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168828#1168828 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/13/2012 at 5:14am

Looks like the season is ending in MI, temps in the 60's and even 70's (today's forecasted high for Traverse City).  Caberfae has their Spring Carnival this Saturday, the forecast is calling for a high of 71° on that day.  Turrible, just turrible.  A lousy end to a lousy season.

At least I still have 1 week in Breckenridge to look forward to... I hope the weather cooperates.
 
]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:14:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168828#1168828 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, Cab's got a pretty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168590#1168590 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/12/2012 at 10:36am

Yeah, Cab's got a pretty good deal with that.  They also end up having so many other deals though you almost don't need the season pass.  If they weren't 4 hours away from us I'd probably hit it more often.  Our buddy has a place like 10 minutes from there, but it's the 4 hours to his place that keeps me from being there all winter long.  ]]> Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:36:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168590#1168590 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 That's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168355#1168355 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2012 at 2:26pm

Originally posted by snowj720

That's kind of what I figured as far as Crystal (I haven't been missing much not having gone there). 
 
Sat/Sunday are the days I wish I could have hit the hill this weekend.  Boyne had terrible conditions.  Ice with spots of fresh sticky snow.  Plus the usual assortment of ppl blocking features.  Kids just hanging out on the features, not hitting them, just hangin out.   They had some decent features, but there were a few that weren't there that they advertise as having set up. 

Yeah, MikeD knows what he's talking about (well, at least when it comes to Crystal Mountain...).  Definitely a lot of flats to traverse.  Also, no easy way to get from the Buck lift to the Clipper to the Loki.  

Talked to a guy at Caberfae and he mentioned Cab's $99 season pass.  Great deal if you can get there 4 or 5 times a year.  My buddy and I talked about getting one next year and using his friend's cottage which is about 35-40 minutes away.
 
]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:26:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168355#1168355 Michiganders where you at- : That's kind of what I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168330#1168330 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2012 at 12:24pm

That's kind of what I figured as far as Crystal (I haven't been missing much not having gone there). 
 
Sat/Sunday are the days I wish I could have hit the hill this weekend.  Boyne had terrible conditions.  Ice with spots of fresh sticky snow.  Plus the usual assortment of ppl blocking features.  Kids just hanging out on the features, not hitting them, just hangin out.   They had some decent features, but there were a few that weren't there that they advertise as having set up. 
]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 12:24:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168330#1168330 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I'll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168229#1168229 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2012 at 3:39am

Originally posted by snowj720

I'll be @ Boyne Mt. tommrow, but that's not exactly right next to Crystal.  One of these years I'll hit that place, looked cool when we went by there last year, just not as good a boyne.
Have fun C, this might be our last time to rip it up in the mitten until next season.

Crystal lived up to MikeD's hype (in other words skip Crystal and go to Caberfae).  We drove up Friday morning and got to Crystal just as it opened.  They were doing a 5 for $50 deal so there were more people than we expected.  The snow conditions were poor, chopped ice on ice which improved as the day went on.  A lot of flats and a lot of short runs.  The only way I would go back is if I get another White Gold card.

Caberfae on Saturday was beautiful.  Great sunny day and the grooming crew did a great job considering the strange weather they have been experiencing (24" last weekend, midweek warm up followed by cold temps to re-freeze everything).  South Peak was a helluva lotta fun, some great runs and less people there.  Spent the entire morning at South Peak.  High winds forced Cab to shutdown the South Peak lift at noon so we went back to the masses at North Peak.  With South Peak closed North Peak became much more crowded, plus clueless kids and gawkers clogged up the small park they have.  The best riding was definitely Saturday morning on South Peak.
]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 03:39:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168229#1168229 Michiganders where you at- : When Holly does their park right... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168119#1168119 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/10/2012 at 4:07pm

When Holly does their park right I'd take it over PK, but, the Knob usually has a more consistant park.  If there's fresh natural snow I'd go to Holly because they at least have a little natural stuff to play on and a couple of longer (than PK) runs.
 
 
 
]]> Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:07:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1168119#1168119 Michiganders where you at- : I live like 15 minutes away from... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167602#1167602 Author: matts1548
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/08/2012 at 2:16pm

I live like 15 minutes away from PineKnob. This may of already been covered but what do you like better, Holly or PK? Ive never been to Holly but was wondering if its worth going up next season. ]]> Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:16:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167602#1167602 Michiganders where you at- : I'll be @ Boyne Mt. tommrow,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167594#1167594 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/08/2012 at 2:02pm

I'll be @ Boyne Mt. tommrow, but that's not exactly right next to Crystal.  One of these years I'll hit that place, looked cool when we went by there last year, just not as good a boyne.
Have fun C, this might be our last time to rip it up in the mitten until next season.
]]> Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:02:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167594#1167594 Michiganders where you at- : Okay, last call, who's going... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167285#1167285 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/07/2012 at 5:31pm

Okay, last call, who's going to northern MI Friday or Saturday?  I'll be at Crystal on Friday, Caberfae on Saturday.  Let me know, maybe we can meet up and have a beer.]]> Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:31:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167285#1167285 Michiganders where you at- : It was a good day @ pine knob... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167267#1167267 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/07/2012 at 4:43pm

It was a good day @ pine knob yesterday.  I ended up with a really nice bruise on my leg and a jammed finger.  My buddy has a knee the size of a softball (told him to stop speed checkin' going into that kicker).  Other than that though, the snow was sloppy, features we all still out.  Looks like the downstate season will be done within a week though.   Damn spring!!!!

The only reason I could ever see me going to Florida is to surf.  Other than that it's too many old people and too damn hot.Smile]]> Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:43:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1167267#1167267 Michiganders where you at- : you guys make me wish i had a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166636#1166636 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2012 at 7:50pm

you guys make me wish i had a normal job lol, i wanna play hookie and i cant, but id rather use my time i DO get off to go to chicago or Florida with my buddies]]> Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:50:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166636#1166636 Michiganders where you at- : Just take a really long lunch,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166631#1166631 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2012 at 7:33pm

Just take a really long lunch, like from 10:30-1:30LOL]]> Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:33:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166631#1166631 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720Pine... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166399#1166399 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2012 at 7:53am

Originally posted by snowj720

Pine Knob tommrow (day session $20) if anyone wants to play hookey.  Looks like we're in the last few days of the season locally.  Maybe only a couple more weeks in the north country too (supposed to hit 50 up there by the end of the weekCry)

Don't tempt me, I'm already pushing my luck at work with taking days off.  I've used several vaca-days for January (Boyne Highlands), February (Shanty/Schuss) and I'm taking Friday off to hit Crystal Mtn and Caberfae Peaks (Saturday).  And I'm taking a week off in April for Breckenridge.  
]]> Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:53:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166399#1166399 Michiganders where you at- : Pine Knob tommrow (day session... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166397#1166397 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2012 at 7:46am

Pine Knob tommrow (day session $20) if anyone wants to play hookey.  Looks like we're in the last few days of the season locally.  Maybe only a couple more weeks in the north country too (supposed to hit 50 up there by the end of the weekCry)

]]> Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:46:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166397#1166397 Michiganders where you at- : DAAAAMMMNNNN, I thought the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166238#1166238 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2012 at 4:39pm

DAAAAMMMNNNN, I thought the trees looked heavy with snow.  Looks like some branches need to be cut out the way to use the tub.  Oh the troubles of living in a winter wonderland.]]> Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:39:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166238#1166238 Michiganders where you at- : The tub is good post long day... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166043#1166043 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 6:26pm

The tub is good post long day of riding, but yeah the snow split that tree and it's on the tub right now]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:26:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166043#1166043 Michiganders where you at- : HOLY SPIT!!!! Did anyone see... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166025#1166025 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 4:53pm

HOLY SPIT!!!!  Did anyone see what Bohemia got this past week?  I didn't know they were supposed to get this much.
 
]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 16:53:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166025#1166025 Michiganders where you at- : Bummer chips. I mean, it's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166023#1166023 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 4:32pm

Bummer chips.  I mean, it's cool you guys are busy (as far as business goes), but rough when you've got a snow addiction.  That picture looks like heaven, soak in a tub after a rough day on the hill with all that snow around you.....damn that looks good.  ]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 16:32:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166023#1166023 Michiganders where you at- : So jealous of the 12 inch dump,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166020#1166020 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 4:10pm

So jealous of the 12 inch dump, wish we could get that on the other side of the lake.]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 16:10:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166020#1166020 Michiganders where you at- : Here's Boyne today. Yeah... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166002#1166002 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 1:57pm




Here's Boyne today.

Yeah I am a boss but my boss aka my dad has been riding me like a government mule to get stuff done. Winter time is our busiest time of year and we do a lot for ford. My dads been there maybe 4-5 days in the past three weeks he's been traveling to help customers. So I get stuck working all the time]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 13:57:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1166002#1166002 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 That... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165988#1165988 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 1:04pm

Originally posted by snowj720

That sucks!  It's your families business though right?  So that sorta makes you the boss (or one of them), just take off and play- like a Boss!LOL  Responsiblity sucks doesn't it?   At least when it's winter.  I need to tell the chic that schedules me that next winter she ain't going to see me much.  I don't get vacation days and that sucks, but at the same time I start losing sanity when I no get to play in the snow.Wacko
]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 13:04:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165988#1165988 Michiganders where you at- : That sucks! It's your... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165987#1165987 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2012 at 1:04pm

That sucks!  It's your families business though right?  So that sorta makes you the boss (or one of them), just take off and play- like Boss!LOL  Responsiblity sucks doesn't it?   At least when it's winter.  I need to tell the chic that schedules me that next winter she ain't going to see me much.  I don't get vacation days and that sucks, but at the same time I start losing sanity when I no get to play in the snow.Wacko]]> Sat, 03 Mar 2012 13:04:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165987#1165987 Michiganders where you at- : Truth be told I'm a slave... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165798#1165798 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 4:30pm

Truth be told I'm a slave to work. I had 50 hours in as of 5pm tonight and I work tomorrow which ruins any chance of boarding]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:30:35 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165798#1165798 Michiganders where you at- : Hey, chips is oddly quiet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165786#1165786 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 3:43pm

Hey, chips is oddly quiet about this storm.  Someone should get their arse up to they mommas and get some of that pow.Smile]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:43:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165786#1165786 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559Holy... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165784#1165784 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 3:41pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Holy Crap!!!!!!  THey upped the snow predicted total overnight tonight!!!!!
10-15'' forecasted for Cab.  15''-20'' forecasted for the Boyne Resorts, Shanty Creek and Nubs overnight!!!  Pow Day on Sat in MI!  Go get some this weekend!!!!!!! Clap Big smileStar
 
Hells yeah!!!  Wish I could get up this weekend, I hope they have some of that good stuff hidden in the woods when I get up there in a week.  Damn I have some bad timing. 
]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:41:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165784#1165784 Michiganders where you at- : According to Cab's web site... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165735#1165735 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 11:46am

According to Cab's web site I have the wrong date for $9 Lift ticket Friday, it's on 3/17, not 3/10.

Somewhere else on this thing called the interwebz I could swear I read 3/10 is $9 lift Ticket Friday...  not sure if my eyesight is faltering or my mind.
]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:46:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165735#1165735 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165726#1165726 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 11:19am

Originally posted by ctoma

^ That's not a good review of Crystal...  Since we are going for 2 days instead of 3 we're trying to be somewhat selective keeping in mind we already used the White-Gold cards for Boyne Highlands, Nubs Nob and Boyne Mountain.  My buddy has not been to Caberfae and I like the runs at Cab, so that's a definite stop for us.  From there it's either Schuss (I was there last week) or Crystal (never been) so we picked Crystal.  I guess we'll see for ourselves if it lives up to the lofty expectations you have set for us Wink.

The only other options are much smaller such as Treetops and places I have never heard of like Hickory Hills and Mt. Holiday.  Am I leaving out any other northern MI hills?  Ostego Club is not part of the White-Gold card, so that's not an option.


Hahaha! yeah I tried to make it sounds as BAD as possible so when U get there... it's better than I described.. so U aren't bummed. 
I have never been to Holiday or Tree tops.  Hickory hills I have never ridden... But, I have played a lot of disc golf there.. and the course is right on the slopes and in the trees off the sides of the runs.  It's all rope tows.. but looks like it could be really fun! I have a buddy who rides it sometimes.. usually hikes it for a few runs and calls it good. He says it's fun.. but IDK how he rides.. he's a disc golf buddy, never went riding w/ him..   It could def be fun if U don't mind rope tows!
]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:19:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165726#1165726 Michiganders where you at- : Holy Crap!!!!!! THey upped the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165723#1165723 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 11:12am

Holy Crap!!!!!!  THey upped the snow predicted total overnight tonight!!!!!
10-15'' forecasted for Cab.  15''-20'' forecasted for the Boyne Resorts, Shanty Creek and Nubs overnight!!!  Pow Day on Sat in MI!  Go get some this weekend!!!!!!! Clap Big smileStar
]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:12:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165723#1165723 Michiganders where you at- : ^ That's not a good review... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165720#1165720 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 11:08am

^ That's not a good review of Crystal...  Since we are going for 2 days instead of 3 we're trying to be somewhat selective keeping in mind we already used the White-Gold cards for Boyne Highlands, Nubs Nob and Boyne Mountain.  My buddy has not been to Caberfae and I like the runs at Cab, so that's a definite stop for us.  From there it's either Schuss (I was there last week) or Crystal (never been) so we picked Crystal.  I guess we'll see for ourselves if it lives up to the lofty expectations you have set for us Wink.

The only other options are much smaller such as Treetops and places I have never heard of like Hickory Hills and Mt. Holiday.  Am I leaving out any other northern MI hills?  Ostego Club is not part of the White-Gold card, so that's not an option.
]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:08:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165720#1165720 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaI'm... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165715#1165715 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 10:58am

Originally posted by ctoma

I'm looking into a 2 day White-Gold Card trip to Crystal Mtn. and Caberfae Peaks 3/9-3/10.  Crystal on Friday because my buddy and I have never been riding there and Caberfae on Saturday since Friday is their $9 lift ticket day and the place will be sweaty-nuts-crowded.  Anyone plan on heading north either of those days?


I will be at Cab prob both days. Night riding at Cab is the best.. the crowds clear out after 5. The $9 lift tix Fridays at Cab aren't that bad.  I'd rather deal w/ that than ALL the newbs and little skier kids doing 'pizza' down the entire run at Cab on Sat during the day...   Crystal is even worse on the weekends, IMO.   I can't stand that place... short, flat runs..smashed together... crowds.. D-bag rich skiers.. crappy terrain (besides the one tree run) I'll prob never go there again.  Like a dressed up down state resort.  Small vertical...  Not good IMO.

 


]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:58:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165715#1165715 Michiganders where you at- : I'm looking into a 2 day... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165709#1165709 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2012 at 10:34am

I'm looking into a 2 day White-Gold Card trip to Crystal Mtn. and Caberfae Peaks 3/9-3/10.  Crystal on Friday because my buddy and I have never been riding there and Caberfae on Saturday since Friday is their $9 lift ticket day and the place will be sweaty-nuts-crowded.  Anyone plan on heading north either of those days?]]> Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:34:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165709#1165709 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, another round is supposed... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165509#1165509 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/01/2012 at 4:29pm

Yeah, another round is supposed to blow through the area this weekend.  7-10" on Friday alone at Boyne Mt. predicted, and a good chance of more over the following couple of days.  We're trying to make a trip to the mountain next Friday.  I'm worried because they're calling for a warm up and rain Tues-Thurs., Got my fingers crossed it turns to snow, I'd really like another day in the woods.
 
 
]]> Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:29:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165509#1165509 Michiganders where you at- : ahhhh yeah! Sounds awesome! So,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165202#1165202 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/29/2012 at 6:46pm

ahhhh yeah!  Sounds awesome! 
So, it's looking like maybe Shanty Creek is the move to make.. esp with $10 lift tix w/ my Cab season pass.
Who knows where I will end up though.. haha!  It will be fun anywhere up north tomorrow!
Sat and Sunday should be good too!  And Monday! 

]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:46:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165202#1165202 Michiganders where you at- : Boyne Highlands was the shiz.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165197#1165197 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/29/2012 at 6:29pm

Boyne Highlands was the shiz.  Snowed super hard until about lunch time.  About 4-6" (hard to tell with that wind) fell and man was it a blast.  Hard to say who got the most, when we got back to my folks (at Higgins) they had about 6+ of new stuff from the storm.   Sucked having to come home from that to rain.  I drove in rain, sleet, snow, and dense fog today.....gotta luv MIBig smile]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:29:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165197#1165197 Michiganders where you at- : Glad U are having fun up north!I'm... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165136#1165136 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/29/2012 at 2:54pm

Glad U are having fun up north!
I'm hitting either Shanty Creek or Cab tomorrow, depending on which spot gets more snow.  Somewhere between 2'' and 5'' seems to be the forecast. Hopefully it's more! Big smile

This weekend is looking good up north!  Not sure where I will be riding this weekend. I might just go to the most snow!
]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:54:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1165136#1165136 Michiganders where you at- : Nub's was good. Park... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164866#1164866 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/28/2012 at 7:10pm

Nub's was good.  Park features seemed too tight together, just not good flow.   They have a hot step up line, maybe on a good day I would have tried them, but opted for the smaller kicker and hips.  I'm really bummed, they used to have a 18' half, and said they'd be improving the smaller half this year (since they got rid of the 18), but they didn't have a have even a 1/4. 
Snow was icey, but that was cool cuz it made it nice and fast.  
Now for a day at the highlands tommrow.  Supposed to be some snow moving into the area tonight, but it looks like it's not really until tommrow.  Our drive home is going to be a little longer it sounds like. 
]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:10:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164866#1164866 Michiganders where you at- : Not going to be able to make it... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164480#1164480 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/27/2012 at 6:33pm

Not going to be able to make it up to Nubs manana.  But, have a blast! Give us a snow report from Nubs plz!]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:33:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164480#1164480 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, Marhar had a demo at... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164246#1164246 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/27/2012 at 7:43am

Yeah, Marhar had a demo at Mt. Holly a week ago or so.  I couldn't make it.  I was super bummed cause I'd really like to try one out.  They had a rail jam in downtown GR a few weeks ago too.  Don't think there were demo boards, but they put the thing on.
 
We'll be at Nubs fo sho tommrow.  I'll probably be in a black soft shell, brown pants, brown boots, riding my black Ride Dose in the moring and probably my brown Malolo the after lunchtime.  I'll keep an eye out for you Mike.  I can't believe you've never hit Nubs.  It's a lot of fun.  Better with lots of snow in the glades, but fun no matter.
]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 07:43:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164246#1164246 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was super fun AGAIN today!!!Marhar... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164156#1164156 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/26/2012 at 9:48pm

Cab was super fun AGAIN today!!!
Marhar had a demo.  I didn't get to try one out becuz everything in my size range was out on the slopes.  They are based out of GR, so they said to swing buy the factory and I could grab a board or 2 and take them out for the day.  So, I'm going to hit them up on that.
Also, I talked w/ them about possibly doing an artist edition graphic or other graphics.  Hopefully we can work something out.  The 2 guys I talked to seemed cool. They are in there mid 20's or so I would say.  I'll let ya know how the boards are.

More snow coming this week! Big smile

]]> Sun, 26 Feb 2012 21:48:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1164156#1164156 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah we got some snow. really... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163862#1163862 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/25/2012 at 8:14pm

Yeah we got some snow. really wet and sloppy at 1st esp. It condensed into about 3'' now.


sorry ctoma... I couldn't get any of my friends to go north w/ me.  Hitting the Marhar demo at Cab tomorrow.  I'm going to talk to them about doing some graphics or an artist edition graphic.


I might make it to Nubs on Tues if I can get my friend to go.  All these years riding and I still have never been there.... 

]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:14:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163862#1163862 Michiganders where you at- : Nice, wish I could have done... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163785#1163785 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/25/2012 at 12:40pm

Nice, wish I could have done a Schuss stay.  I'm going to have to settle w/ a Nubs/Highlands breeze through in a few days.
You still hitting Nubs Tuesday Mike? I'm there for sure, don't know what I'll be wearing yet, but you won't be able to miss my helmet/goggles combo.
 
I know it's short notice, but it looks like the Hood Lab will be open from 5:30-9ish? tonight if any of you kids wants to ride the yard tonight.
 
 
]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:40:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163785#1163785 Michiganders where you at- : The snow at Schuss was really... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163734#1163734 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/25/2012 at 7:51am

The snow at Schuss was really good, too.  I was there Wed - Fri (looking for MikeD and his buddies...) and we had fresh snow each day.]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 07:51:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163734#1163734 Michiganders where you at- : Heard you guys got a bunch... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163709#1163709 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/25/2012 at 2:22am

Heard you guys got a bunch in GR too Mike, damn I'm on the wrong side of the state.]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 02:22:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163709#1163709 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was awesome today! (Friday)They... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163692#1163692 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/24/2012 at 10:44pm

Cab was awesome today! (Friday)
They claimed 2'' overnight, by the time I got there (around 4:15) there was atleast 4''.  It's snowed hard about 95% of the time I was there (4:15-10)  It was dumping as I left!  Chance for 3-5 tonight and tomorrow.. possibly more!
Hope everyone has a fun weekend!
]]> Fri, 24 Feb 2012 22:44:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163692#1163692 Michiganders where you at- : checked his stuff out, wish he... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163348#1163348 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/23/2012 at 7:41pm

checked his stuff out, wish he had more of his work up.  looks good though.  i didnt see any color stuff and thats what im really looking for]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:41:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163348#1163348 Michiganders where you at- : Where's this snow already?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163344#1163344 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/23/2012 at 7:31pm

Where's this snow already?  I've been dancing around in circles with long underwear on my head for hoursLOL   We deserve a real winter event in this area before the end of winter, I want a snow day.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:31:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163344#1163344 Michiganders where you at- : here's the guy chips-... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163279#1163279 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/23/2012 at 5:04pm

here's the guy chips- https://www.facebook.com/#!/crybaby1977   he's something else, but he does good work.
 
If we get this snow I think I'm going to Pine Knob tommrow morning.  Anyone plays hooky gimme a holler.  
]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:04:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163279#1163279 Michiganders where you at- : snowstorm warning! 3-5 inches... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163149#1163149 Author: endeaveri
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/23/2012 at 12:21pm

snowstorm warning!  3-5 inches tonight and 1-3 inches tomorrow. It's about time.]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:21:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1163149#1163149 Michiganders where you at- : I hear ya Chips.. I'm fighting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162974#1162974 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 8:42pm

I hear ya Chips.. I'm fighting the bummed feeling as much as I can!  Trying to get $ together to go see my friends in CO and ride.   That's keeping the stoke going.
Hopefully the snow the next few days will make it good for the next week.. and hopefully more snow Big smile  
]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:42:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162974#1162974 Michiganders where you at- : Hey snowj I can't find the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162967#1162967 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 8:06pm

Hey snowj I can't find the guy. Can you give me a link?]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:06:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162967#1162967 Michiganders where you at- : Oh and I finally have the weekend... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162636#1162636 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 9:20am

Oh and I finally have the weekend off so I can do stuff for sure]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:20:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162636#1162636 Michiganders where you at- : I'll look him up. I was tattooing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162630#1162630 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 9:16am

I'll look him up. I was tattooing for a bit on the side so I know the works a little bit. But I'm super picky now on who I let ink me lol. I'm pissed the guy who started my one sleeve well half sleeve moved before our second session. So I gotta find someone to do my color portion. And that person has to be sick! I might have mark heggie from big top tattoo do my color. Look that guy up he's sick and the girl I used to date knows him and can hook me up.]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:16:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162630#1162630 Michiganders where you at- : I got a guy that can tat you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162608#1162608 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 8:42am

I got a guy that can tat you up.  It's my buds bro-in-law.  He rides with us once and a while.  He's goofy, but he can tat like no other.  I dig his work.  Look for him on facebook (if ya got one) I think he's going by the name "so inked up" right now or maybe "crybaby nic", he's got some pics up there. 
Yeah, it's been hard to get going this season.  Work, money, time, bad weather, ppl's schedules, etc. all seem to make it tough.  Usually I at least get out back a couple dozen times, but this season didn't let me do all that.  Sounds like we might get a little snow this weekend.  If you've got time holla.  I work until 3 Sat/Sunday, but I'll ride out back one or both of those days if rider turnout demands the Lab be open.  I know it's not the thrill of a real hill, but it does give you a little fix. 
And/Or, you could play hooky from work one of these days.  I'm at Nubs/Highlands this week and now thinking about going back the following for maybe nubs/shanty.  Or at least something local. 
]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:42:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162608#1162608 Michiganders where you at- : I've come to feel that my... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162581#1162581 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 7:52am

I've come to feel that my season has been aborted guys! Between working most weekends and this piss poor weather, I'm just not as stoked as I was around Christmas. It's depressing. Bought a ton of new stuff and for what??? Lol. Anywho I guess I just need something to boost my mood towards it.


On another note, anyone going to the tattoo expo this weekend at the ren cen??? I'm going Saturday and I heard that you can do a 3 hour session for $100. So I may start my other sleeve :)]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:52:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162581#1162581 Michiganders where you at- : Hells yeah. Riding switch... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162565#1162565 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/22/2012 at 6:54am

Hells yeah.  Riding switch is a trick in itself.  It's one thing I don't think I do enough of.  I'm always telling a couple of buddies to ride it more often cuz it'll help with their tricks and all around riding. 
For sure let me know if you'll be at Nubs.  I think it's just going to be me and my girl.  Maybe a buddy, but he's one of the guys that bailed on the Bo trip. 
I'm really looking forward to Nubs, it looks like they've upped the park in the last few years in a great way.  Hoping they improved the sbx course as well.
]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:54:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162565#1162565 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 To... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162411#1162411 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/21/2012 at 4:42pm

Originally posted by snowj720

To be in the same sentence as Mountain makes me feel pretty good.  I wanted that plant sooooo bad.  First one ever for me. Big smile  The weather may have been crap this winter, but I've learned a few new tricks, so all hasn't been lost.
 
Yeah, the up north forecast is looking good.  I'm super stoked about that.  Hopefully I'll be on a powdery Nubs and Highlands early next week.  With any luck we'll still milk 4-6 weeks out of this season yet.


It was a sick foot plant!
I agree w/ the weather being crap.. but I have learned a few things too becuz the conditions haven't been the greatest. best of all I can ride switch now (not great, but can do blue runs). So, that has been something that has me stoked to ride even if the conditions aren't the best.

I might hit nubs next Tues and use a BOGO Shell voucher.  If there is some good snow up there I may have to meet up w/ you!
]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:42:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162411#1162411 Michiganders where you at- : To be in the same sentence... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162399#1162399 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/21/2012 at 4:28pm

To be in the same sentence as Mountain makes me feel pretty good.  I wanted that plant sooooo bad.  First one ever for me. Big smile  The weather may have been crap this winter, but I've learned a few new tricks, so all hasn't been lost.
 
Yeah, the up north forecast is looking good.  I'm super stoked about that.  Hopefully I'll be on a powdery Nubs and Highlands early next week.  With any luck we'll still milk 4-6 weeks out of this season yet.
]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:28:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162399#1162399 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomasnowj... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162125#1162125 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/20/2012 at 8:19pm

Originally posted by ctoma

snowj - Nice foot plant, reminds me of Mike McGill back in the 80's... or was it Lance Mountain?  I don't remember but one of those guys used to stretch out foot plants like no one else.

MikeD - The Weather Channel's 10 day forecast calls for snow showers 7 of the 10 days (based on Bellaire, MI).  Harbor Springs calls for snow showers 8 of the 10 days.  Things are finally starting to shape up.


Lance Mountain!  Great call ctoma!  That was def 'Lance Mountainesque'
He still does them! i caught some deal about him.. maybe a 1st hand... on FuelTV this past summer.
]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:19:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162125#1162125 Michiganders where you at- : snowj - Nice foot plant, reminds... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162070#1162070 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/20/2012 at 5:54pm

snowj - Nice foot plant, reminds me of Mike McGill back in the 80's... or was it Lance Mountain?  I don't remember but one of those guys used to stretch out foot plants like no one else.

MikeD - The Weather Channel's 10 day forecast calls for snow showers 7 of the 10 days (based on Bellaire, MI).  Harbor Springs calls for snow showers 8 of the 10 days.  Things are finally starting to shape up.
]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:54:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162070#1162070 Michiganders where you at- : the 10 day looks the best it has... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162048#1162048 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/20/2012 at 4:58pm

the 10 day looks the best it has looked all season!  hopefully all this snow happens! 
fingers crossed for a real pow day! Big smile Clap
]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:58:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1162048#1162048 Michiganders where you at- : Tried to make snow last... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161907#1161907 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/20/2012 at 10:22am

Tried to make snow last night, got a crapped out compressor which made me ice.  If it ain't one thing......
But, at least I got my first plant yesterday.  Which being an old man made me happy I was able to do.  Anyhow, this sums up half my session yesterday.
 
http://youtu.be/3VIJnuye3y8
]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:22:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161907#1161907 Michiganders where you at- : I rode for a while, it was... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161718#1161718 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/19/2012 at 5:18pm

I rode for a while, it was harder packed than I thought.  Pretty sore after too many times to get this one.]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:18:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161718#1161718 Michiganders where you at- : bout to do this in about... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161624#1161624 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/19/2012 at 12:04pm

bout to do this in about an hour....maybe.  Probably ride for a couple hours (energy dependant).  It looks okay out there, some hard pack, but it's enough for some fun.  Looks like we're going to see 50 this week, so this will be the last of "prime" conditions for around here (unless a miracle happens).
 
Thinking about maybe trying to ride Tuesday or Thursday afternoon/evenings.  Those warm days can be fun back there.
]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:04:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161624#1161624 Michiganders where you at- : Hit me up if you plan to shred... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161610#1161610 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/19/2012 at 11:13am

Hit me up if you plan to shred]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:13:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161610#1161610 Michiganders where you at- : awww shucks thanks Our yard... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161415#1161415 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/18/2012 at 1:58pm

awww shucks thanksEmbarrassed   Our yard is okay when I look at what some people do with their yards.  But most of them have what we lack- space, natural snow, and sometimes even a hill. 
 
This guy has the bomb backyard setup and the video even mentions Brighton, MI-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSZ3ozlTX2M
]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:58:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161415#1161415 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I'm... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161402#1161402 Author: gunda pickle
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/18/2012 at 12:41pm

Originally posted by snowj720



I'm about to fire up the gun right now to build the wall approach back up.  I'm thinking maybe an afternoon sesh tommrow when I get off work.  Maybe like 3:30ish.  Come on by man.  You've got to check it out before the weather shits on our paradeLOL  It does still look good back there though.  Little crunchy after that warm up, but that just makes the snow fasterThumbs Up


That backyard is amazing! ]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:41:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161402#1161402 Michiganders where you at- : I'm about to fire up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161398#1161398 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/18/2012 at 12:12pm

I'm about to fire up the gun right now to build the wall approach back up.  I'm thinking maybe an afternoon sesh tommrow when I get off work.  Maybe like 3:30ish.  Come on by man.  You've got to check it out before the weather shits on our paradeLOL  It does still look good back there though.  Little crunchy after that warm up, but that just makes the snow fasterThumbs Up]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:12:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161398#1161398 Michiganders where you at- : Nice pics mike! Snowj is the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161365#1161365 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/18/2012 at 9:02am

Nice pics mike!

Snowj is the lab gonna be open this weekend?]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09:02:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161365#1161365 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was super fun tonight!! heavy... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161296#1161296 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/17/2012 at 10:00pm

Cab was super fun tonight!! heavy snow fell a few times.. 1-2'' ish.  It basically snowed from 5-10pm.  Looks like everything north got some good snow! not a ton.. but enough to make it good and fun!]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 22:00:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161296#1161296 Michiganders where you at- : ha, the forecast for the north... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161175#1161175 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/17/2012 at 2:29pm

ha, the forecast for the north has changed, doesn't look like significant snowfall, but at least it's not going to be rain up there.]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:29:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1161175#1161175 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, changed a bit, still... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160908#1160908 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 8:09pm

Yeah, changed a bit, still calling for a warm up next week, but I've got my fingers crossed for snow.  I hope they get nailed up there, still haven't gotten my powder fix this season yet.
 
Nice pics Mike.  Looks like you guys had some nice skies and good times. 
]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:09:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160908#1160908 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Wish... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160870#1160870 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 5:47pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Wish I could get to anywhere this weekend.  I'm the A-hole that has to work every freakin' weekend.  We're hitting Nubs the 28th, Boyne Highlands the 29th.  Using those shell passes up.  If anyone is thinking about playing hooky either of those days (and driving a million miles) holla.
 
Looking warm in the north this upcoming week.  Even rain.  Up at boyne they're supposed to get rain tonight and it's going to be a low of 29.  Really gross.  This has been the winter that never was.  We better get an epic winter next year. 


Looks like the forecast changed. I'm seeing a lot of, am show showers, few snow showers and flurries in the forecast for Cab to Boyne Mt this weekend and next week! Big smile  *weather.com and accuweather.com*   Looks like low to mid 30s.  And rain/ snow maybe tues... hoping it's only snow!

Hopefully that ups to snow, snow, snow, snow, snow!!!
]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:47:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160870#1160870 Michiganders where you at- : Upon request, here are a few pics... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160862#1160862 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 5:23pm

Upon request, here are a few pics from PowPowPalooza #3:


Sunset over Mt Bohemia





Inside the "Mega Yurt"




All of the boarders at PPP3 (minus me)- 2 screen caps 'photoshoped' together




Jaylen (age 10)  Ollie over a bush on the Ghost Trail on the way to the Outer Limits_ *Jaylen Shreds*Big smile




Jaylen's Indy on the Bear's Den




Jaylen later that run down the Bear's Den...... Star



Lift Shot






Ming's Indy





Your boy MikeD in the Haunted ValleyBig smile






One of my favorite sections of the Outer Limits








]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:23:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160862#1160862 Michiganders where you at- : Wish I could get to anywhere... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160822#1160822 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 3:24pm

Wish I could get to anywhere this weekend.  I'm the A-hole that has to work every freakin' weekend.  We're hitting Nubs the 28th, Boyne Highlands the 29th.  Using those shell passes up.  If anyone is thinking about playing hooky either of those days (and driving a million miles) holla.
 
Looking warm in the north this upcoming week.  Even rain.  Up at boyne they're supposed to get rain tonight and it's going to be a low of 29.  Really gross.  This has been the winter that never was.  We better get an epic winter next year. 
]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:24:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160822#1160822 Michiganders where you at- : Who's riding where this weekend?!?!?99%... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160760#1160760 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 2:13pm

Who's riding where this weekend?!?!?
99% chance of Cab for me.  Maybe Shanty Creek.. but most likely Cab.
We still need to figure out a Boyne Mt. meet-up or something. Somewhere we can use the shell ski free buy one get one vouchers.
]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:13:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160760#1160760 Michiganders where you at- : I'm so jealous of anyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160572#1160572 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/16/2012 at 2:21am

I'm so jealous of anyone that has an actual hill in their yard.  My little bro out in K-zoo has a gentle slope and a nice chunk of land.  I tried to talk him into building a free standing wall, but it didn't happen this year.  The wall is a lot of fun, even if I can only do a move or two on the thing this year.]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:21:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160572#1160572 Michiganders where you at- : sweet vid! Hopefully U win!The... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160534#1160534 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 9:46pm

sweet vid!  Hopefully U win!
The shed feature is really cool!
We really need to do something like that at my friend's house... his backyard is a hill.]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:46:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160534#1160534 Michiganders where you at- : aww man thats a nice video! makes... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160532#1160532 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 9:38pm

aww man thats a nice video!  makes me bummed I keep getting side tracked to come over.  I need to though!]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:38:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160532#1160532 Michiganders where you at- : Totally. Already thought that... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160473#1160473 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 6:50pm

Totally.  Already thought thatBig smile]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:50:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160473#1160473 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Thanks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160458#1160458 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 5:33pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Thanks for the heads up on it C.

You're welcome.  Just remember, if you win and the Rome team comes to your house... you have to invite me, too!
]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:33:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160458#1160458 Michiganders where you at- : dj8MtkzxUs4Nice work but... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160456#1160456 Author: mbesp
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 5:29pm

[tube]dj8MtkzxUs4[/tube]
Nice work but they already killed your audio. boo

wait if you click that link you posted it works haha. i might be doing something wrong.
]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:29:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160456#1160456 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks for the heads up on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160453#1160453 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 5:26pm

Thanks for the heads up on it C.]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:26:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160453#1160453 Michiganders where you at- : snowj - Really enjoyed your video!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160450#1160450 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 4:52pm

snowj - Really enjoyed your video!  Good luck with the contest.]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:52:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160450#1160450 Michiganders where you at- : Alright, after being a hermit... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160441#1160441 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 4:23pm

Alright, after being a hermit all day I finished my video for my entry into Rome's backyard contest.  Hopefully youtube doesn't mute the audio.  I couldn't help it though, I really like the song.  Maybe now that I'm done with this I can get my Bohemia footage together.
 
Anyhow, I probably won't win, but tell me what you think of the video anyhow.
 
www.youtube.com/user/snowj720?feature=mhee
 
[TUBE]http://www.youtube.com/user/snowj720?feature=mhee[/TUBE]
]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:23:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160441#1160441 Michiganders where you at- : thanks for all the input guys... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160422#1160422 Author: mbesp
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 3:21pm

thanks for all the input guys and that link is helpful ctoma.]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:21:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160422#1160422 Michiganders where you at- : yeah that would be sick! I know... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160415#1160415 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/15/2012 at 3:09pm

yeah that would be sick!  I know the peak U are talking about.. looks like a giant boob.  There are def a few peaks and ridges U can see from the lifts that look inviting.   ]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:09:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160415#1160415 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160036#1160036 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 4:46pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

I would love to do the Cat riding!.. I would love to spend a week in the U.P. and do the Cat riding for a day or 2 and Bohemia the rest of the time!!  Maybe we need to do a meet-up next season and do the Cat riding and Bohemia!??! Big smile
 
An extended stay in the UP would be pretty sweet.  Be pretty cool to hit Bo for a couple days and try some of the other hills up there too.  I've heard the Porkies weren't worth all the hype, but they have a nice vertical, some backcountry, and some great views.
 
I think it'd be super kewl to get some sleds and check out some stuff off the beaten path.  I know you've seen the big peak a few miles away from Bohemia Mike.  When you get to the top (from the main lift) I think it's to the east, there's that big hill in the middle of nowhere.  Between that and all the little secret spots in that area we could spend some serious time up there.
]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:46:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160036#1160036 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559My... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160034#1160034 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 4:41pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559


My friends and I might get up there that weekend!  We get $10 lift tix at Shanty Creek/ Schuss w/ our season passes at Cab every day but Sat (which is $25).  I will let U know our plans!

MikeD - Yeah, definitely let me know if you and your buddies are going to be at Shanty/Schuss one of the days I'm there (arriving late Tuesday night, I'm going to be riding Wed - Fri).
]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:41:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160034#1160034 Michiganders where you at- : I would love to do the Cat riding!..... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160018#1160018 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 3:56pm

I would love to do the Cat riding!.. I would love to spend a week in the U.P. and do the Cat riding for a day or 2 and Bohemia the rest of the time!!  Maybe we need to do a meet-up next season and do the Cat riding and Bohemia!??! Big smile]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:56:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1160018#1160018 Michiganders where you at- : making my annual UP trip this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159981#1159981 Author: BoxStomper
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 2:57pm

making my annual UP trip this weekend, Indianhead and Big Powderhorn. and if its snowing or snowed alot recently, ill probaly go to the Porkies and o some cat skiing, anyone ever done that?]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:57:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159981#1159981 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159980#1159980 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 2:54pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by snowj720

I want to say their elevation is around 600'
 
Hate to quote myself,  This elevation was in reference to Indianhead.  Guess I should clarify that.
 
I gotta agree with MikeD, It (Bohemia) is like the top 1/3 of a western mountain.  Only difference is you're not above the tree line.
 
Hey Mike, your bro still lookin' to get ride of those Hails?
 
And- Anyone going to Holly today?  Tremendous Tuesday-$20 


I'm sure he still has them!  I will contact him and get a price for U and send U a PM.. or PM me if I forget LOL



Originally posted by ctoma

Stuck at work, no chance of hitting Holly today.

Reservations confirmed at Shanty/Schuss for next week, anyone else interested?  I secured discounted rates.  Two packages available, lodging and lift ticket or lodging, lift ticket and breakfast.  Let me know, cut-off date is this Friday.

Here's a handy little chart for comparing all the hills in MI, you can thank me now or later:



My friends and I might get up there that weekend!  We get $10 lift tix at Shanty Creek/ Schuss w/ our season passes at Cab every day but Sat (which is $25).  I will let U know our plans!
]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:54:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159980#1159980 Michiganders where you at- : Cab is always good like that.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159966#1159966 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 2:31pm

Cab is always good like that.  I've never paid full price there.  I wish every hill in MI had such deals.
 
Nice work on the link there C, that chart is awesome.  There's hills on there I didn't even know existed.
 
Had a pretty rad day at Holly today.  Got to ride my Malolo the second half of the day, that thing really likes jumpsSmile  It's been a while since I've been that far off the ground.  I was actually clearing the landing for one of the jumps, it messed with me, but made me feel badass at the same time.
]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:31:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159966#1159966 Michiganders where you at- : Just got a groupon ad for caberfae.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159799#1159799 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 6:17am

Just got a groupon ad for caberfae. 21 bucks for all day pass

http://touch.groupon.com/deals/caberfae-peaks-ski-golf-resort-2?c=button&sid=11100897&s=body&utm_source=newsletter&p=1&division=detroit&date=20120214&utm_medium=email&utm_content=all-deals_detroit&utm_campaign=caberfae-peaks-ski-golf-resort-2&addxe=WklNTUUyRE1AR01BSUwuQ09N&user=88b9aba3d18f71c178cd222bee92c687f83d357578d9b4dc71a35db412d45954&mobile=true]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:17:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159799#1159799 Michiganders where you at- : Stuck at work, no chance of hitting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159795#1159795 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 6:12am

Stuck at work, no chance of hitting Holly today.

Reservations confirmed at Shanty/Schuss for next week, anyone else interested?  I secured discounted rates.  Two packages available, lodging and lift ticket or lodging, lift ticket and breakfast.  Let me know, cut-off date is this Friday.

Here's a handy little chart for comparing all the hills in MI, you can thank me now or later:

]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:12:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159795#1159795 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159781#1159781 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/14/2012 at 4:54am

Originally posted by snowj720

I want to say their elevation is around 600'
 
Hate to quote myself,  This elevation was in reference to Indianhead.  Guess I should clarify that.
 
I gotta agree with MikeD, It (Bohemia) is like the top 1/3 of a western mountain.  Only difference is you're not above the tree line.
 
Hey Mike, your bro still lookin' to get ride of those Hails?
 
And- Anyone going to Holly today?  Tremendous Tuesday-$20 
]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:54:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159781#1159781 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by mbesp Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159756#1159756 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/13/2012 at 10:34pm

Originally posted by mbesp

Originally posted by snowj720


 
My brother in law lives in southern Illinois, he likes Indianhead so much he drives hours upon hours to get up there.  He hasn't been in a few years (kids make travel tough), but he swears by that place.  I've never been, so I can't speak on it.  It looks to be similar to a boyne or nubs (though maybe a bit taller a hill).  I can say if it's anything like some of the other hills up there, it's probably got some steeps and a pretty straight park.
 
As Ctoma said, the drive to Bohemia is well worth and extra hour or two.  The most amazing hill in the mid-west.  Get up there on a pow day and you'll never want to leave.  There's no park, no snowguns, and no groomers.  It's all natural with trees and cliffs.  There are 2 blue runs, the rest are all black to triple black.  We make the 10 hour trip from the Detroit area, it's rough, but soooo worth it.

Originally posted by ctoma



If you're going to the UP you might as well continue driving north and go to Mt. Bohemia, the most extreme terrain east of the Rockies.  Ask MikeD or snowj720, they will confirm.

Info on Indianhead is readily available online:  http://www.indianheadmtn.com/




Thanks guys.  The only issue i see with going to Bohemia would be my GF isn't as strong a rider as I am and i'm not sure she would do to well there.

I had checked out there website but I am having trouble figuring out how big the place is haha.  I remember someone posted a site that compared hill stats but i can't remember what it is. 

What I'm worried is if we don't get some nice fresh snow it would be just like riding any of the smallish MN resorts we normally go to.


The vertical drop is 900 ft and more in some of the backcountry areas.  It's def not a place for newer riders.  There are 2 blue runs, one of which is just a cat track to get U back to the front side of the Mt.  The open/ non glade runs are not groomed, so if there is no fresh snow theses runs are mostly moguls.  It's a super fun place! NOT EVEN CLOSE to a typical midwest resort!! Nothing anywhere east of the Rockies compares to Mt. Bohemia  The terrain is like the top 3rd of a real Mt..... gnarly.
]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:34:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159756#1159756 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by hcsoccerfreakHitting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159360#1159360 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/13/2012 at 4:22am

Originally posted by hcsoccerfreak

Hitting up Mt. Bohemia this weekend!
 
Better start doing that snow dance now.  I don't think they've got much over the past few weeks, but...It looks like there might be some "activity" this weekend.  So you might be in luck.  Either way you'll have a blast.  Even a less than perfect day up there is better than not being there.
]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:22:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159360#1159360 Michiganders where you at- : Hitting up Mt. Bohemia this weekend!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159334#1159334 Author: hcsoccerfreak
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2012 at 11:05pm

Hitting up Mt. Bohemia this weekend!]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:05:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159334#1159334 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, we're about to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159158#1159158 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2012 at 12:50pm

Yeah, we're about to shortly.  Got a buddy coming by in a few.  Gate will be open on the east side of the house (if not the back gate too, might ride into the alley if we need it).]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:50:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159158#1159158 Michiganders where you at- : You riding still today? http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159152#1159152 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2012 at 12:38pm

You riding still today?]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:38:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159152#1159152 Michiganders where you at- : I want to say their elevation... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159144#1159144 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2012 at 12:16pm

I want to say their elevation is around 600']]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:16:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159144#1159144 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720My... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159098#1159098 Author: mbesp
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2012 at 10:50am

Originally posted by snowj720


 
My brother in law lives in southern Illinois, he likes Indianhead so much he drives hours upon hours to get up there.  He hasn't been in a few years (kids make travel tough), but he swears by that place.  I've never been, so I can't speak on it.  It looks to be similar to a boyne or nubs (though maybe a bit taller a hill).  I can say if it's anything like some of the other hills up there, it's probably got some steeps and a pretty straight park.
 
As Ctoma said, the drive to Bohemia is well worth and extra hour or two.  The most amazing hill in the mid-west.  Get up there on a pow day and you'll never want to leave.  There's no park, no snowguns, and no groomers.  It's all natural with trees and cliffs.  There are 2 blue runs, the rest are all black to triple black.  We make the 10 hour trip from the Detroit area, it's rough, but soooo worth it.

Originally posted by ctoma



If you're going to the UP you might as well continue driving north and go to Mt. Bohemia, the most extreme terrain east of the Rockies.  Ask MikeD or snowj720, they will confirm.

Info on Indianhead is readily available online:  http://www.indianheadmtn.com/




Thanks guys.  The only issue i see with going to Bohemia would be my GF isn't as strong a rider as I am and i'm not sure she would do to well there.

I had checked out there website but I am having trouble figuring out how big the place is haha.  I remember someone posted a site that compared hill stats but i can't remember what it is. 

What I'm worried is if we don't get some nice fresh snow it would be just like riding any of the smallish MN resorts we normally go to.
]]> Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:50:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1159098#1159098 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853I'll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158870#1158870 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 3:33pm

Originally posted by chips2853

I'll bring my camera tomorrow. Hope it's this sunny out tomorrow. I think my lens filters and tripod should be in today for that matter :) get some quality shots!
 
Sweet!  Conditions are the best they've ever been so this should be goodSmile
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:33:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158870#1158870 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by mbespHi... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158868#1158868 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 3:31pm

Originally posted by mbesp

Hi guys, just looking looking to see if anyone has experience going to indianhead.  Was considering driving up there first week of march and kind of curious how big the place is and what kind of terrain I would find.  Really any opinions and info would be appreciated.
 
My brother in law lives in southern Illinois, he likes Indianhead so much he drives hours upon hours to get up there.  He hasn't been in a few years (kids make travel tough), but he swears by that place.  I've never been, so I can't speak on it.  It looks to be similar to a boyne or nubs (though maybe a bit taller a hill).  I can say if it's anything like some of the other hills up there, it's probably got some steeps and a pretty straight park.
 
As Ctoma said, the drive to Bohemia is well worth and extra hour or two.  The most amazing hill in the mid-west.  Get up there on a pow day and you'll never want to leave.  There's no park, no snowguns, and no groomers.  It's all natural with trees and cliffs.  There are 2 blue runs, the rest are all black to triple black.  We make the 10 hour trip from the Detroit area, it's rough, but soooo worth it.
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:31:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158868#1158868 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by mbespHi... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158849#1158849 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 2:00pm

Originally posted by mbesp

Hi guys, just looking looking to see if anyone has experience going to indianhead.  Was considering driving up there first week of march and kind of curious how big the place is and what kind of terrain I would find.  Really any opinions and info would be appreciated.

If you're going to the UP you might as well continue driving north and go to Mt. Bohemia, the most extreme terrain east of the Rockies.  Ask MikeD or snowj720, they will confirm.

Info on Indianhead is readily available online:  http://www.indianheadmtn.com/

Indianhead trail map:  http://www.indianheadmtn.com/trail_map.php
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:00:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158849#1158849 Michiganders where you at- : Hi guys, just looking looking... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158832#1158832 Author: mbesp
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 1:20pm

Hi guys, just looking looking to see if anyone has experience going to indianhead.  Was considering driving up there first week of march and kind of curious how big the place is and what kind of terrain I would find.  Really any opinions and info would be appreciated.]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 13:20:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158832#1158832 Michiganders where you at- : I'll bring my camera tomorrow.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158822#1158822 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 12:37pm

I'll bring my camera tomorrow. Hope it's this sunny out tomorrow. I think my lens filters and tripod should be in today for that matter :) get some quality shots!]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:37:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158822#1158822 Michiganders where you at- : ^^^ The lab looks sick. you are... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158791#1158791 Author: endeaveri
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 10:44am

^^^  The lab looks sick. you are so lucky to have it...!  Handplant anyone?
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:44:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158791#1158791 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, all the areas we ride... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158763#1158763 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 8:29am

Yeah, all the areas we ride on have a foot plus, there's piles (and the kicker) that are a lot deeper (like 2-3').  A session for tommrow is in the works.  You guys are welcome to drop by anytime after 3 if you want to ride with us. 
I got out there and started grooming and digging out features.  You might be able to make out the kicker.
 Above is a pic, I call "bathroom with a view"
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:29:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158763#1158763 Michiganders where you at- : Looks sick bro! Man I kept thinking... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158753#1158753 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 7:34am

Looks sick bro!

Man I kept thinking someone was trying to get in my car again last night but had to keep remembering it was just that crazy wind! But dang you got some coverage there!]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 07:34:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158753#1158753 Michiganders where you at- : Some was leftover that survived... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158750#1158750 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 6:34am

Some was leftover that survived the last warm up.  Some is natural.  Some is me.  I got to make snow last night, the night before and one other night this week.  I'm still running the gun to try and get a thick layer on the wall ride drop in.  The wind changed on me last night and put like 2' in a spot I didn't want it, so now I have to shovel.  I guess there could be worse problemsCry
It's so damn windy out there I'm having trouble getting motivated to groom.....The park, not meLOL
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:34:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158750#1158750 Michiganders where you at- : snowj - Is that all from last... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158748#1158748 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 6:18am

snowj - Is that all from last night or were you running the snow gun, too?]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:18:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158748#1158748 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah that snow last night... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158746#1158746 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/11/2012 at 6:10am

Yeah that snow last night really helped the lab out, looks like a session for sure sunday around 3ish.
 
I'm going to have to dig out around here before we can ride thoughBig smile
]]> Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:10:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158746#1158746 Michiganders where you at- : @snowj720 - At least its gonna... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158396#1158396 Author: endeaveri
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/10/2012 at 6:08am

@snowj720 -  At least its gonna snow today, tomorrow.  I heard somewhere 3 inches. May not enough considering the summer weather in Michigan.  ]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:08:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158396#1158396 Michiganders where you at- : @chips- I'll keep you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158203#1158203 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/09/2012 at 4:23pm

@chips- I'll keep you updated then.  I just got the gun set back up.  I didn't think I was going to be able to, the adapter to my pressure washer broke and without a car I wasn't going to be able to find a new one tonight.  Then I decided to comb through some of my odds and ends and found a way to make it work, at least for now.
 
@endeaveri- Downstate hills are open, but probably icey with all the summer weather we've been getting.  The northern spots are in great shape, not nearly as much natural as usual, but they're all open and looking good.
]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:23:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158203#1158203 Michiganders where you at- : how's snow condish. in Alpine... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158195#1158195 Author: endeaveri
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Posted: Feb/09/2012 at 3:45pm

how's snow condish. in Alpine Valley?  Or Boyne mt or highlands?]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:45:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158195#1158195 Michiganders where you at- : I think i know someone who might... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158192#1158192 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/09/2012 at 3:36pm

I think i know someone who might want to swing by :)]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:36:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158192#1158192 Michiganders where you at- : My starter shit the bed when... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158141#1158141 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/09/2012 at 1:28pm

My starter shit the bed when I got off work, sooooo glad this did not happen in the U.P.
Looks like I won't be going anywhere for a few days.  With any luck though the snow will be flying over here and I have saturday off, might have to do a little riding in the lab before my evening plans.
 
I'll update the snow report if anyone might want to ride an early session Saturday.
]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:28:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1158141#1158141 Michiganders where you at- : @ MikeD- can you pm me pics... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157707#1157707 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/08/2012 at 1:25pm

@ MikeD- can you pm me pics of the boots?  Any idea how much he wants for 'em?]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:25:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157707#1157707 Michiganders where you at- : The hails are a great mid flexing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157532#1157532 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/08/2012 at 6:24am

The hails are a great mid flexing boot. Definitely not too stiff, or super soft like the freestyles I once had. Since I went with the hails it's all I've rode and I'm on my third pair and think they're the 2010 ones as well.

Here's a pic of the ones I have



Love em]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:24:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157532#1157532 Michiganders where you at- : What kind of flex do those... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157519#1157519 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/08/2012 at 5:08am

What kind of flex do those Hails have?  They claim to be a mid-flex, that right?  That's what I'm looking for.  How much does your bro want for them Mike?  If the price is right I'd be interested for sure. 
 
 
Mash tater snow, that sounds about like what we had.  Fast first thing, much softer around 11ish.  I personally uncovered many a root and rock.  Ended up on a cliff by mistake, but the view was amazing.LOL
]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:08:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157519#1157519 Michiganders where you at- : SNOWJ GET THOSE BOOOOOOOTS!!!!!!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157320#1157320 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 3:34pm

SNOWJ GET THOSE BOOOOOOOTS!!!!!!  Its what I ride and they are so amazingly comfortable! They are soft and warm.  And have airpockets like nikes do]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:34:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157320#1157320 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I'd... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157312#1157312 Author: MikeD13559
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 3:26pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I'd actually thought about the sierra crew, that was one of the first ones that came to mind.  A bit lower price than the burton options, though I am diggin' the ICS.  It'll be a while before I can get one anyhow.  I need some boots.  Not just one, but possibly two pair.  My beloved forums are getting boned out and come to find at Bohemia my K2's are uncomfortable as hell.  I think I only wore those like once before, I don't know how I didn't notice they sucked back then.


My brother is getting rid of his size 13 2010 Burton Hails.  They can't have more than 15 days on them at most... he lives in royal oak.  In case U need a quick, inexpensive fix.
]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:26:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157312#1157312 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I'd... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157300#1157300 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 3:07pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I'd actually thought about the sierra crew, that was one of the first ones that came to mind.  A bit lower price than the burton options, though I am diggin' the ICS.  It'll be a while before I can get one anyhow.  I need some boots.  Not just one, but possibly two pair.  My beloved forums are getting boned out and come to find at Bohemia my K2's are uncomfortable as hell.  I think I only wore those like once before, I don't know how I didn't notice they sucked back then.

youd love the regular crew!  its the same as my old burton custom that i said i loved so much! 

I always check the classifieds on here lol always a good deal.
]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:07:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157300#1157300 Michiganders where you at- : Bohemia was awesome! The snow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157288#1157288 Author: MikeD13559
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 2:57pm

Bohemia was awesome! The snow was soft after 11 basically. had a poor man's pow day on Sunday on some mashed tater like snow.  It was super fun!  had to watch out for rocks, roots and stumps.  The entire crew we had was super cool.  No run-ins w/ da popo. 
Looks like this coming weekend is going to be snowy Big smile

]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:57:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157288#1157288 Michiganders where you at- : I'd actually thought... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157256#1157256 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 2:32pm

I'd actually thought about the sierra crew, that was one of the first ones that came to mind.  A bit lower price than the burton options, though I am diggin' the ICS.  It'll be a while before I can get one anyhow.  I need some boots.  Not just one, but possibly two pair.  My beloved forums are getting boned out and come to find at Bohemia my K2's are uncomfortable as hell.  I think I only wore those like once before, I don't know how I didn't notice they sucked back then.]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:32:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157256#1157256 Michiganders where you at- : Try and find a X8 bro! It's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157214#1157214 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 1:16pm

Try and find a X8 bro! It's so much fun. That or a used custom. My custom was my favorite board till I rode my x8. But the custom is tried and true! All mtn slayer.

That or go with a big Sierra crew or RC!]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:16:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157214#1157214 Michiganders where you at- : I've got to edit some... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157209#1157209 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 1:08pm

I've got to edit some other stuff I've been  dragging my feet about, but hopefully by the end of the week I'll have something together.  I actually should be getting to work on that stuff instead of f-in around on hereLOL  but distractions can be so much fun.
 
Oh, and I totally understand wanting another board.  I've been thinking I need to find something in a playful all mountain.  I've got a pow board, got a park board I like, I need something in between.  Maybe next season.....
 
 
@ctoma- I'd like to say I can, but I'm not sure.  I usually have to take the wife on every northern adventure I go on, so it's kind of up to her.  She's been putting in a lot of time with her yoga training and I think it's finally over around that time.  I think that's why she was thinking the following week worked for her.  If I can pull something off the week you're up there I'm there.
]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:08:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157209#1157209 Michiganders where you at- : Oh I know you're just messin... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157119#1157119 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/07/2012 at 10:23am

Oh I know you're just messin around! But damn I need to board ASAP. Conditions have been less than stellar lately and I'd love to get any riding what so ever in.

Think I might get another board as crazy as it sounds lol. More of a park stick. Yes my x8 is a park board, but it's a 58 and rides soooooo good everywhere I just don't want to destroy it. Might try and find a decent used capita indoor or horror scope if I'm lucky. Well see.

When are we gonna be seeing shots from Bo???]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:23:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1157119#1157119 Michiganders where you at- : I'm laughing close to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156672#1156672 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/06/2012 at 12:21pm

LOLLOLLOLLOLLOL   I'm laughing close to that much.
Peoples schedules are so tough to work with.  I understand your having responsibilities.  It's hard for me to schedule with my lady, let alone the guys.  I'm lucky (sort of) that with my current job I can ask off for any ride time I need.  I don't get paid for it, but I get the time off.  Except this week.  I was scheduled 3 days, two of which I asked for off for appointments.  Then I just got asked to work tommrow.  I was actually looking forward to hitting holly and just riding alone for a few hours without many ppl there.  If I'm lucky they won't end up needing me in the morning.  We'll see.
 
You know when I give you sheet for your north connection it's out of jealousy right?LOL  I hate being from this part of the state.  Not that I hate the area, it's just not the environment  that's best for me.
]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:21:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156672#1156672 Michiganders where you at- : hey now i cant help that im from... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156366#1156366 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/05/2012 at 3:40pm

hey now i cant help that im from there lol  i just wish everyone could go on weekends since i have to run a business all week long and just isnt feasible to go during the week days CryCryCry yes im cryin that much lol]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:40:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156366#1156366 Michiganders where you at- : I'm planning a trip to Shanty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156348#1156348 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Feb/05/2012 at 1:54pm

I'm planning a trip to Shanty Creek/Schuss Mtn. for my sons' school, 2/21 - 2/24.  Any chance you can spend a day riding at Schuss Mtn that week?]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:54:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156348#1156348 Michiganders where you at- : I think the wife and I are... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156342#1156342 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/05/2012 at 1:42pm

I think the wife and I are going to try to get up to bone highlands and nubs towards the end of the month.  The shell buy one get one is good tuesdays @ nubs and sun-friday at the boynes (we don't all get just the "one free" deal there chipsLOLWink).   If it's a few weeks off, can anyone take off the beginning of a week?]]> Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:42:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156342#1156342 Michiganders where you at- : Damn, I'm a fan of days... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156087#1156087 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/04/2012 at 4:12pm

Damn, I'm a fan of days since no one is there and tickets are so cheap (especially after this past week).
 
On a plus note, it looks like I'll be making snow again starting Tuesday nightBig smile
]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:12:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156087#1156087 Michiganders where you at- : i just got on here in perfect... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156048#1156048 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/04/2012 at 1:01pm

i just got on here in perfect time lol, i work tuesday, could do a night session but the AM ill be working :/]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:01:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156048#1156048 Michiganders where you at- : Thinking about hitting up Mt.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156046#1156046 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/04/2012 at 12:52pm

Thinking about hitting up Mt. Holly Tuesday, lift is only like $20 for the am session.  I know most people work Tuesdays, but I have this one off.   You work Tuesday chips?

]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:52:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1156046#1156046 Michiganders where you at- : You didn't miss out on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155751#1155751 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/03/2012 at 2:55pm

You didn't miss out on too much.  There was no pow.  So bringing my pow board was useless, wish I would have dragged my park board up with the way the snow was.  It was soft snow, but not powdery at all.  They had a warm up, then it rained a bit Tuesday night.  Plus, half the hill was closed, we didn't know that going up.  It was an adventure.  The yurt was sweet as hell.  People were pretty cool we met.  Next year I want to spend a few more days up there.  Get the season pass and do it up. 
Not sure if I'll get to ride anywhere this weekend, I'm supposed to work both days.  If it wouldn't have been 50 the  other day my yard would be going off, but damn if that warm up didn't mess with my coverage.
]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:55:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155751#1155751 Michiganders where you at- : How's the riding going? Is... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155123#1155123 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/02/2012 at 7:00am

How's the riding going? Is it deep? My Charlie is sad I'm not there lol.]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:00:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155123#1155123 Michiganders where you at- : Other than the cop, our drive... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155089#1155089 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/02/2012 at 5:31am

Other than the cop, our drive was fine.  It should have taken about 7 hours from my folks place, the cop cost us 2.5-3 hours.  We were supposed to get here at dusk, instead got here at like 10ish.   I feel so bad for my bud, he's a good guy, never hurt anyone.  If we would have thought ahead to put his stuff with my brothers stuff he would have been alright.  It's shitty because the cop said "Just be honest with me and tell me what you've got and you'll be on your way".  Lying turd.  Lied about why he pulled me over, lied about how he was going to deal with the situation.  And cops wonder why people don't like them.  I'm nothing but polite and helpful when I talk with the police.  I show them respect, why shouldn't they do the same with the people that pay their salaries?
On a good note though, this place is awesome.  Wish we would have made the call to stay up for a few days.  Next year I think a minimum of two days here.  Going to have to start planning the trip now.
]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:31:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1155089#1155089 Michiganders where you at- : Damn that's not good about... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154597#1154597 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/01/2012 at 7:13am

Damn that's not good about your buddy! Sorry to hear you're getting hassled so bad. Hopefully the riding makes up for it!

How was the drive?]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:13:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154597#1154597 Michiganders where you at- : Pulled over for having our... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154584#1154584 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Feb/01/2012 at 6:23am

Pulled over for having our boards on the car.  He said I was swerving all over like a drunk (which I wasn't), of course, that was the second reason he gave me, when he figured out that I know why he really pulled me.  The first reason he gave was that I was too far to the right in my lane, not illegal as far as I know.  He just want a reason to pull me over.  He know with boards on the car there might be something easy to make money from in the car.  Which there was.  My buddy now has a police record and is going to be about 2 grand lighter in the wallet, all because a little pot.  Fired up about this one.]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:23:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154584#1154584 Michiganders where you at- : Uh oh! Doesn't sound good... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154572#1154572 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Feb/01/2012 at 6:07am

Uh oh! Doesn't sound good lol]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:07:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154572#1154572 Michiganders where you at- : in bohemia-heaven, run in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154521#1154521 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/31/2012 at 10:41pm

in bohemia-heaven, run in with po-po, update tommrow.  State boys don't like boarders.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:41:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154521#1154521 Michiganders where you at- : http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154441#1154441 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/31/2012 at 7:12pm

]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:12:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1154441#1154441 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks guys! Heres a better pic... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153829#1153829 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/30/2012 at 2:53pm

Thanks guys!  Heres a better pic of how they came out.  Dont mind the the good up on the white straps, I didnt have them on all the way for the pic.

C, I do like my boards, that X8 is one of the best boards Ive ever had.  Its a freestyle board but given that I sized up its got freeride capability.  Flexy when I want it to, but holds a good edge at speed and hits pow (midwest pow) good.  Cant wait to smash some pow on the chuck though lol

If shanty looks like brighton Id be scared haha.  I hate brighton with a passion!  Minus the off limits part of the golf course thats usually powder.

Anyone doing any boarding this weekend that isnt going to be in the UP??  I want to do something.
]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:53:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153829#1153829 Michiganders where you at- : I like the color schemes, too,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153775#1153775 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/30/2012 at 12:18pm

I like the color schemes, too, thatsa sweet pair of boards.

Looks like the February trip (with families from my kids' school) to northern MI will be at Shanty Creek/Schuss Mtn.  Boyne and Crystal's rates were much higher (plenty of schools have the week off and the resorts are taking advantage of it).  I do not know much about Shanty/Schuss other than the lodging is nicer at Shanty, the hills are better at Schuss.  Shanty's trail map is quite small, looks like Mt. Brighton.

]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:18:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153775#1153775 Michiganders where you at- : My iPhone doesn't do the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153763#1153763 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/30/2012 at 11:39am

My iPhone doesn't do the bindings justice! I'm gonna look into swapping the highbacks foam and I might get new black toe straps for the white bindings. Think it'd look better. But I'm gonna post a better pic later.

Dude I want to go so bad up there! I might just go to Boyne though since its less than half the distance and I'll be going solo. You better take some goo video and pics!

Ps stoked for the lab!]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:39:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153763#1153763 Michiganders where you at- : I like the color scheme, looks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153752#1153752 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/30/2012 at 10:57am

I like the color scheme, looks like that's how they should have been from the get. 
 
Didn't end up riding yesterday.  Packed, pre-made some food for the trip, watched the x-games (the boarding parts and mono-ski), and just hung with the lady.  Haven't had anytime to do that lately with her schedule.  We both thought it best to save our bodies for Wed.LOL  I don't want to do something stupid out back that makes me hurt for the outback.  And with trying 270's lately, it's bound to happenDead 
 
But, I did get to make snow one night this weekend and all that natural that came down stuck to my snow, so that was cool.  It'll be next weekend at the earliest for the Lab with this spring weather about to hit again.  I'm sure most of my snow will stick around, it might get a bit icey, but we'll work around that.  As soon as it's good I'll let you know fo sho.
 
We leave for Bohemia soon, next posts from me will hopefully include mention of massive amounts of pow and beautiful steepsTongue
]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:57:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153752#1153752 Michiganders where you at- : So I took all the black parts... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153681#1153681 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/30/2012 at 6:26am



So I took all the black parts off my green forces and put them on my white ones, and all the white on the green ones till someone offers me a trade on all black forces. I think this looks pretty good. Kinda wanna swap the foam on the highbacks but I'm afraid to tear them lol. What do my fellow Michiganders think?]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:26:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153681#1153681 Michiganders where you at- : snowj howd it go today bro?put... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153587#1153587 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/29/2012 at 7:26pm

snowj howd it go today bro?

put up 290lbs for 5 today, 2 more weeks till i get the big 3-0-0! lol  But I want to swing by soon and take some snapshots and get a little ride time with your crew! 

Oh btw, got some more binders today, but the funny thing is they were mine in the first place and sold them to a buddy and he didnt even use them yet so I got my old Forces back :)  Gonna either trade for all blacks or mix parts from my frankenforces I have now.
]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:26:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153587#1153587 Michiganders where you at- : Just a heads up. They have tickets... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153572#1153572 Author: teepomonkey
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Posted: Jan/29/2012 at 6:48pm

Just a heads up. They have tickets up on liftopia for $9 lift ticket on Sunday at Caberfae!

Also, I'm hitting up Shanty Creek next week! I've never been there so I've excited!!]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:48:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153572#1153572 Michiganders where you at- : Went to caberfae friday. Wasn't... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153402#1153402 Author: chillman
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Posted: Jan/29/2012 at 9:11am

Went to caberfae friday. Wasn't to bad for being a warm week. Love my indoor. ]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:11:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153402#1153402 Michiganders where you at- : let me know bro! Im working out... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153400#1153400 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/29/2012 at 9:05am

let me know bro!  Im working out at some point, which i cant skip because i have a goal to meet on bench press lol. but ill bring the camera out.]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:05:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153400#1153400 Michiganders where you at- : Might do a little riding in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153353#1153353 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/29/2012 at 3:55am

Might do a little riding in the hood lab today......Smile]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:55:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1153353#1153353 Michiganders where you at- : The gloves were actually back... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152601#1152601 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/27/2012 at 6:08am

The gloves were actually back in my trunk under some movies and a tee shirt. Funny thing is I thought they were in my jacket for the longest time lol.

He is 100% that way. In his puppy training course there were three huge puppies and three his size. The big ones would play with the little ones and they don't know how big they are so they knock the small ones around. Well hank was the enforcer and would bark and slap them lol. He does this to y moms 115lb golden retriever. I have tons of pics of that lol but they're best friends. Funny to see hank climb up the couch and jump on my moms dogs back lol. But yeah he's perfect size, 22lbs and super fast!

Dude my friends do that all the time! I'd gladly take one of their spots if I didn't have to work :/]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:08:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152601#1152601 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Looks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152598#1152598 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/27/2012 at 5:57am

Originally posted by snowj720

Looks like Boyne is getting another round of goodies this weekend.  Possibility for another foot.  Same up at Bohemia, looking like snow all weekendBig smile  Could be a good time in the UP.
And here in SE MI, a major winter event is supposed to happen this weekend- 1-2" on Saturday.  Get your shovels out and stock up on essentials, we're going to get buried.LOL
  
Nice, keep adding snow to northern MI, the resorts need it!  Looks like we are heading up to Boyne Mtn in February (my kids' Mid-Winter Break).  Apparently a lot of schools have the week off, Boyne jacked up their rates, dammit.  I contacted Crystal, Shanty and Caberfae to get group rates and only Crystal responded (I guess business is brisk at Shanty and Caberfae since they do not need our business) which is disappointing.  We're going to have 7-10 families heading up there, granted it's not a huge group but still it's 7-10 families that otherwise would not be going north for some skiing and snowboarding.  With the crappy winter thus far in MI you would think the resorts would be happy to accommodate us...

Ha!  You know people are going to be crashing into each other on the roads after the 1-2" falls.  Still doesn't make sense to me that people forget how to drive in a little snow in MI.
]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:57:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152598#1152598 Michiganders where you at- : Looks like Boyne is getting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152593#1152593 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/27/2012 at 5:40am

Looks like Boyne is getting another round of goodies this weekend.  Possibility for another foot.  Same up at Bohemia, looking like snow all weekendBig smile  Could be a good time in the UP.
And here in SE MI, a major winter event is supposed to happen this weekend- 1-2" on Saturday.  Get your shovels out and stock up on essentials, we're going to get buried.LOL
]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:40:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152593#1152593 Michiganders where you at- : Were your gloves in the pocket... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152587#1152587 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/27/2012 at 5:10am

Were your gloves in the pocket of a jacket you hadn't worn since last season?  I found a pair of mine that way this season.
 
Does Hank have LDS? Little dog syndrome.  My moms (Peanut) is the head of the pack (4 dogs) and she's the smallest.  The small size of a jack makes them an appealing breed.  My wife has been wanting a dog forever.  I'm like, less food, smaller poops, fits in any car, I like smaller dogs now.  Boxers are pretty sweet though, never met one I didn't like.
 
The Lab doesn't look all that bad actually.  I've still got full coverage.  That huge snow helped outConfused last night.  If I could just keep what I have and get another good, cold couple of nights I could make a bunch more.  My goal is to have a minimum of a foot base and a huge pile of extra laying around.  I want to ride in March here this year.  There's a chance we'll ride back there Sunday afternoon.  It's my mommas b-day Saturday, and I work during the day.  So unless I get called off from work that day riding will have to wait until sunday.  Want one more day back there before the trip to the UP.
 
Speaking of the UP, had two people drop out (sort of 3), so now we're down to 5 for the trip. I'm so fired up at a couple of the guys.  "I can't wait, we can take my car", now one of them is giving me the "I don't have enough money, I can't do it".  He said, "It's not my fault", right, 10 months to save $150 for the trip, couldn't do that one huh?  I know two ppl that aren't getting asked on anymore trips.  I'm sooooo sick of people commiting, me making the arrangements only to get screwed on it.Angry  50 for a two night room and the lift ticket was too rich for dudes blood I guess.  The best part is, that guy wanted to go to Holly this past Tuesday, what a deek.
]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:10:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152587#1152587 Michiganders where you at- : well i was originally going to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152505#1152505 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 8:13pm

well i was originally going to get a boxer, but then i had plans to move to Chicago and all the places I checked out in my price range either were smaller or had a 35lb restriction. and Ive always liked the jack breed.  and this was the time where I was running like 10-15 miles a day.  So it made perfect sense.  Weve done a few 4 mile runs together but he sometimes wants to wander lol.  And as for smart, theyre extremely smart.  He was so easy to train.  he waits till i say ok twice to eat his food, he shakes, lays down, dances, waits at corners if we go to cross the street, just smart.  all in all good dog.  

Id like to use my camera this weekend but I have no idea what the weather is gonna be like lol.  We might get up to an inch of snow tonight, but its supposed to be 40 tomorrow so what the hell is the point lol.  hows the lab anyway?  Could do some spring-esque footage  haha.  

on a seperate note completely, found my sweet neff gloves tonight when i went to the gym, been looking all over for them since its cooled down.
]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:13:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152505#1152505 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, I like that effect.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152465#1152465 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 5:08pm

Yeah, I like that effect.  My old man has a camera of that quality.  His pics of everything he shoots turn out great.   
Hey-now HankBig smile  You prolly don't remember the larry sanders show.  I can't hear the name Hank without thinking "hey now".  I like jacks, they're full of energy.  My moms just doesn't stop.  She loved attacking the water coming out of the hose.  If no one would turn it on for her she'd do it herself.  Smart little guys.]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:08:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152465#1152465 Michiganders where you at- : yeah hes a jack, first birthday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152457#1152457 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 4:28pm

yeah hes a jack, first birthday is in two days lol.  name is hank.  crazy little dude.

the camera is sweet and i havent got to really play with it yet, prolly this weekend.  i can focus on an object and blur the background which is pretty cool.  worth every penny so far
]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:28:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152457#1152457 Michiganders where you at- : Damn, I like that quality.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152433#1152433 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 3:37pm

Damn, I like that quality.  So that's the difference between my crappy cams and something like what you've got.  I might just have to get me one of those fancy cameras one dayLOL
 
You're dog a Jack?  Or some other terrier?  My mom has a jack and one that looks like a jack but isn't, can't remember what he is other than a little shit.
]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:37:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152433#1152433 Michiganders where you at- : just a simple pic of the puppy... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152431#1152431 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 3:32pm


just a simple pic of the puppy with that cam

yeah we need good weather for sure.  I need to board this weekend
]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:32:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152431#1152431 Michiganders where you at- : Nice! Now all we need is some... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152427#1152427 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/26/2012 at 3:21pm

Nice!  Now all we need is some good weather and a great session.  ]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:21:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1152427#1152427 Michiganders where you at- : The new guy totally pulled trough!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151998#1151998 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/25/2012 at 3:53pm



The new guy totally pulled trough! Was still in original packaging too. Bought it last Friday got it today :) can't wait to start using it!]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:53:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151998#1151998 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 IDK... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151672#1151672 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/25/2012 at 4:54am

Originally posted by MikeD13559

IDK WTF that BS was that happened sunday-monday.. I don't ever want to think about it or talk about it ever again.... Dead
  
  Bohemia's forecast is looking really, really good! they got 12'' last night and have been getting 3-5'' every few days it seems.  They are finally 100% open!  Just in time for the group trips planned! I have everything crossed for a 12''+ dump while I'm up there Clap Big smile  Positive vibes!
 
WTF happened Mike?Confused  Everything peachy?
 
I heard Bo got like 16+ out of that last round of lake effect.  Looks like they might get a bit more coming up.  I really hope they get a huge dump next Tuesday so I have freshies.  It looks like they might warm up a bit early next week.  I know if we don't have a fresh canvas you probably will, seems like they've been getting hit a lot on the weekend.
 
Man, I'm jealous mike, all that riding already for you and we have had a crap season weather wise.  I think I do have to move to the west coastSmile
]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:54:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151672#1151672 Michiganders where you at- : IDK WTF that BS was that happened... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151642#1151642 Author: MikeD13559
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Posted: Jan/24/2012 at 11:00pm

IDK WTF that BS was that happened sunday-monday.. I don't ever want to think about it or talk about it ever again.... Dead
 
  Boyne Mt got some good snow last night and today, along with some of the other NW MI resorts.  I def need to use 2 of my skifree vouchers and get up to Boyne Mt and Nubs..... and Shanty Creek...
  I hit up Cab for day #16 today.  There was 2'' of fresh snow and which made it pretty fun! Nobody was there after 6pm!  Maybe 15 ppl, it was crazy!  So, I got tons of laps in and figured out how to ride switch and link turns finally!  I spent most of the 2nd half of the day riding switch, besides jumping off of shizz.  I was pretty excited about that! Big smile

  Bohemia's forecast is looking really, really good! they got 12'' last night and have been getting 3-5'' every few days it seems.  They are finally 100% open!  Just in time for the group trips planned! I have everything crossed for a 12''+ dump while I'm up there Clap Big smile  Positive vibes!
]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:00:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151642#1151642 Michiganders where you at- : im REALLY going to try for Thursday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151580#1151580 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/24/2012 at 8:15pm

im REALLY going to try for Thursday night, but Im not 100% sure.  this sucks, I asked for wednesday-sunday off 2 months ago, and last month for this.  And my dad is going to Florida Sunday and will be back late Wednesday.    Dont know why we cant just close down for one day.....sucks. But I need to get my charlie out there!!!! I NEED POW AGAIN!

Cant wait for the camera.  I settled for black instead of silver, but im getting a brand new one for less lol
]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:15:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151580#1151580 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151509#1151509 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/24/2012 at 4:59pm

Originally posted by ctoma

^ Ironic that you mention the Bluebird, I sold it today.

Yeah, I really need to get up to Bohemia one of these years, I'm not getting any younger.  MikeD has talked up Bohemia for a couple years and I'm sure it lives up to the hype (based on the videos I watched).  That looks like an experience you cannot find anywhere else in the Midwest.

Yep, this winter has been completely shitty.  Imagine if all of this rain was snow.
 
Awesome on the sale.  I can't believe someone didn't pick it up sooner.
 
Bohemia is everything and more.  Pics and videos don't do that place justice.  Just make sure your back leg can handle the abuse before you goLOL  I've got a turd of a buddy (actually had your bluebird in mind for him) that bailed on us a couple of days ago.  I'm going to get video so I can force him to watch it and see the good time he missed.
 
 
Awesome on the cam chips.  We'll have to put that to use in the coming weeksTongue  still have 8-10 weeks of "winter".  Bummer you got responsibilities next week.  Maybe next year if we go up we can have a meet up with our MI snobros. Take over Bo with boards.
]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:59:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151509#1151509 Michiganders where you at- : snowj, I would love to go on Monday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151453#1151453 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/24/2012 at 3:06pm

snowj, I would love to go on Monday but Ill be running my business that day through Thursday.  Im half tempted to just start driving on thursday up there and seeing how far I get.

good news, camera is in allen park, the new one i ordered with my refund money that is! :)  tomorrow will be my day!
]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:06:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1151453#1151453 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Ironic that you mention the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150839#1150839 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 11:46am

^ Ironic that you mention the Bluebird, I sold it today.

Yeah, I really need to get up to Bohemia one of these years, I'm not getting any younger.  MikeD has talked up Bohemia for a couple years and I'm sure it lives up to the hype (based on the videos I watched).  That looks like an experience you cannot find anywhere else in the Midwest.

Yep, this winter has been completely shitty.  Imagine if all of this rain was snow.
]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:46:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150839#1150839 Michiganders where you at- : Oh, and wanted to throw this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150831#1150831 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 11:36am

Oh, and wanted to throw this one out there.  The shell ski free deal is good sunday-friday at the boynes.   A boyne trip maybe on a thursday or friday?  On a sunday?]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:36:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150831#1150831 Michiganders where you at- : I still have most of what... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150830#1150830 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 11:33am

I still have most of what I made out there.  There's spots (the alley, the top of the wall drop in) that are gone, but all I need is about 8-12 hours and I'll be back in biz.  Aside from my yard though, it looks like crap in these parts again.  Did everyone enjoy winter this year?  It was like 48 hours long.
 
Yeah, I saw that forecast C.  Gross.  Never seen a Jan. (in MI) where it's 50 and rain at least once a week.  It looks like there's one, maybe two nights I'll be able to make snow this week.  But, early next week it's Bohemia, so the backyard is second fiddle until after that.
 
Too bad you can't make it up there C, you would totally get use out of that bluebird.  Hey chips, you still thinking about going to the U.P. next week? We take off monday after work, come back friday afternoon/eve.  Had some people drop out, so it looks like only 6 of us in the yurt so far. 
]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:33:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150830#1150830 Michiganders where you at- : Seriously, what happened this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150780#1150780 Author: endeaveri
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 8:46am

Seriously, what happened this morning?  It's all gone.]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:46:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150780#1150780 Michiganders where you at- : Man I let my dog out this morning... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150761#1150761 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 7:46am

Man I let my dog out this morning and everything was gone! This hot and cold crap has to stop!]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:46:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150761#1150761 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Looks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150757#1150757 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 7:23am

Originally posted by snowj720

Looks like it's got the flu todayDead   Hi-O
 
It was really nice.  Hopefully I don't lose too much snow today.  Already lost the ride out to the alley.   Oh well, I'll get it rolling again.  We might (depending on how it looks) ride tommrow afternoon sometime. 

Unfortunately the forecast for the week is not conducive for snow and snow-making.  The high temp today might reach 50° along with highs in the 40's for the rest of the week (according to the local morning news).  It's been a crappy winter in MI thus far.
]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:23:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150757#1150757 Michiganders where you at- : Looks like it's got the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150753#1150753 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/23/2012 at 7:07am

Looks like it's got the flu todayDead   Hi-O
 
It was really nice.  Hopefully I don't lose too much snow today.  Already lost the ride out to the alley.   Oh well, I'll get it rolling again.  We might (depending on how it looks) ride tommrow afternoon sometime. 
]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:07:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150753#1150753 Michiganders where you at- : man that looks pretty gnarly!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150624#1150624 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/22/2012 at 7:41pm

man that looks pretty gnarly!  I wish I woulda came out.  two days my plans were foiled either by work or family lol. damn them all!  the lab looks sick though.]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:41:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150624#1150624 Michiganders where you at- : Stalled on the shed today, big... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150586#1150586 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/22/2012 at 6:03pm

Stalled on the shed today, big stall, 180 out, went to stall the car....went right over the damn thing.  Oppps.

This was the good part of it, we'll, the car park was pretty good but that didn't get on cam.
]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:03:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150586#1150586 Michiganders where you at- : 14 year old Kyle Mack from... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150473#1150473 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/22/2012 at 1:21pm

14 year old Kyle Mack from West Bloomfield just gave a shout out to boyne and alpine on tv @ the dew tour.  That's two pros from SE MI, pretty sweet! 
Love this time of year, dew tour, xgames.  Todd Richards on tv.  Sorry, got a pretty serious snow buzz goingLOL  Another Lab session tonight, Mt. Bo coming up in just over a week.  ]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:21:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150473#1150473 Michiganders where you at- : One of these days I'll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150353#1150353 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/22/2012 at 2:16am

One of these days I'll get the subaru I want with a rack on topSmile  ]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 02:16:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150353#1150353 Michiganders where you at- : We're heading to Crystal... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150072#1150072 Author: fiend138
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Posted: Jan/21/2012 at 8:37am

We're heading to Crystal Mountain as soon as my wife gets back from her hair appointment. They finally have 100% of their slopes open starting today!!]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 08:37:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150072#1150072 Michiganders where you at- : id rather get a AWD fusion or... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150054#1150054 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/21/2012 at 7:51am

id rather get a AWD fusion or focus lol.   but ill prolly get a escape or a small jeep in the summer]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:51:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150054#1150054 Michiganders where you at- : You need to find a all wheel drive... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150051#1150051 Author: HAVEN2135
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Posted: Jan/21/2012 at 7:38am

You need to find a all wheel drive car with good gas mileage and just get a roof rack.The vibe will give you 28 miles to the gallon, that is okay
]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:38:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150051#1150051 Michiganders where you at- : snowj, I feel ya 100% some days... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150042#1150042 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/21/2012 at 6:55am

snowj, I feel ya 100%  some days im half tempted to get a chevy cruze to save on gas lol, its almost 2 times better than my car now on gas.  And Ive spent a lot lately.  I just wish we had a good local hill to hit up more.]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:55:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150042#1150042 Michiganders where you at- : Gas prices are what keep me... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150023#1150023 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/21/2012 at 2:30am

Gas prices are what keep me from traveling more, and I have a smaller car.   That was one of the reasons for the LabBig smile]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:30:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1150023#1150023 Michiganders where you at- : I really want to go, specially... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149949#1149949 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 7:55pm

I really want to go, specially with the new chuck lol. Just costs me like $100+ just to get there and back and I've been driving all over the past few weeks.]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:55:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149949#1149949 Michiganders where you at- : Dang Chips....I was hoping U were... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149943#1149943 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 7:29pm

 Dang Chips....I was hoping U were going up for the weekend! I would have tried to meet up w/ U.  Good luck w/ cameras! HAHA!
  I'm headed to Cab tomorrow afternoon from 3-9 ish..again..for a solo shred mission...again... My normal riding homie is hurting from a sinus infection, so he's not going to ride this weekend.
I'm hoping to get a few good days during this coming week again.  I'm hoping the weather coming in on monday is significant and the snow tues - fri is more than 'few snow showers'!

]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:29:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149943#1149943 Michiganders where you at- : Mike, if it wasn't 4 hours... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149917#1149917 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 4:58pm

Mike, if it wasn't 4 hours to drive an I had people to go with I would for sure be headed up there. I wanna take it out so bad right now. Think I may have found a pair of bindings too. But I'm looking at cameras tonight lol]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:58:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149917#1149917 Michiganders where you at- : Nice looking board Chips! If U... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149905#1149905 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 4:16pm

Nice looking board Chips!  If U get up to Boyne Mt.. or anywhere in NW MI you could use it! Boyne Mt got a foot last night!!! 7'' the night before and 7'' the night before that!!!

  Cab is looking good too! I went the past 2 days. I got into some almost knee deep super dry fluffy snow in the sidecountry areas.  A dude from ski patrol told me it should be good in this one lil spot and told me how to get there.  It was great!  Off the rider's right side of the smiling irishman.  He called the run the 'Bull's Nose' .  It's pretty fun! There is a little hike back to the lift.. only a few hundred ft.  I'm going to have to explore that area more.. there seems to be some good lines in the trees too.. just wondering if there is enough room to make turns.
I will report back when I have more info Smile

Have fun this weekend! It's going to be a good one! Big smile
]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:16:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149905#1149905 Michiganders where you at- : Nice. Didn't even have... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149904#1149904 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 4:05pm

Nice.  Didn't even have to use the AKLOL]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:05:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149904#1149904 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853Today... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149887#1149887 Author: BoxStomper
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 3:33pm

Originally posted by chips2853

Today is a good day guys. I won my eBay case, got the refund by noon, got to fire an employee I dislike, then I came home to this beauty



NICE!! have fun with that bad boy!]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:33:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149887#1149887 Michiganders where you at- : Today is a good day guys. I won... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149880#1149880 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 3:27pm

Today is a good day guys. I won my eBay case, got the refund by noon, got to fire an employee I dislike, then I came home to this beauty



]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:27:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149880#1149880 Michiganders where you at- : Should be riding tommrow and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149820#1149820 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 2:00pm

Should be riding tommrow and sunday afternoon after 4 sometime.  ]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:00:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149820#1149820 Michiganders where you at- : Dang that looks amazing! Count... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149623#1149623 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 7:42am

Dang that looks amazing! Count me in :)]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:42:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149623#1149623 Michiganders where you at- : I should be home from work... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149612#1149612 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 6:58am

I should be home from work around 3ish, so sometime after that.  The wife is busy with yoga school or it would open earlier.  I've got to move around some of that stuff to dial in the features, but it's lookin' sweet back there.  The invite is open to you guys to ride.  Might have to have you sign a wavier thoughLOL  It's pretty intense back there.
Had a cop come into the backyard the other day (mailman reported a possible gas leak, it was the snowgun).  He laughed and was like "Thought I'd seen it all".  And that was only after about 16 hours.   ]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:58:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149612#1149612 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Wow... great job making all... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149604#1149604 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 6:42am

^ Wow... great job making all of that snow!

Soooo, what time does the Hood Lab open on Sunday?
]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:42:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149604#1149604 Michiganders where you at- : Wanted to share some pics... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149600#1149600 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/20/2012 at 6:30am

Wanted to share some pics of the Lab.  I had to shut down the gun this morning due to a hose freeze up.  Got about 58 hours of snowmaking in.  This time I ain't losing my base because of a couple shitty weather days.  The big pile to the side of the deck is 3', the rest of the area has about a foot average, it's crazy back here.  Somewhere in one of the pics is the 14' box, it's about a foot high, see if you can find itBig smile  It's great, the alley behind my house even has about an inch of man made covering itLOL 
 
]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:30:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149600#1149600 Michiganders where you at- : I'm not off work until... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149278#1149278 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2012 at 12:20pm

I'm not off work until like 3ish on sunday or I'd be in.  I'll probably be doing the backyard thing since it's right there.  And a bud of mine might drop by to ride.  I'll have to check my shell deal to see when alpine accepts it.  If it's sunday evening I could be down for an afternoon session.  I haven't been to alpine in a few years, I've heard they improved the park the last few seasons.
]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:20:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149278#1149278 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah c it's pretty ridiculous.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149141#1149141 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2012 at 8:29am

Yeah c it's pretty ridiculous. It pretty cut and clear that he screwed me over, and having to wait close to a month is just stupid to get a refund! But I'm doing what I did last week, tonight at midnight I'm escalating my claim so I can possibly get my money back tomorrow. Fingers are crossed though!

As for Sunday I may be down for that. I haven't been there in like 8 years. Don't remember if it's any good lol. But it may give me a reason to test out my Charlie slasher.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:29:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149141#1149141 Michiganders where you at- : That's a sexual act f'ing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149121#1149121 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2012 at 7:43am

That's a sexual act  f'ing (I hate autocorrect) long wait for a refund.  That seller better get some negative feedback from this ordeal.

On a positive note it's frickin' snowing!!!  The local weather forecasters are calling for another 3-4" tomorrow.  What's everyone doing on Sunday?  Alpine Valley?
]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:43:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149121#1149121 Michiganders where you at- : Lol I hate messing up! But yeah... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149113#1149113 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2012 at 7:13am

Lol I hate messing up!

But yeah no refund yet. I hate the process. You have to wait 2 weeks from payment before you make a claim, then you have a week to resolve the issue with the buyer/seller. If they don't respond you can escalate it after that week is up then eBay decides if you get a refund. My case is straightforward so I see a refund coming my way soon!]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:13:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149113#1149113 Michiganders where you at- : If you've watched any... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149093#1149093 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/19/2012 at 6:39am

If you've watched any of my videos you'll see you wouldn't be the only one making an ass of yourselfLOL  You'd blend in with this crowd.  It's looking good back there.  I've been making snow for like 36 hours and will probably go another 24 to get an extra thick cover.  I'll post some pics in a bit, there's like a foot plus in most spots. 
 
Ebay hasn't already issued a refund?  Seems like they used to be quick about it.  Maybe now that they charge absorbant fees they've slowed down their response time.   Cool if you can pick up that other one cheaper.  See, the situation may have just worked out for the best.
]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:39:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1149093#1149093 Michiganders where you at- : I'll be around this weekend.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148720#1148720 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/18/2012 at 11:12am

I'll be around this weekend. Don't think I'm working either lol. I wanna check it out and maybe make an ass of my self. I'm not as brave as I once was lol

So I was on eBay last night and I saw the same camera I bought I mean got scammed on and it's going for $20 less and the guy seems more legit. I'm trying to see if he'll hold it for me but I'm sure someone will snag it up before I get my refund :/]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:12:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148720#1148720 Michiganders where you at- : Too bad I didn't hit... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148600#1148600 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/18/2012 at 6:38am

Too bad I didn't hit the warren miller flick this year.  They always have a 5 for 1 coupon for the O park.  That's always a good one to hit on a Friday.  Damn, next year on that one.  I'll look around too C.  I'm all about trying to find some cheap tickets.  That's enough time away from now that I might be able to make that time frame work.
 
My yard is behind Big Tyme limo, you can probably see the snow gun going from Southfield.  I know you can at night when the lights on.  If you're not soaking up the powder at boyne this weekend you'll have to drop by for a sesh.  Got some new hdpe for my 10' so I'm looking forward to getting to try it out.
]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:38:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148600#1148600 Michiganders where you at- : Oh shoot! Hood labs opening up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148597#1148597 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/18/2012 at 6:16am

Oh shoot! Hood labs opening up :)]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:16:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148597#1148597 Michiganders where you at- : Let me throw this out there, anyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148596#1148596 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/18/2012 at 6:06am

Let me throw this out there, anyone interested in a meet 'n ride 2/22 - 2/24 (Wednesday - Friday)?  I will have my family with me (my boys are 8 and 6) so I will not be able to abandon them to take off looking for some uncharted territory... at least not the entire time we are there.  I'm in the process of checking availability and prices at various hills and can post my findings in a few days.]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:06:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148596#1148596 Michiganders where you at- : Being over 40 definetlly doesn't... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148590#1148590 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/18/2012 at 5:28am

Being over 40 definetlly doesn't exclude anyone from being a good player.  Look at Cheli, he was what, like 44 when he finally hung it up.  I've got to imagine an over 40 league has smarter players.  Like you said, no 20 somethings.  There's a certain calmness to getting older that allows us to not act a fool like we all did when we were younger.
 
Trying to figure out when we can get away to N. MI too.  The wife is supposed to give me her schedule (she needs some hill time) today.  My job doesn't like me taking weekends off, but I can probably swing it.  I'm down for whatever.  Next year I'm going to have to get one of those white gold cards, and rob a gas station so I can drive all over to use itLOL
 
Oh, if you guys are looking to shred a bit this weekend the hood lab should be open for Sat/Sunday afternoon sessionsBig smile  I'm blowing snow like crazy for the next couple of days.  Going to get  a thick base down this time.  Hopefully we get the huge storm they're predicting for Friday (2-4").
]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:28:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148590#1148590 Michiganders where you at- : snowj - thanks for the link to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148449#1148449 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/17/2012 at 5:42pm

snowj - thanks for the link to agnarchy's article.  I check his site from time to time but haven't looked at it for a while.  Yes, an over 40 league still is hockey, just a different brand of hockey.  We do not have any 20-somethings still trying to prove they belong in the NHL.  On the other hand don't let the over-40 thing fool you, there are some really good players in the league.

Re: northern MI meet 'n ride, I would be up for that if I can get some time away from work.  My family is looking at a Wed-Fri trip (location unknown at this time) in February (2/22 - 2/24).  Also, waiting for my White-Gold Card buddy to return from Europe so we can get another trip planned, need to punch some more holes in my White-Gold Card.  We are considering Caberfae, Crystal and either Shanty or Schuss.  Or a western MI trip and hit 3 of the hills around MikeD.  Boyne Mtn, Boyne H-Lands and Nubs Nob have already been punched.
]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:42:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148449#1148449 Michiganders where you at- : I'm usually a weekender with... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148065#1148065 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/17/2012 at 6:28am

I'm usually a weekender with having my family business to worry about. Sucks but I have no choice really.]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:28:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148065#1148065 Michiganders where you at- : You guys might like this article.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148048#1148048 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/17/2012 at 5:21am

You guys might like this article.  I'm sure you're aware of this one though Mike since Cannonsburg is in your neck of the woods.  I was curious about it since I hadn't been there, but pictured it to be similar to a timber ridge or bittersweet type of area.  It looks like if Cannon is really doing this layout it's going to be a kick ass place for park. 
http://www.agnarchy.com/better-terrain-parks-a-challenge-to-ski-area-management/
]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:21:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148048#1148048 Michiganders where you at- : Our group hadn't planned... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148046#1148046 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/17/2012 at 5:17am

Our group hadn't planned on hitting the mountain this season, but maybe I can work something out.  I really need more ride time and I ain't getting it down in these parts.  I can't do anything until Feb., all my focus is on Bohemia at this point.  Other than a Nubs trip, I don't have anything planned for next month at all.
What time of the week works for everyone?  It's easier for me to get week days off, plus I like the shorter lift lines.  But I might be able to work a weekend.  Be cool if we did a friday or monday.
That'd be fun- a MI trucrew jamLOL
 
"steezfuk", that's great.  I always just called them style queens, but I like steezfuks better.
 
Ctoma- Playing hockey in an over 40 league is still playing hockey.  It's one of those things (like boarding) that make you forget your age for a bit.  Then remember it the next morningOuch  I haven't skated in a while.  Without cold around here I might have to dig out my skates to make up for the lack of boarding.  Should have been doing that all along to cross train.
 
]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:17:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1148046#1148046 Michiganders where you at- : lets something up for sure. and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147975#1147975 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 8:18pm

lets something up for sure. and since its my neck of the woods I can show everyone the sled hill thats they size of boyne mt and usually has a ton of powder on the sides.  and lots of kickers and rails :)]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:18:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147975#1147975 Michiganders where you at- : We should! I know some spots at... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147877#1147877 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 3:40pm

We should! I know some spots at boyne mt from going there a few times a season for the past 24 seasons.. but i just don't get up there enough!!  That would be a fun time!]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:40:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147877#1147877 Michiganders where you at- : can we all do a boyne trip soon?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147864#1147864 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 3:20pm

can we all do a boyne trip soon? lol  id like to show ya some spots if you dont already know them. and itd be fun for everyone!]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:20:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147864#1147864 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147857#1147857 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 3:09pm

Originally posted by snowj720


 I might have to check out some of those spots Mike.  We've got so many in that area we want to hit.  There's a lot of hot little spots back in the woods all up and down 55.  Maybe we'll hit the ones at Cab towards the end of the day or find them with the sled next time we're up there.  Have you been down the runs there?  Anything good?  Steeps? Obsticles?


I have yet to get to the stuff off the smiling irishman.  But, everyone says that's where U really want to go!  Trees and some short, but steep lines and drops.  The stuff off the staghead bowl is basically just trees, but still fun.  I really like the slot when there is good, fresh snow!  Fav run at Cab!
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:09:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147857#1147857 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147832#1147832 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 2:47pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by ctoma

Add to the jackasses a bunch of snowboarder-wanna-be's (decked out with the best gear and apparel but cannot make it down the hill)


C.. see 'steezfuk' on urbandictionary.com
JB burton coined it in chat.. I added it urbandictionary.com becuz it was just too good and too funny!!  Big smile  LOL
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=steezfuk

Excellent!  Okay, let me revise my original post... 

snowj - I play in an old man's league (40 and over).  It's a good group of guys that have been playing together for a long time, I'm newer to the league (been in it for about 5 years).
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:47:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147832#1147832 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaAdd... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147830#1147830 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 2:45pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Add to the jackasses a bunch of snowboarder-wanna-be's (decked out with the best gear and apparel but cannot make it down the hill)


C.. see 'steezfuk' on urbandictionary.com
JB burton coined it in chat.. I added it urbandictionary.com becuz it was just too good and too funny!!  Big smile  LOL
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=steezfuk
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:45:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147830#1147830 Michiganders where you at- : That sounds like a great day... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147829#1147829 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 2:44pm

That sounds like a great day on the hillLOL  I hate days with a bunch of jerkovs.  If not for the fact that there were sooooo many of them (that also pay for lift tickets and rooms and beer and yadda yadda) we might not have hills around here.  I don't think these area hills could survive without that steady flow of cash.  Maybe they should make a slope at these hills just for the d-bags, kind of like a car pool lane for dumbasses.  That way the rest of us could fully enjoy the ride.
You play in a league C?  Or just some pick up?  I wish I wouldn't have gotten fat, hockey is such a great workout and a lot of fun.  I didn't get to play much on ice as a kid, by the time I got into it as an adult I found beer, which worked wonders for my body.  A real performance enhancing drug thereLOL
 
I might have to check out some of those spots Mike.  We've got so many in that area we want to hit.  There's a lot of hot little spots back in the woods all up and down 55.  Maybe we'll hit the ones at Cab towards the end of the day or find them with the sled next time we're up there.  Have you been down the runs there?  Anything good?  Steeps? Obsticles?
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:44:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147829#1147829 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Hockey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147810#1147810 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 2:32pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Hockey and boarding in one day?  You crazy C?LOL  I'm barely walking after riding this weekend, I don't think I could have done a couples skate let alone hockey.  Holly is always way too packed on weekends.  How was the hill other than the kiddies?  Their park looking good?

Sundays are my hockey days so regardless of what I do during the day I always have a game at night.  It wasn't too bad, I lead a couple of odd man rushes up the ice early in the game and then laid back and played D the rest of the game (we had a good game, won 8-2).  Besides, Saturday night my wife mentioned something about taking the boys skiing (my boys ski, my wife skis and snowboards, I snowboard) on Sunday, what was I to do?  Say no?  Wink

Holly was too crowded.  Too many jackasses on that hill.  Add to the jackasses a bunch of steezfuks snowboarder-wanna-be's (decked out with the best gear and apparel but cannot make it down the hill), ski patrol (largest number of ski patrollers I have ever seen) running drills, idiot snowboarders stopping in the middle of a run sitting together talking, skiers with English accents and no lift-line etiquette... need I go on?  The park looked okay, it was really crowded so I did not take my son in there.
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:32:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147810#1147810 Michiganders where you at- : Cab is almost totally open.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147795#1147795 Author: MikeD13559
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Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 2:04pm

  Cab is almost totally open.  They just had some stuff closed on the south peak still... but they were pumping the snow... just checked Cab's website and they have everything but I-75 open!  And a couple of inches of snow are in the forecast for tomorrow.. and 2-4'' for tomorrow night!  It looks like the same everywhere for all of west MI! 
  There is some little sidecountry stuff at Cab.  There is the old run zone off the rider's right side of the smiling irish man.. and ppl ride the backside of the south peak sometimes.   You just have to hike out.  And there is some stuff to get into off the Stagshead bowl, rider's left.  Looks like I will have a chance to explore some of it w/ the snow coming this week! Big smile

]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:04:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147795#1147795 Michiganders where you at- : Hockey and boarding in one... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147757#1147757 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 12:23pm

Hockey and boarding in one day?  You crazy C?LOL  I'm barely walking after riding this weekend, I don't think I could have done a couples skate let alone hockey.  Holly is always way too packed on weekends.  How was the hill other than the kiddies?  Their park looking good?
 
They still haven't added terrian to Cab Mike?  That's some crap.  It's too bad they don't have more of a wooded section to play on there, heard there were some abandoned ski trails there that are (small) backcountry.  Probably have to hike 'em, but it might be worth it for the pow.
 
Know just what you're sayin' chips.  I had that feeling at Cab a couple weeks ago.  Sadly it was on the lift.  But I was out there alone, the right music, and the snow was building up on me on the lift.  Felt like a kid again in some ways.  While I wish I had grown up boarding, the time I spent skiing when I was a kid gave me that "love" of the hill and the snow.  It's so much bigger now that I've been standing sideways. 
 
Funny, it's been a shit winter and we can still get that feeling that reminds us of why we do this in the first place.
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:23:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147757#1147757 Michiganders where you at- : You dirty bastards and your fresh... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147570#1147570 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 6:12am

You dirty bastards and your fresh MI snow... I went to Mt. Holly yesterday and the place was packed with hooligans.  Always have a much better experience riding in northern MI than the local hills, too many yahoos locally.

So after riding for most of the day I had a hockey game at 8:30.  My legs were shot but I play defense so other than pushing the puck up the ice on some 2-on-1's a few times I took it easy.
]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 06:12:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147570#1147570 Michiganders where you at- : Not gonna lie, felt like everything... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147558#1147558 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/16/2012 at 5:53am

Not gonna lie, felt like everything just fell right in place! I was in awe with the moment. I assume that's a typical day for our friend Spenser though lol]]> Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:53:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147558#1147558 Michiganders where you at- : Sounds like U had an amazingly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147523#1147523 Author: MikeD13559
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Posted: Jan/15/2012 at 11:57pm

Sounds like U had an amazingly awesome weekend Chips!!! What a great weekend in MI!  Cab was good too.. they groomed too much......, but there were some stashes of 10''-1ft deep pow.  The snow over the entire resort was great!  Hoping they open more terrain and stop grooming everything!  That's my only real gripe w/ Cab (besides minimal park features)...the snow micro management.
  Looks like some good snow this coming week too!  Let's keep the positive vibes flowing!Big smile
]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 23:57:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147523#1147523 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah Boyne was amazing for me.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147484#1147484 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/15/2012 at 8:50pm

Yeah Boyne was amazing for me.  A couple of runs I just had a moment.  The songs I was listening to each time. The area I was at.  The time of day.  One run I was listening to a mumford and sons song at sunset and I wasnt on a trail I was just riding through the woods and weaving between some condos in about 8-13" of pow with my lean on.  And at that moment, right then and there, everything slowed down and I was in full awe.  That was the moment where I felt the love of the sport again.  not that i never didnt love it, but it was just one of those perfect times where everything fit.  Happened 2-3 times, but the one i described was truly the best.  and perfect to say the least.

cant wait to get my charlie and hit some deeper pow
]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:50:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147484#1147484 Michiganders where you at- : Totally jealous. We had about... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147428#1147428 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/15/2012 at 7:05pm

Totally jealous.  We had about a foot of fluff in the zoo area to play with.  Rode so much in the backyard I could barely stand at timber.  Hill is way to small for all the people that were there and it didn't seem like there was much in the way of powdered tree runs for us to play in.  All that way and the best pow I got was in the yard.

We should have just went north, boyne sounds like it was perfect.
]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:05:35 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147428#1147428 Michiganders where you at- : Man if any weekend you wanna do... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147154#1147154 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/14/2012 at 6:06pm

Man if any weekend you wanna do that, just let me know! It's not far and will get my ass out the house :)

I just got cleaned up from Boyne, was a good day and found some great powder stashes of 10-15" of pow. X8 handled so dang good and is prolly the fastest board I've had. Had a binding issue that I didnt notice till later on which made my back heel feel sloppy. All good though now. I embarrassed myself at one point to. Was waiting to get on the lift and there were 3 hot girls in front of me and I was paying more attention to them and thinking what time it was and as soon as they went up to get on the three person lift I followed them and almost had one of em in my lap before I noticed I was jumpin on to soon and scooted out the way real fast. The operator and the old guys I was riding up with we're giving me a hard time lol. Great day though.

Might go back in the morning for more pow pow stashes :)]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 18:06:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147154#1147154 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone in southeast MI interested... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147148#1147148 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/14/2012 at 5:38pm

Anyone in southeast MI interested in hitting Mt. Holly tomorrow?  Aiming to get there around opening time, 9:00am.]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 17:38:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1147148#1147148 Michiganders where you at- : ^ Nice, have fun. Wish I was up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146957#1146957 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/14/2012 at 7:54am

^ Nice, have fun.  Wish I was up there instead of car-shopping with my wife today...]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 07:54:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146957#1146957 Michiganders where you at- : What a great view from the kitchen!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146948#1146948 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/14/2012 at 7:22am



What a great view from the kitchen! About to hit the slopes :)]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 07:22:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146948#1146948 Michiganders where you at- : Already by bay city, keep seeing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146716#1146716 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 2:00pm

Already by bay city, keep seeing more and more snow :)

You guys be safe on your way to the zoo ya damn animals lol]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:00:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146716#1146716 Michiganders where you at- : Nice! Yeah, kind of wish I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146704#1146704 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 1:21pm

Nice!  Yeah, kind of wish I would have found something like that instead of my Malolo.  It's an awesome board, but pretty powder specific.
My bro said it's still snowing out in K-zoo too.  Be careful on your drive.  We're about to bust our ourselves.
]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 13:21:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146704#1146704 Michiganders where you at- : My mom says its still snowing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146652#1146652 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 11:08am

My mom says its still snowing :D

Dude we should get a little crew for sure. Find sweet local spots.

Oh yeah I got the slasher for sure! From everything I've read and I heard, it's not just a pow only board, so I'll get to ride at like Boyne with it and use my x8 for our local stuff and hood lab sessions ;)

I got the chuck for cheap brand new bro]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:08:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146652#1146652 Michiganders where you at- : I'm going to echo MikeD... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146645#1146645 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 10:52am

I'm going to echo MikeD and chips on the hill/resort stuff.  The boynes are a lot of fun, nice resort.  Nubs is probably my favorite in the lower though, it's not as big as the boynes, but something about it is really fun and makes me want to keep coming back.  Their snow is always good, I'd say the best late season compared to others.  That's where we'll end our season this year. They don't have lodging associated with the hill, it's not a resort, just a great hill.  There are private cabins and condos to rent in the area though.   Bohemia.....what can you say about Bo other than it's heaven.  It's a challenge, but it's oh so good.  And it's barebones at it's best.  2 chairlifts, 1 shuttle to service it.  Yurts and small hillside cabins for accomidations.  They just added a bar/resturant yurt for this season.  The cafe before was a yurt with dinty moore soup cups, power bars, candy bars, and soda.  That was the menu.  But it's the best.   It's amazing up there.
 
Damn chips, wish I could get up to boyne this weekend.  I hope my bros place has that much waiting. It won't be as good as boyne, but we'll still get to play.  Taking the bungee, hopefully we can jump his roadBig smile 
I'll for sure show you the taylor hills.  I love going there.  Last year we bumped into some kids that had built the kicker at the one hill.  After a session there we brought them back to our house for a sesh (right after a big snow).  They about pooped themselves when they saw it.  I was pumped to have met some more local boarders.  We might have to start a downriver crew.  Find all the cats in this area that live to ride and form a local chapterLOL
 
got the slasher eh?  luckyyyyySmile
]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:52:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146645#1146645 Michiganders where you at- : Haha yeah she does! 2:30 needs... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146562#1146562 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 7:33am

Haha yeah she does! 2:30 needs to hurry up so I can drive up there. Bought my little brother a ton of snowboard stuff for his bday. Can't wait to give it to him too.

Be nice to play around on our 10 acres tonight :)]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:33:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146562#1146562 Michiganders where you at- : ^^^ I love that your mom sent... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146559#1146559 Author: EpicFAIL
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 7:24am

^^^ I love that your mom sent you those pictures.  She definitely knows how to get you back home in a hurry. LOL]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:24:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146559#1146559 Michiganders where you at- : My mom just sent me these,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146536#1146536 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/13/2012 at 6:39am





My mom just sent me these, I'm definitely going to try an get off early! Boyne mt is behind the house lol

Ps my chuck just shipped from Cali :)]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:39:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146536#1146536 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146461#1146461 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 10:38pm

Originally posted by chips2853

Originally posted by electrix

wheres the best place to go in michigan for a long weekend?  Looking for a place with a nice lodge too

well the boynes (mt or highlands)  offer the best resort and are pretty good overall.  some people like nubs knob for snow quality.  

but if you want crazy powder snow for the midwest you have to go to the upper peninsula to mt bohemia.  not an ounce of man made snow there.


  Every letter Chips typed is 100% true!   I agree w/ all pts made.  Boyne Mt is my fav in the lower Peninsula.   There are a lot of runs and something for everyone.  A lot of park features, a new park similar to the burton 'Stash' Parks (all features made from natural items).  There are some tree runs, long windings runs, steep runs.. all kinds of fun stuff.  And a nice lodge and little village.  There are condos and suites..  a lot of lodging right there at the base.  Not inexpensive though.  I would def check into skifreedeals.com and get some buy one get one free vouchers and look on liftopia.com.
 
  Mt Bohemia may be my fav place I have been....  including CO Mts I have been to.  It's an adventure.  Not a family resort.  But, gnarly runs everywhere! only 2 blue runs and the rest (70+) are black to double black & a triple black zone.  Most runs are tree runs.  Lots of powder and steeps.
]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:38:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146461#1146461 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by electrixwheres... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146392#1146392 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 7:51pm

Originally posted by electrix

wheres the best place to go in michigan for a long weekend?  Looking for a place with a nice lodge too

well the boynes (mt or highlands)  offer the best resort and are pretty good overall.  some people like nubs knob for snow quality.  

but if you want crazy powder snow for the midwest you have to go to the upper peninsula to mt bohemia.  not an ounce of man made snow there.
]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:51:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146392#1146392 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146390#1146390 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 7:49pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by chips2853

Where at in Taylor? That's where my building is at.

Where at is everyone going on the west side? It would be sweet to hang with some of ya!


Oh, and on the camera note, found 3 that weren't used and only $25 more! I can open a claim tomorrow and hopefully I'll get my money back before those disappear.
 
There's one at a park off Pelham and Pinecrest, it's long so you can always carve out a nice spot for yourself.  Then there's another on the west side of Telegraph, somewhere north of Goddard.  Can't remember what street it's on exactly.  It's cool cuz that one has a nice little berm at the bottom so it's easy to make a park style kicker with a downslope.  Looks like I'll be waiting a while to see snow on those.
 
We're heading over to the k-zoo area for a couple nights, right next to bittersweet.
 
Sweet on the cam.  25 is worth it for brand new.  I'll always spend a couple of extra bucks for new if I can just for the warranty on things.  My kodak went in for service after a couple months.  Warranty is almost up though so I might have to send it in for something soonWink

dude! my shop is across telegraph one street over from goddard in the industrial section lol well commercial section kinda.  I might have to have you show me where at!

Thats sweet about hittin the zoo.  you already know im going to boyne, my mom just said 3-4" fresh right now so im stoked and forecast is 6 for tonight with 1-3 more tomorrow.  

Yeah the camera deal is good, was an open box item lol  but i just got the charlie slasher  you have on your wish list haha. but when the clock strikes midnight im filing my claim against that turd who scammed me on the camera, so hopefully that doesnt take long at all, i want that dang camera haha


]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:49:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146390#1146390 Michiganders where you at- : wheres the best place to go in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146348#1146348 Author: electrix
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 6:40pm

wheres the best place to go in michigan for a long weekend?  Looking for a place with a nice lodge too]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:40:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146348#1146348 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853Where... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146345#1146345 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 6:37pm

Originally posted by chips2853

Where at in Taylor? That's where my building is at.

Where at is everyone going on the west side? It would be sweet to hang with some of ya!


Oh, and on the camera note, found 3 that weren't used and only $25 more! I can open a claim tomorrow and hopefully I'll get my money back before those disappear.
 
There's one at a park off Pelham and Pinecrest, it's long so you can always carve out a nice spot for yourself.  Then there's another on the west side of Telegraph, somewhere north of Goddard.  Can't remember what street it's on exactly.  It's cool cuz that one has a nice little berm at the bottom so it's easy to make a park style kicker with a downslope.  Looks like I'll be waiting a while to see snow on those.
 
We're heading over to the k-zoo area for a couple nights, right next to bittersweet.
 
Sweet on the cam.  25 is worth it for brand new.  I'll always spend a couple of extra bucks for new if I can just for the warranty on things.  My kodak went in for service after a couple months.  Warranty is almost up though so I might have to send it in for something soonWink
]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:37:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146345#1146345 Michiganders where you at- : oh shoot! just got me a charlie... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146343#1146343 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 6:34pm

oh shoot!  just got me a charlie slasher aka big chuck!!! haha]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:34:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146343#1146343 Michiganders where you at- : Chicago has gotten about 3 inches... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146245#1146245 Author: HAVEN2135
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 2:55pm

Chicago has gotten about 3 inches how about north in Wisconsin?]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:55:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146245#1146245 Michiganders where you at- : Sounds like we are finally getting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146108#1146108 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 10:41am

Sounds like we are finally getting some snow (not enough but it's a start):

The warm spell ends today for metro Detroit, with rain changing to flurries tonight and a couple of inches of snow expected by Friday's morning rush hour, according to the National Weather Service.

That will add to the region's woefully low snowfall total for the season, which is a whopping 9 inches below the normal 15.7 inches of snowfall for this time of year, meteorologist Mike Richter said.

Last year, we were at 17.6 inches of snowfall at this point, a couple of inches above average, he added.
]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:41:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1146108#1146108 Michiganders where you at- : Where at in Taylor? That's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145986#1145986 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 6:41am

Where at in Taylor? That's where my building is at.

Where at is everyone going on the west side? It would be sweet to hang with some of ya!


Oh, and on the camera note, found 3 that weren't used and only $25 more! I can open a claim tomorrow and hopefully I'll get my money back before those disappear.]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:41:35 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145986#1145986 Michiganders where you at- : I was hoping for at least... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145983#1145983 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 6:21am

I was hoping for at least a couple good natural snows.  There's a couple sled hills in Taylor we like to hit up.  Make a little kicker, ride fresh powder.  This year we were going to make a kicker at the top of a hill, use the hill as the landing zone, then put a box at the bottom for a 2 trick run.  Got this banshee and haven't been able to use it for more than the yard.  And the yard hasn't gotten into full swing for more than a couple days at a time.  This is crap.  It's march weather.  I was going to make snow this weekend, but we'll be hitting the west coast.  So it'll be next week before I can even use the hood lab.  I'm frustrated here.  I have snow blue ballsOuch]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:21:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145983#1145983 Michiganders where you at- : Lol you know our yards never get... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145973#1145973 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 5:24am

Lol you know our yards never get anything here! Except last year when we got that 6" and everything was all haywire lol]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:24:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145973#1145973 Michiganders where you at- : at least that side of the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145959#1145959 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/12/2012 at 2:30am

at least that side of the state will get something.  The east side went from a predicted 5-6 down to 1-2, which usually means less than 1/2".  Oh, but we do get to have some rain.  I actually saw one night next week is supposed to be 31 and rain.  How the hell does that happen?]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 02:30:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145959#1145959 Michiganders where you at- : like i said, hope boyne gets the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145786#1145786 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 4:49pm

like i said, hope boyne gets the full 6-8" and the extra man made snow as well :)]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:49:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145786#1145786 Michiganders where you at- : It is coming and it is needed... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145783#1145783 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 4:41pm

It is coming and it is needed badly.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:41:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145783#1145783 Michiganders where you at- : snow!?!? lots of it!?!? and lake... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145778#1145778 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 4:29pm

snow!?!?  lots of it!?!?  and lake effect setting up after the storms?!?!?  Cold temps!?!?!  Really !?!? winter!?!!?   Can it be so!!?!?!?!? Big smileLOL
I can't wait to ride the next few days!  Hoping to get 4 days in a row!
]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:29:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145778#1145778 Michiganders where you at- : I've been keeping my eye... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145701#1145701 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 2:46pm

I've been keeping my eye out on eBay for other ones and most are within 50 dollars so I'd pay that extra bit for some piece of mind at this point. Just sucks it's two weeks later and I was so excited to start taking photos ]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:46:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145701#1145701 Michiganders where you at- : right on. Sucks you probably... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145677#1145677 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 2:19pm

right on.  Sucks you probably aren't getting the cam just yet, but at least you know you'll get your money back.  And who knows, you might find the same cam or a better one for a better deal.  Sometimes things seem to happen like that.  Usually I have the opposite problem, I get it and then find a better deal.  No matter how much research I do.......
 
On a good note.  I got my slot compatible discs for my ride bindings, so now my Malolo will be ready to rock Bohemia and hopefully a little west coast pow before that.  I rode it for the first time new years, but the bindings kept sliding around on me.  Made it interesting and unpredictible.  I think I'll blame my two nasty falls on having the wrong discs. 
]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:19:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145677#1145677 Michiganders where you at- : Boyne is supposed to get dumped... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145584#1145584 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 12:22pm

Boyne is supposed to get dumped with 6-8" in the next day or so so I am stoked

I called eBay last night and they said they'd contact him and I he doesn't respond I'll be able to get my money back fairly quick. They were nice on the phone but it sucks I can't make my claim till Friday. They had full records of every message I sent already too lol so try know I'm not lieing about t.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:22:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145584#1145584 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, that would be nice.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145580#1145580 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 12:03pm

Yeah, that would be nice.  Damn, wish I didn't have to work.  Cab is worth 9, especially after a dumping of freshies.
 
any word on that cam chips?
]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:03:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145580#1145580 Michiganders where you at- : I wish I could just take Friday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145560#1145560 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 11:28am

I wish I could just take Friday off and go hit up cab and then hit Boyne on Saturday. Would be nice.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:28:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145560#1145560 Michiganders where you at- : Caberfae has $9 lift tickets this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145367#1145367 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/11/2012 at 5:26am

Caberfae has $9 lift tickets this Friday (1/13/12), wish I could take advantage of this deal!

Bring in our WEB COUPON and get an open to close lift ticket and rental for only $9 each on Friday, January 13th!  WEB COUPON is required.   See the COUPON for more information.

The hot links above should work but in case they do not here's a linky-link to the web coupon:

http://caberfaepeaks.com/cool-deals/coupons/
]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:26:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145367#1145367 Michiganders where you at- : http://www.weather.com/weather... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145239#1145239 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 6:54pm

http://www.weather.com/weather/alerts/localalerts/49712?phenomena=WS&significance=A&areaid=MIZ019&office=KAPX&etn=0001

IM SO HAPPY RIGHT NOW!!!!!!  minus that Im gonna have to drive up there in the evening on friday haha
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:54:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145239#1145239 Michiganders where you at- : I don't even know if you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145234#1145234 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 6:47pm

I don't even know if you could fly into AK right now, Cordova has gotten over 18 feet in the past couple weeks. ]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:47:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145234#1145234 Michiganders where you at- : yeah all of spensers videos prove... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145209#1145209 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 5:53pm

yeah all of spensers videos prove that lol  

meanwhile in the midwest we aint got shit haha
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:53:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145209#1145209 Michiganders where you at- : need to go to AK, that's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145017#1145017 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 12:54pm

need to go to AK, that's where all the snow is-
http://news.yahoo.com/video/weather-15749664/alaska-snowfall-lasts-more-than-24-days-27831255.html#crsl=%252Fvideo%252Fweather-15749664%252Falaska-snowfall-lasts-more-than-24-days-27831255.html
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:54:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1145017#1145017 Michiganders where you at- : Go to Boyne! I'll be up there... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144913#1144913 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 9:58am

Go to Boyne! I'll be up there riding and in town all weekend.]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:58:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144913#1144913 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Bohemia... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144904#1144904 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 9:46am

Originally posted by snowj720

Bohemia is lookin' good so far. 
Hey MikeD, you see you guys are supposed to get like 8 thursday night?  Just in time too, we're headed out to that side for the weekend.  I was going to take my snow gun to my bros, but now I won't have to.Big smile


Yeah it's looking great for Thursday and Friday... and this weekend!!!  It took me any extra hr last night to wind down after seeing the forecast LOL  Hoping for a HUGE puking of snow and some lake effect bands... and 15''+  Big smile 
I'll be at Cab again most likely.. unless we go the extra hr to Shanty Creek/ Schuss.. which is possible.  I just won't some fresh snow!  I don't really care where it is!
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:46:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144904#1144904 Michiganders where you at- : They won't let me till Friday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144806#1144806 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 6:22am

They won't let me till Friday which in my eyes is too long since they can just see he hasn't responded to any of my messages and I have an iPhone where I can snap screen shots of my texts and times. It's so annoying and it was my Christmas gift to me lol]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:22:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144806#1144806 Michiganders where you at- : chips, screw that eBay seller... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144802#1144802 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 6:13am

chips, screw that eBay seller and file a PayPal claim against the bastard and buy the camera from someone else.  I hate deadbeat sellers.]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:13:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144802#1144802 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Bohemia... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144795#1144795 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 5:37am

Originally posted by snowj720



Bohemia is lookin' good so far. 
Hey MikeD, you see you guys are supposed to get like 8 thursday night?  Just in time too, we're headed out to that side for the weekend.  I was going to take my snow gun to my bros, but now I won't have to.Big smile


Yeah I'm pretty upset and he's avoiding my text now

I'm really not set on any specific board. I'd like a 5-7 flex rate, prolly still v-rocker. Im looking more towards a used board but everyone who has a custom I want thats older they try and charge over 200 bucks and it's only in between alright and good condition and is a few seasons old. I do love the look of the Sherlock if I were to buy brand new. I like the sounds of the flying v. But I'm open to anything]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:37:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144795#1144795 Michiganders where you at- : Bohemia is lookin' good... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144770#1144770 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 2:37am

Bohemia is lookin' good so far. 
Hey MikeD, you see you guys are supposed to get like 8 thursday night?  Just in time too, we're headed out to that side for the weekend.  I was going to take my snow gun to my bros, but now I won't have to.Big smile
]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:37:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144770#1144770 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by AnthonyBurtonMichiganders... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144758#1144758 Author: fadam
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 1:41am

Originally posted by AnthonyBurton

Michiganders is the term for ppl from michigan?


Yes that is correct. People from the Upper Peninsula refer to the people in the Lower Peninsula as "Trolls" because we live below the Mackinac Bridge. People that live in the Upper Peninsula, (U.P.) are "Yoopers." ]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:41:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144758#1144758 Michiganders where you at- : Michiganders is the term for ppl... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144756#1144756 Author: AnthonyBurton
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 1:30am

Michiganders is the term for ppl from michigan?]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:30:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144756#1144756 Michiganders where you at- : I just realized Ski Free Deals... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144750#1144750 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2012 at 12:19am

I just realized Ski Free Deals started up again!!!  Buy 10+ gallons at participating Shell gas stations and get a buy one get one free lift ticket coupon!
Here's a link to the list of resorts in MI and the days U can use the coupon:
http://www.skifreedeals.com/ski-resorts-michigan.html#nubs


]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:19:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144750#1144750 Michiganders where you at- : Chips, sorry to hear about all... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144727#1144727 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 10:03pm

Chips, sorry to hear about all this BS w/ the dude on eBay...  not cool.

What board(s) are U looking into getting?  I have been checking out Marhar boards.. their site anyways.  And I am intrigued by them, mostly becuz they are in MI, and esp becuz they are in GR.  But, thei hybrid camber looks good.  They have boards U can demo (U just need to contact them)  I think I need to demo a few.... and talk to them about doin' some board graphics Wink Big smile


]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:03:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144727#1144727 Michiganders where you at- : oh its looking good mike! i need... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144522#1144522 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 3:10pm

oh its looking good mike!  i need a serious pow session up there for sure!  hopefully i can get a slightly stiffer board than my x8 to take up there.  Still a good board though, only took it in 6" of pow so no idea how itd handle in like a foot haha.  V-rocker though.

so ebay gave me the guys phone number, perks about me having an iphone is that if someone else has an iphone and i text them it shows they received my message.  I shot him a text and hes still not responding.  if i dont hear back tonight now that I have his # im opening a claim up tomorrow instead.
]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:10:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144522#1144522 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144452#1144452 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 2:01pm

Originally posted by chips2853

I wanna go to Bohemia bad, I'm working on getting another board this week too lol.


Have you been checking the forecast for Bohemia!?  It's looking really good!
Big smile


http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/lac-la-belle-mi/49913/daily-weather-forecast/2211231





]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:01:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144452#1144452 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah snowj it's been that... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144428#1144428 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 1:15pm

Yeah snowj it's been that damn long! Really bugging me. I'm giving him till Wednesday since that's over his set shipping day. I want this camera bad but found more for the same price so if all else fails I get my money back and buy another.

I wanna go to Bohemia bad, I'm working on getting another board this week too lol. ]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:15:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144428#1144428 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaWe... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144405#1144405 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 12:48pm

Originally posted by ctoma

We (those who are not able to attend) are going to need lots of photos and video from Mt. Bohemia!!!


we have at least 8 ppl w/ either gopro or contour cams for  PowPowPalooza 3.  THere will be plenty of footy.  Might have to make a full length vid out of it.. and one of guys going is a professional video editor. Big smile
]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:48:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144405#1144405 Michiganders where you at- : Friday before last? Like week... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144400#1144400 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/09/2012 at 12:41pm

Friday before last? Like week and a half ago friday?   I'd be riled up too.  Like I said before, I had a guy in Indy tell me for two months a t-shirt had shipped.  I really gave him the benefit of the doubt.  Then got my money back.  I say give it until this Friday, maybe even Thursday.  That give him two weeks.  Then file the complaint with ebay and a dispute with paypal.  If those don't get his attention you should at least get your $ back out of it.  ]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:41:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144400#1144400 Michiganders where you at- : I don't really understand... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144011#1144011 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 2:23pm

I don't really understand the guy, I mean eBay will see my attempts to contact him and if he doesn't send it they'll refund my money and freeze his account. Would take a minute to say I'm sending it out tomorrow or it's been shipped. I haven't sent him anything in a few days to not annoy him but damn it's getting annoying. And he's in NY, shipping takes 1-2 days and he got paid last Friday.]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 14:23:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144011#1144011 Michiganders where you at- : Don't worry C, we'll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144009#1144009 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 2:10pm

Don't worry C, we'll take pics and vids for sure.  I'll probably wear my old helmet just so I can hook a cam on it (my new helmet doesn't work with the mount).  We were pretty bummed we didn't take a minute to get any video up there last year.  Stills just don't do it justice.
 
Still nothing on that cam, huh chips?  That sucks. Can't believe he didn't at least send you shipping info.  I think everyone should do that as it benefits the buyer and seller.  I bought something off a guy on ebay that didn't give me shipping info.  When we didn't get the product it was like "if you would have got tracking numbers this might get straightened out".  Ended up getting a refund on it. 
]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 14:10:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1144009#1144009 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853I'll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143987#1143987 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:56pm

Originally posted by chips2853

I'll be honest, the northface I have was worth every last penny. I bought a Columbia one prior and my dad had another brand made for me for a work coat an the northface is hands down the warmest, dryest, and wind resistant. So worth it, I wear it everyday. But the cool jackets the have are like 350-550 so 50% off still is up there lol. Found a good spring shell though with pit zips but no waist gator for 120 before the discount.

Yeah I really want to go. Hope they get pounded with snow! Let me know what's goin on.


Oh I'll be taking tons if the a-hole I bought my camera from ever sends it or contacts me. If not the iPhone takes good outdoor pics lol and video]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:56:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143987#1143987 Michiganders where you at- : I'll be honest, the northface... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143985#1143985 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:54pm

I'll be honest, the northface I have was worth every last penny. I bought a Columbia one prior and my dad had another brand made for me for a work coat an the northface is hands down the warmest, dryest, and wind resistant. So worth it, I wear it everyday. But the cool jackets the have are like 350-550 so 50% off still is up there lol. Found a good spring shell though with pit zips but no waist gator for 120 before the discount.

Yeah I really want to go. Hope they get pounded with snow! Let me know what's goin on.]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:54:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143985#1143985 Michiganders where you at- : We (those who are not able to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143977#1143977 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:46pm

We (those who are not able to attend) are going to need lots of photos and video from Mt. Bohemia!!!]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:46:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143977#1143977 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, I tend to avoid North... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143972#1143972 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:42pm

Yeah, I tend to avoid North face stuff for that reason.  50% off would probably make it affordable, but I'm sure boyne likes to mark their stuff waaaay up. 
I know it's not a high profile brand, but target has champion outerwear for a great price.  I think around now is when they start putting it on clearance for dirt cheap.  Last year my girl got me a decent soft shell and a fleece for under $25.  Not the greatest and not totally waterproof (as last weekends downpour helped me find out), but most of the time it works great.  Last year at bohemia I wore that and was really warm.
Hey, you still thinkin' bout bohemia coming up?  If so, rollin' with MikeD's crew on the weekend?  We're for sure hittin' it that wednesday (buy one get one lift, buy one night get one night free on the yurt).  We still have room in the yurt for sure and if my buddy backs out (like I think he's going to) we'll have room for one in the car too.  Cheap and fun is the goal.
]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:42:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143972#1143972 Michiganders where you at- : Oh he does, has a free pass, can... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143967#1143967 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:28pm

Oh he does, has a free pass, can get me free tickets, gets 10% off anything at te resort even 2012 gear. But being a ski patrol, some big name companies offer up big discounts too, like the north face giving him 50% off. Can't beat that. I'm looking into getting another northface but for riding, but they're still pretty expensive for anything other than a shell without a powder skirt :/]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:28:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143967#1143967 Michiganders where you at- : That's cool. They should... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143963#1143963 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2012 at 12:14pm

That's cool.  They should give him discounts and lift tickets, etc. for patroling.  He provides a service for them for free, it's the least they can do.  Especially considering how much of your own money you have to spend to become SP.  I know it's not a shit ton, but the coat, the med kit, that stuff adds up.]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:14:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143963#1143963 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143696#1143696 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 4:05pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I take every dollar off I can, but yeah, it's kind of a joke. 
 
I was thinking of suggesting the freq. card, but wasn't sure how much he was planning on going there.  We've thought about it, but we just can't get up enough to make it worth it.  Now if my mom lived right next to one of the boynes........Big smile

lol well my ass isnt paying for tickets there, thank goodness for my moms boyfriend.  He also gets 50% off anything from north face as a volunteer ski patroler.  Cant wait to go next week, just hope it gets cold and snows a little this week!

i used to have the card and it was pretty nice.
]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:05:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143696#1143696 Michiganders where you at- : I take every dollar off I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143692#1143692 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 4:01pm

I take every dollar off I can, but yeah, it's kind of a joke. 
 
I was thinking of suggesting the freq. card, but wasn't sure how much he was planning on going there.  We've thought about it, but we just can't get up enough to make it worth it.  Now if my mom lived right next to one of the boynes........Big smile
]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:01:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143692#1143692 Michiganders where you at- : well i know if you plan on going... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143689#1143689 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 3:56pm

well i know if you plan on going often, or more than just one weekend to boyne this year, you could buy a frequent skiier card and it saves you a good chunk on your lift tickets.]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:56:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143689#1143689 Michiganders where you at- : lol that whopping 3 dollar discount... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143686#1143686 Author: teepomonkey
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 3:53pm

lol that whopping 3 dollar discount seems my best bet so far... yay]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 15:53:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143686#1143686 Michiganders where you at- : I hear ya C, that's the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143633#1143633 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 12:34pm

I hear ya C, that's the whole reason we go to the hill is to get our ridin' fix.  Though to do that when you have to be the group "mum" so to speak.  I've had similar experiences with big groups.  I had the most knowledge so everyone came to me with their problems, which cuts into my "me" time.
 
Hey teepo- your best bet is trying to find a buy one get one deal.  You could do the skifree.com deal, but I don't think the pass is valid on the weekends.  Next year in december go see the new warren miller flick, they usually give out a buy one get one with admission.  I know that doesn't help you this year, but it's something to remember for next season.  Get your lift tickets at a off hill boyne country sports store and I think they give you a whopping $3 off each ticket.
]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:34:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143633#1143633 Michiganders where you at- : Good luck finding discounts lol... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143600#1143600 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 11:20am

Good luck finding discounts lol they jacked their prices up too this year. ]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 11:20:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143600#1143600 Michiganders where you at- : I'm looking to go to Boyne... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143551#1143551 Author: teepomonkey
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/07/2012 at 9:18am

I'm looking to go to Boyne Mountain on Feb 4 and planning to make it a 2 day trip. Anyone know where I can find some discounted lift tickets? ]]> Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:18:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143551#1143551 Michiganders where you at- : A couple of families have asked... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143410#1143410 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 7:39pm

A couple of families have asked when am I planning the next ski/snowboard trip...  answer: next year!  It was fun and for the most part it was fairly easy but I did spend a decent amount of time checking up on the families to make sure everything was okay, setting up a party room for the U-M game, talking to the front desk for a variety of questions, etc.,  which cut into my riding time a little.  The next time I head up north I want to be able to ride without worrying about anyone else.]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:39:25 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143410#1143410 Michiganders where you at- : That's a real tough one.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143391#1143391 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 7:02pm

That's a real tough one.  I think I'd have to tell them to take a look at what was going on and tell the girls "Don't hang out with these type of turds when you're older".   It's too bad there's not two halfs of the resort- one for familes and one for partiers.
Wish I could do stuff like that with my son but he's not into boarding (as much as we've tried) so it'd be weird to go on a trip with a bunch of families from his school without himLOL   That's awesome though man, glad you had a good time. 
]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:02:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143391#1143391 Michiganders where you at- : It (7 families) wasn't too... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143273#1143273 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 1:30pm

It (7 families) wasn't too bad, I relied a lot on e-mail leading up to the trip.  Basically all I did was secure a group discounted rate for Boyne's Lift and Lodge package, offer it up on the school newsletter, each family called in their own reservation, helped people set up group lessons, organize 1 group dinner... that was it.  Good times.  The kids all had a great time although I do feel bad for the family who's room was right by the outdoor pool.  A group of college kids were swimming later at night (pool is open until 11pm) and they started chanting/shouting a few things such as "take it off" (and that was the mildest from what the mom told me).  Their girls (4th and 1st grade) kept asking what the kids outside were yelling... how do you explain that to a couple of young girls?]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:30:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143273#1143273 Michiganders where you at- : WTF is going on today!?!?!?!?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143272#1143272 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 1:22pm

WTF is going on today!?!?!?!?  51 here in GR Cry.
Looks like there is going to be some snow this weekend at the NW resorts.  And next weekend too!  Colder temps starting tonight. Smile  ]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 13:22:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143272#1143272 Michiganders where you at- : 7 families must have been craziness.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143242#1143242 Author: snowj720
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Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 12:08pm

7 families must have been craziness.  Trying to organize our group of 8 adults is hard enough.  At least everyone had fun and judging by the lack of an injury report it sounds like everyone had an incident free time.Thumbs Up

Hey fadam, I just wanted to say thanks for going over there.  I don't agree with you guys having to be over there (the politics behind it all), but I do support you guys 100%.  There should be some snow in gr when you get homeBig smile]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:08:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143242#1143242 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 @... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143060#1143060 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 5:44am

Originally posted by snowj720

@ ctoma- Cry bout having to come home.  Felt the same way leaving the north this past monday.  Smile for the good time you did have though.  You'll be coming home to spring as it'll be in the 50's here again.

Yep, all good things must come to an end.  I had 7 families from my sons' school up there with us, so Boyne made some money on lessons from us.

It sure is warm back home.  1/6 and it feels like a spring day.  Crazy, enough with the warm temps, bring on the cold and snow!  I need to punch a few local hill holes in my White Gold card.
]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:44:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143060#1143060 Michiganders where you at- : It's been a slow start but... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143058#1143058 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 5:42am

It's been a slow start but thing kinda picked up this week a little in northern Michigan. But temps are now climbing again so who knows what's in store. Glad to see you'll be headed back soon, make it home safe so you can ride man!]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:42:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143058#1143058 Michiganders where you at- : Sorry to jump into this forum... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143056#1143056 Author: fadam
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2012 at 5:14am

Sorry to jump into this forum so late but I just found this site not long ago. I hear the snow conditions in Michigan have not been that great so far this year. It has been snowing pretty good here in Afghanistan. I just ordered a new board and hoping for a late snow so I can use it when I get back home as I'm coming close to the end of this tour. ]]> Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:14:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1143056#1143056 Michiganders where you at- : Fingers crossed on that, maybe... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142977#1142977 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/05/2012 at 8:27pm

Fingers crossed on that, maybe should cross all them and toes too lol]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:27:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142977#1142977 Michiganders where you at- : 2 TB drives are pretty cheap... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142940#1142940 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/05/2012 at 7:05pm

2 TB drives are pretty cheap these days.  I've got an external 1 T and I'm glad I did.  HD video takes up so much space.
Hopefully that box is sitting there tommrow when you get home.  It's always a good day when you get a new toy.
]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:05:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142940#1142940 Michiganders where you at- : No, still nothing in the communication... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142753#1142753 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/05/2012 at 1:03pm

No, still nothing in the communication part. Keep hoping when I get home there will be a nice box sitting there waiting for me and I'll be content. Been looking at all kinds of different lenses for it, some cheap and some expensive. I know I'm going to be taking a million pictures to learn as much as I can about different settings and their effects. Might be time to get an external hard drive lol]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:03:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142753#1142753 Michiganders where you at- : @ ctoma- bout having to come... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142732#1142732 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/05/2012 at 12:37pm

@ ctoma- Cry bout having to come home.  Felt the same way leaving the north this past monday.  Smile for the good time you did have though.  You'll be coming home to spring as it'll be in the 50's here again.
 
@chips-  Yeah, the urban stuff was where my dad really dug when he got started.   Lately he's into waterfalls, underwater, and safari type stuff.  It's a gift if you've got an eye for that stuff man.  I occasionally take some good shots myself, but then I look at someone like my dad's work and realize I just don't have "it".   With your eye I bet we could get some really sweet board shots then.  Dude with the cam get back at you yet?
]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:37:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142732#1142732 Michiganders where you at- : Been at Boyne Highlands since... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142164#1142164 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/04/2012 at 1:19pm

Been at Boyne Highlands since Monday.  Tuesday morning was good, some fresh untouched snow on a lot of the runs.  My kids had a private ski lesson yesterday, too, and the instructor had them going down a couple of black diamond runs.
 
Sadly leaving for home tomorrow.
]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:19:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142164#1142164 Michiganders where you at- : No I haven't but it's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142148#1142148 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/04/2012 at 12:41pm

No I haven't but it's something I am interested in doing. I showed our video guy the normal pics I take with my iPhone or normal point an shoot camera and he was amazed. I just enjoy it. My fav thing is finding nature spots in the city. Took like 60 pics in Chicago of just some of the parks and little green spots. I had people asking me if I could send them prints lol]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:41:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142148#1142148 Michiganders where you at- : Have you ever taken a photog... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142117#1142117 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/04/2012 at 12:02pm

Have you ever taken a photog class chips?  My dad is way into photography, he used to have a darkroom in the basement (back in the olden days before digital).   I dig it but I don't have an eye.]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:02:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1142117#1142117 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by bataleon155the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141837#1141837 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 6:43pm

Originally posted by bataleon155

the camera is called evil, not dslr just to be clear. what a steal for that price though. if it's a full retail, nah, won't even think about those evil camera. i heard the newer model is pretty awesome. too bad, not many lenses to choose from though.

Still just as good from all ive read and been told by the guy who shoots all of my family business videos.  And contrary to what you said about lens choices, theres plenty.  there are a ton of adapters to purchase for 15-30 dollars online to allow you to run many different lenses. Id choose one of the Evils anyday, I prefer compact setups and not some heavy huge camera like my parents have.
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:43:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141837#1141837 Michiganders where you at- : the camera is called evil, not... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141813#1141813 Author: bataleon155
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 6:08pm

the camera is called evil, not dslr just to be clear. what a steal for that price though. if it's a full retail, nah, won't even think about those evil camera. i heard the newer model is pretty awesome. too bad, not many lenses to choose from though.
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:08:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141813#1141813 Michiganders where you at- : Probably going to ride tommrow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141755#1141755 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 4:00pm

Probably going to ride tommrow evening now, sometime after 6.  That way I can keep making snow for a few more hours.  I've just got some snow to move around (made too much in one spot) and we're good to go.  Hit me up if you want to drop by.  Hopefully this sore neck will be gone by then.  Took a nice tumble at Cab the other day.  Feels great. LOL]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:00:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141755#1141755 Michiganders where you at- : what i would give to be riding... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141738#1141738 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 3:39pm


what i would give to be riding at boyne right now!
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:39:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141738#1141738 Michiganders where you at- : yeah buddy! finally off work... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141702#1141702 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 2:52pm


yeah buddy! finally off work so I can post it lol

dude im excited to see your yard and all the snow!
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:52:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141702#1141702 Michiganders where you at- : Nice.I love ebay. That's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141668#1141668 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 2:12pm

Nice.  I love ebay.  That's one of the first places I go to look for stuff.  ]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:12:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141668#1141668 Michiganders where you at- : eBay bro! I got the cam, flash... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141645#1141645 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 12:46pm

eBay bro! I got the cam, flash card, lens, charger and battery, removable flash(light), and case for 350 when it's normally like 800. I'm a photography buff and ha my eye on this model for a long time. Check it out on the purchase page. It's tiny!]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:46:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141645#1141645 Michiganders where you at- : hells yeah. That's what... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141642#1141642 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 12:33pm

hells yeah.  That's what I'm talkin' bout.   We've got an hd cam, but it's a pocket cam, so the pic is no where near what a good (like yours) cams would be.  That's one thing I've got to try and talk the wife into is letting me get a nice camera.]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:33:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141642#1141642 Michiganders where you at- : Yes running sucks, but it let's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141632#1141632 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 12:08pm

Yes running sucks, but it let's me eat ANYTHING lol.

I don't know if you've seen my latest big purchase in the purchase thread but I got a badass Sony digital slr camera with 18-55 lens coming in soon. Shoots hd video too. I'll be able take some sweet pics of the lab. Looking to get a wide angle and fisheye lens as well! Be sweet to do a fisheye on someone grinding the box]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:08:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141632#1141632 Michiganders where you at- : running=gross. To me at least.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141597#1141597 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 11:11am

running=gross.  To me at least.  Everyone I know runs, and I know I should, but ever since I got fat I just don't feel like trying.  That and when my back went bad running hurt. 
 
I'm working on the wall right now, The approach is pretty much done, working the drop in for it and the car stall.  This wind is tough to work with, I can't seem to get the snow to go where I want.  The Hood Lab is close, stay tuned.....
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:11:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141597#1141597 Michiganders where you at- : Oh I might just take you up on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141493#1141493 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 7:20am

Oh I might just take you up on that offer snowj! I'll be home just in time fr the daily drawing lol. Hopefully my legs aren't hurting later (started running again yesterday 1.78miles straight in 14 mins)]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 07:20:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141493#1141493 Michiganders where you at- : I've got the snow gun... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141485#1141485 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/03/2012 at 6:54am

I've got the snow gun going, if you need a fix between now and next weekend let me know brotha.  We might ride tonight out back.
 
Mike, Shanty is pretty cool.  The main mountain is the better of the two peaks.  I don't even think we hit Summit (I think that's the smaller of the two) because it wasn't worth it (according to the guy we went with).   It's alright there.  They usually have some features in the woods between the two parks they have.  Some pretty decent features too.  The half sucked when we went last year, but the other features make up for it.  Some nice wooded runs too if they have the pow for it.  No one goes in there so you'll have all the freshies you want if they have coverage.
]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:54:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141485#1141485 Michiganders where you at- : going to boyne next weekend myself... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141405#1141405 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/02/2012 at 9:25pm

going to boyne next weekend myself (not this one coming up)  for my brothers birthday and get to ride for free :D  thanks to my moms b/f.  Just bought my little bro a new jacket on here for his bday.  Such a lucky little dude.

I hear they got 8" the past day.  wish i was riding there.
]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 21:25:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141405#1141405 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was super fun yesterday!!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141337#1141337 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/02/2012 at 6:15pm

Cab was super fun yesterday!!  Took the day off today to let some more snow fall.  Back to Cab tomorrow and Wednesday!  I hope they didn't super groom.. like they have a tendency to do.

I need to hit up Shanty creek and take advantage of my $10 lift tix there w/ my season pass for Cab.  It is one place I have never been.  Anyone have info on Shanty Creek/ Schuss Mt ?



]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 18:15:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141337#1141337 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by HAVEN2135Awesome... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141326#1141326 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/02/2012 at 5:57pm

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Awesome to see southwest Michigan finally getting some snow. 6 inches and Bittersweet and Timber Ridge. 
Killer.  My little bro lives out that way and had been saying he had nothing to work with.  He made boxes and a rail and hasn't been able to use them.  I was hoping that lake effect would hit the SW, bout time!
 
Just wish SE could get a taste of it now.  Got my snowgun going though, so this week might be alright around here after all.
]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:57:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141326#1141326 Michiganders where you at- : Awesome to see southwest Michigan... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141205#1141205 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/02/2012 at 11:43am

Awesome to see southwest Michigan finally getting some snow. 6 inches and Bittersweet and Timber Ridge. ]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:43:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141205#1141205 Michiganders where you at- : So jealous snowj! I am at work... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141185#1141185 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/02/2012 at 10:35am

So jealous snowj! I am at work or I'd have headed out that way and stayed over night. Kinda thinking about going to holly if I get off at a reasonable time today lol]]> Mon, 02 Jan 2012 10:35:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1141185#1141185 Michiganders where you at- : The morning rain gave way to a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140984#1140984 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/01/2012 at 7:13pm

The morning rain gave way to a beautiful blizzard. I so did not want to Leave the hill. If my binding wouldn't have worked loose I would have had another 20 minutes.]]> Sun, 01 Jan 2012 19:13:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140984#1140984 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720C... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140726#1140726 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 10:14pm

Originally posted by snowj720

C don't you work in the winter? Or is using that white gold pass your full-time job now?

Haha... yes, I work year-round but my kids have the first week of January off so I planned a little Boyne Highlands get-away and advertised it in the school newsletter.  I was a little disappointed just 7 families signed up (especially considering the group rate Boyne gave us) but it's a new event for the school so I'm hoping we can make it an annual trip.

Regarding the White Gold card I have just 3 punch-holes on it, I plan on getting at least 7 - 9 more.

Sooooo, anyone else going to be at B-Highlands 1/2 - 1/5?


]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:14:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140726#1140726 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720Blizzard... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140700#1140700 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 8:40pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Blizzard warning for the manistee and surrounding areas. 10-20" predicted between tonight and 7 pm Monday. MikeD., C, this area is about to get powdery.


Yes sir!!!!  Can't wait!!!! The next 3 days are going to be sick!!!!

Cab was super fun today!  The 2-3'' they got last night made the conditions awesome today, at least it was awesome while I was there from 3-8.  The snow conditions got better the later it became.

SOOOOOOOOOOOOO Stoked for tomorrow!!!!!!  Big smile
]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:40:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140700#1140700 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720Blizzard... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140683#1140683 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 7:37pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Blizzard warning for the manistee and surrounding areas. 10-20" predicted between tonight and 7 pm Monday. MikeD., C, this area is about to get powdery.

WTH!! you just beat me to posting this.  i was just on weather.com checking our area and up north. I want to board tomorrow so bad!
]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 19:37:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140683#1140683 Michiganders where you at- : Blizzard warning for the manistee... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140682#1140682 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 7:32pm

Blizzard warning for the manistee and surrounding areas. 10-20" predicted between tonight and 7 pm Monday. MikeD., C, this area is about to get powdery. ]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 19:32:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140682#1140682 Michiganders where you at- : Hey thanks for the advice everyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140654#1140654 Author: teepomonkey
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 5:05pm

Hey thanks for the advice everyone looks like Boyne it is! Now just need to find ways to make the pricing cheap for my broke self and friends. Hahahaa some things never change...

Also, happy new year everyone!!]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:05:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140654#1140654 Michiganders where you at- : im itching to go boarding right... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140575#1140575 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 12:50pm

im itching to go boarding right now:/ but this weather sucks bad. I want to ride like no ones business since i went last week and its not looking too good right now lol]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:50:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140575#1140575 Michiganders where you at- : C don't you work in the winter?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140570#1140570 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 12:28pm

C don't you work in the winter? Or is using that white gold pass your full-time job now?]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:28:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140570#1140570 Michiganders where you at- : Finalizing the plans for 7 families... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140522#1140522 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 10:03am

Finalizing the plans for 7 families heading up to Boyne Highlands on Monday.  

If anyone is planning on riding at BH 1/2 - 1/5 let me know, I'll be there!
]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 10:03:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140522#1140522 Michiganders where you at- : I'd agree with the rest... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140216#1140216 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/30/2011 at 12:19pm

I'd agree with the rest of the guys.  Boyne mountain is great for all levels.  They have a really nice free beginner area.  Not sure if shanty has that.  Nubs also has a free beginners area.
 
Hey MikeD- got those cab passes today.  Thank you thank you thank you.  That's super awesome.  We are for sure hittin' it up.  I'll keep an eye out for you Sunday.  Hopefully the rain their talking about turns to snow for us. 
]]> Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:19:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1140216#1140216 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139969#1139969 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 6:59pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by ctoma

Good to hear it's snowing west and north... now it has to hit southeast MI.  

MikeD - Sounds like you had a good trip up to Caberfae.  I need to revisit that place.  Maybe my next White Gold card 3 day weekend:  Caberfae, Crystal (since we skipped Crystal last weekend) and.... I dunno.  We used our cards for both Boynes and Nubs last weekend.


If U do a Fri-Sunday trip U could do Crystal, Cab and Cab.  I have coupons for $12 lift tix for Sundays, we could meet-up. I could mail some to you or w/e.  They have them at a local shop.  I grabbed at least 30 to hand out to ppl.

Anyone else who wants to ride, or have me send them a few coupons for Sundays, can hit me up too.
Hey Mike do you still have some of those 12 Tickets? Could you mail me a few?]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:59:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139969#1139969 Michiganders where you at- : Boyne for the win, was there Monday... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139964#1139964 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 6:54pm

Boyne for the win, was there Monday and most the open runs were the beginners. It's going to be more open to ride too. I wish I was up there now!]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:54:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139964#1139964 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by teepomonkeyIf... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139920#1139920 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 5:04pm

Originally posted by teepomonkey

If you're a pure beginner would it be better to go to shanty creek or boyne mountain? I'm bringing some people that have never gone before and I've never gone to either of those places.    


Boyne Mt is bigger and has more runs than Shanty Creek.  There are a lot of great beginner runs at Boyne Mt.  I would recommend going there.
]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:04:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139920#1139920 Michiganders where you at- : Crystal had their demo day today,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139918#1139918 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 4:53pm

Crystal had their demo day today, however it was a little disappointing that Burton was the only snowboard company there. I got to ride the sherlock and the custom flying V. I thought the Sherlock was a lot smoother.  I was surprised that K2 only brought skis, as they were there.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:53:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139918#1139918 Michiganders where you at- : I have never been to Shanty, but... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139917#1139917 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 4:51pm

I have never been to Shanty, but Boyne has plenty of beginner runs.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:51:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139917#1139917 Michiganders where you at- : If you're a pure beginner... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139910#1139910 Author: teepomonkey
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 4:32pm

If you're a pure beginner would it be better to go to shanty creek or boyne mountain? I'm bringing some people that have never gone before and I've never gone to either of those places.    ]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:32:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139910#1139910 Michiganders where you at- : I can't wait! I am gonna... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139897#1139897 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 4:04pm

I can't wait!  I am gonna to kill it sunday.  Big smile  or die tryin'.  ]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 16:04:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139897#1139897 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by HAVEN2135Up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139809#1139809 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 12:49pm

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Up at Crystal and the conditions are impressive. They have done a great job of getting the slopes ready. 


Same deal at Caberfae!  The new snow guns they bought are really nice!  I can't believe it's man made. The south peak is opening tomorrow.  And they are expecting 3''
]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:49:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139809#1139809 Michiganders where you at- : Up at Crystal and the conditions... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139335#1139335 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 10:09am

Up at Crystal and the conditions are impressive. They have done a great job of getting the slopes ready. ]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:09:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139335#1139335 Michiganders where you at- : I was looking up new pants and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139273#1139273 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 7:48am

I was looking up new pants and jacket for him since it's his birthday two weeks. He needs nice stuff lol. It's definitely great to be able to do these things for the kids. They absolutely love it and look up to us.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:48:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139273#1139273 Michiganders where you at- : It finally snowed! it so sad my... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139251#1139251 Author: TGozdor
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 7:13am

It finally snowed! it so sad my local resorts were closed 4 a little bit]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 07:13:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139251#1139251 Michiganders where you at- : It's almost like having... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139245#1139245 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 6:56am

It's almost like having a kid without all the responsiblity right?   At least the good parts.  One of my buddies is going to get his daughter going in the next season or two.  Last time I was at a shop I found her a little board and boots and bindings.  It's cool being a mentor of sorts.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:56:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139245#1139245 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 It's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139084#1139084 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 6:15pm

Originally posted by snowj720

It's finally starting to stick around here.  And the temps are supposed to be dropping.  Time for me to start making some snow to help mother nature out.
 
No snap chips, white out in W. Branch?  That's a good thing.  That means the Wellston area is probably getting some too.  Maybe I will get to play in the woods after all up there.  Sweet you got to ride with little bro.  You know that meant the world to him, you're a good older brother man.  Puts a smile on my face seeing the pics.  It's pretty rad that we're a part of something that includes kids of all ages.Smile
 
Nothing at Cab yet is kind of a bummer.  We'll probably hit it up on sunday I'm thinkin'.  If you're up there Mike and willing to give up two or three of those passes that would be super sweet (even one would help out our total cost).  We'd fo show rip that place up for that cheap of a ticket.
Did they have the wall at Cab last year?  It's probably been like 4 seasons ago we were there, wasn't sure if it was a yearly feature.

it made my day to be able to take him. i mean he has a pass and all but we havent got to go the past 3 years and now we finally were able to.  but now instead of looking for cool snowboard gear for myself, i find im looking for stuff on here for him haha,
]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:15:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1139084#1139084 Michiganders where you at- : pm'd Mike. How has their... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138980#1138980 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 2:09pm

pm'd Mike.  How has their park been at Cab?  It wasn't much to speak of when we were there, but it was still fun.  
Three features is better than no features.  Hopefully they'll add a few by the weekend.  You guys still getting snow over there?  I don't think we're going to end up with any accumulation out of this.Cry
]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:09:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138980#1138980 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 It's... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138949#1138949 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 12:57pm

Originally posted by snowj720

It's finally starting to stick around here.  And the temps are supposed to be dropping.  Time for me to start making some snow to help mother nature out.
 
No snap chips, white out in W. Branch?  That's a good thing.  That means the Wellston area is probably getting some too.  Maybe I will get to play in the woods after all up there.  Sweet you got to ride with little bro.  You know that meant the world to him, you're a good older brother man.  Puts a smile on my face seeing the pics.  It's pretty rad that we're a part of something that includes kids of all ages.Smile
 
Nothing at Cab yet is kind of a bummer.  We'll probably hit it up on sunday I'm thinkin'.  If you're up there Mike and willing to give up two or three of those passes that would be super sweet (even one would help out our total cost).  We'd fo show rip that place up for that cheap of a ticket.
Did they have the wall at Cab last year?  It's probably been like 4 seasons ago we were there, wasn't sure if it was a yearly feature.


I'm planning on being at Cab on Sunday!  I could mail U a stack of coupons if U would like.  Just send me a PM w/ your address and I will get them in the mail right away.  Or we could meet-up... but a lot of time, on the weekends esp, my friends and I go from about 2 until close to avoid the crowds.  Unless it's a pow day!!!  Big smile

They did have the wall setup last season.  2 dif ways,  as a wall ride and as a rail of death.  I hope they up the park this season when they finally get the park features out. 
Park update for Cab:
The Park Crew set up a box line on Lower Easy Street yesterday: Flat-Down Box, Flat Box and a C Box.
]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:57:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138949#1138949 Michiganders where you at- : It's finally starting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138931#1138931 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 12:12pm

It's finally starting to stick around here.  And the temps are supposed to be dropping.  Time for me to start making some snow to help mother nature out.
 
No snap chips, white out in W. Branch?  That's a good thing.  That means the Wellston area is probably getting some too.  Maybe I will get to play in the woods after all up there.  Sweet you got to ride with little bro.  You know that meant the world to him, you're a good older brother man.  Puts a smile on my face seeing the pics.  It's pretty rad that we're a part of something that includes kids of all ages.Smile
 
Nothing at Cab yet is kind of a bummer.  We'll probably hit it up on sunday I'm thinkin'.  If you're up there Mike and willing to give up two or three of those passes that would be super sweet (even one would help out our total cost).  We'd fo show rip that place up for that cheap of a ticket.
Did they have the wall at Cab last year?  It's probably been like 4 seasons ago we were there, wasn't sure if it was a yearly feature.
]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:12:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138931#1138931 Michiganders where you at- : Uh I just pulled over, been in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138805#1138805 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 7:37am

Uh I just pulled over, been in a crazy white out from before west branch. Saw 7 cars wrecked too :/]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:37:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138805#1138805 Michiganders where you at- : We are finally getting some snow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138800#1138800 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 7:22am

We are finally getting some snow in SE Michigan.  It's barely covering the ground but it is a start...]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:22:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138800#1138800 Michiganders where you at- : Southwest Michigan finally gets... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138798#1138798 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2011 at 7:19am

Southwest Michigan finally gets some snow. We got about an inch so far and it is still falling lightly. ]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 07:19:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138798#1138798 Michiganders where you at- : ^Nice! I remember teaching my... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138743#1138743 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 11:41pm

^Nice!  I remember teaching my little bro (who is now is 29, 6'2 235.  hahahaha)  back in the day.  He and I went riding on x-mas at Cab from 4-9.  it was a great time!  Always awesome to shred w/ 'little' bro! Big smile






Originally posted by snowj720

YESSSSSS!!!!!  Just in time.  I want to play in the woods. 
Do they have many features up?   Do they still have that wall?  I liked that feature a lot, not too many places have a good wall ride it seems.

They have no features up at Cab yet.. idk why..  the spot they have been setting up the  'little jibbers park' on the Shelter Run just recently.... and 'Tammy's Jib Park' was not set-up either..  They are saying the south peak will open Fri.
]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 23:41:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138743#1138743 Michiganders where you at- : Yes it is! Spoiled him today.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138594#1138594 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 3:29pm

Yes it is! Spoiled him today. Got him the face bandanna a burton belt and some new gloves. Then all the junk food he wanted lol. It was great!]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:29:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138594#1138594 Michiganders where you at- : Anytime you get to ride with the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138588#1138588 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 3:16pm

Anytime you get to ride with the family is a good time.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:16:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138588#1138588 Michiganders where you at- : Well today was great. Not too... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138578#1138578 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 3:01pm

Well today was great. Not too many people out so got a ton of runs in. Everything was groomed well and not too choppy. I found a little powder spot on ramshead and was teaching my brother how to ride it. Little man caught on quick. Kept making hot laps in this area. Also there was a straight shot to the warming hut deck. We kept riding off it and having fun. I was cruising on my new x8 and union forces and boy was it so much fun. Was worried about it holding an edge but man it was so great. Honestly today was the best time I have had in a long time. Prolly because it was with my little brother.





]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:01:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138578#1138578 Michiganders where you at- : Tear it up chips! Awesome... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138510#1138510 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 10:11am

Tear it up chips!  Awesome to ride with your little bro.  I've had the pleasure of boarding with all three of my little brothers (well, little might not be the word for guys over 6').  I've just never got to ride with more than two at a time.  I'm trying to talk the family into going to the cabin next xmas so we can all go ride on xmas day.]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 10:11:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138510#1138510 Michiganders where you at- : Day 1 is about to officially start... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138471#1138471 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 6:21am

Day 1 is about to officially start for me :) plus I get to take my 11 year old brother for our first time together! Hope he doesn't show me up haha. Will post pics]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 06:21:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138471#1138471 Michiganders where you at- : YESSSSSS!!!!! Just in time.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138466#1138466 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/26/2011 at 5:25am

YESSSSSS!!!!!  Just in time.  I want to play in the woods. 
Do they have many features up?   Do they still have that wall?  I liked that feature a lot, not too many places have a good wall ride it seems.
]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:25:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138466#1138466 Michiganders where you at- : The coupons are not valid on 1/15/2012... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138422#1138422 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/25/2011 at 11:28pm

The coupons are not valid on 1/15/2012 and 2/19/2012.  Good every other Sunday though!

I hit Cab today w/ my brother from 4ish to 9.  It snowed a little while we were there.  The South Peak isn't open yet.  It's looking like it's getting close.  Also looks like this coming Sunday and Monday might be EPIC!  Snow showers in the forecast Thurs - Monday!!
]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 23:28:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138422#1138422 Michiganders where you at- : I might take you up on some... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138181#1138181 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/25/2011 at 8:09am

I might take you up on some of them Cab passes Mike.  Are they good on holidays?  I don't know if we were planning on hitting that next weekend or not, probably if there's not much natural laying.
I love Cab for that, the only time we went we paid like $8 a ticket or something ridiculous like that.  Their lift/lodging deals in the spring are killer too.  Very affordable hill if you find the deals.  Thumbs Up
]]> Sun, 25 Dec 2011 08:09:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138181#1138181 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaGood... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138127#1138127 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 11:44pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Good to hear it's snowing west and north... now it has to hit southeast MI.  

MikeD - Sounds like you had a good trip up to Caberfae.  I need to revisit that place.  Maybe my next White Gold card 3 day weekend:  Caberfae, Crystal (since we skipped Crystal last weekend) and.... I dunno.  We used our cards for both Boynes and Nubs last weekend.


If U do a Fri-Sunday trip U could do Crystal, Cab and Cab.  I have coupons for $12 lift tix for Sundays, we could meet-up. I could mail some to you or w/e.  They have them at a local shop.  I grabbed at least 30 to hand out to ppl.

Anyone else who wants to ride, or have me send them a few coupons for Sundays, can hit me up too.
]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 23:44:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138127#1138127 Michiganders where you at- : Good to hear it's snowing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138097#1138097 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 9:39pm

Good to hear it's snowing west and north... now it has to hit southeast MI.  

MikeD - Sounds like you had a good trip up to Caberfae.  I need to revisit that place.  Maybe my next White Gold card 3 day weekend:  Caberfae, Crystal (since we skipped Crystal last weekend) and.... I dunno.  We used our cards for both Boynes and Nubs last weekend.
]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 21:39:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138097#1138097 Michiganders where you at- : well at least we're getting... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138091#1138091 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 9:16pm

well at least we're getting something in this state finally.  My brother should be happy to see something on the ground when he gets home tommrow. 
and hopefully it'll continue all week.  I need at least a foot to go back in the woods and play.
I'd really like it to get colder here so I could make more snow. 
I did get to make some last night chips, enough to hit our boxes, but now it's a couple degrees too warm to make more tonightDead
]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 21:16:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138091#1138091 Michiganders where you at- : A little late to get out but I'm... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138014#1138014 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 1:26pm

A little late to get out but I'm on my way up to Boyne. Should be exciting to see what's going on there.]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 13:26:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1138014#1138014 Michiganders where you at- : Cab is claiming 3''... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137988#1137988 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 11:46am

Cab is claiming 3'' from last night.  So the conditions should be great for a few days up there!!


SNOW REPORT

HOLIDAY WISHES COME TRUE WITH FRESH SNOW AT THE PEAKS!

December 24, 2011
New Snow: 24 Hrs3"Slopes Open17
New Snow: 48 Hrs4"Lifts Open4
New Snow: 72 Hrs5"BaseUp to 38"
YTD Snowfall11.5"Slope ConditionsMachine Groomed, Packed Powder

Today: Scattered snow showers before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 34. South wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Christmas Day: Snow showers likely, mainly after 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 35. West wind between 10 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

We're going to have a white Christmas after all! We received the largest snowfall of the year at the Peaks with 2" to 3" of fresh snow over night. It's truly a beautiful sight. In addition, our snow machines have been running non stop since 6 pm on Thursday. The snowmaking crew has done a fantastic job getting the slopes in shape. The conditions are great, we hope to see you enjoying them. Happy Holidays!




They should be able to make some fake overnight too.  Their new snow makers make some pretty nice stuff.

We got about 2'' in GR i would say.  hope it stays! makes me happy to see it! Big smile
]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 11:46:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137988#1137988 Michiganders where you at- : YES! How much was on the ground... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137986#1137986 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 11:40am

YES!  How much was on the ground up there Mike?  How much you get in GR?]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 11:40:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137986#1137986 Michiganders where you at- : They claim that Crystal got 4... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137897#1137897 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/24/2011 at 6:28am

They claim that Crystal got 4 inches last night. How much did Cab get?

]]> Sat, 24 Dec 2011 06:28:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137897#1137897 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was great tonight!!!! It... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137842#1137842 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2011 at 10:14pm

Cab was great tonight!!!!  It started snowing at about 4:30 and was dumping by the time they closed.  The snow was awesome! there was no one there basically.  no lines from about 5:30 until close.
 Driving home to GR it was nearly whiteout conditions!!! So much snow!!  It's dumping here in GR too!  Is winter finally here!?!?!]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 22:14:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137842#1137842 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559Oh... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137640#1137640 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2011 at 12:36pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Oh Sick! I've always wondered if there were some spots to sled to around there and esp in the Manistee Forest!
I usually do come home.. actually, I have never stayed up there.. but have been thinking about it for NYE.  I will have to hit your friend up if we do!
 
Word.  Yeah, my buddy took us to a really sweet spot a few years ago where all the locals go to sled and board.  I guess there's a few other spots he's going to show us this winter.  He doesn't board, but he knows what we're looking for.  I just hope they get nailed with snow between now and new years.  A bud talked to him the other day and he said they didn't have anything on the ground.
]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:36:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137640#1137640 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chinobiz19 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137517#1137517 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2011 at 6:40am

Originally posted by chinobiz19

Originally posted by chips2853

Originally posted by chinobiz19

Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks like it'll just be a wait a see situation.  I'd rather not drive 4 hours just for 1/3 of a mountain ........ of ice, especially if they are still going to charge holiday rates. 

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maybe ill see ya there.  im going regardless of conditions lol

 

Sweet, I'll be there (either boyne highlands or mountain) on monday and tuesday.   look for a bluebird (giving it to my brother for Christmas).


I'll be at the mountain Monday for sure. Bright blue jacket, black pants and gloves, carbon and purple x8 with either mismatch winter fresh cartels or the acid and black union forces.]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:40:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137517#1137517 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137510#1137510 Author: chinobiz19
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2011 at 6:16am

Originally posted by chips2853

Originally posted by chinobiz19

Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks like it'll just be a wait a see situation.  I'd rather not drive 4 hours just for 1/3 of a mountain ........ of ice, especially if they are still going to charge holiday rates. 

maybe ill see ya there.  im going regardless of conditions lol
 
Sweet, I'll be there (either boyne highlands or mountain) on monday and tuesday.   look for a bluebird (giving it to my brother for Christmas).
]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:16:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137510#1137510 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chillmanWest... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137431#1137431 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 7:40pm

Originally posted by chillman




West Side fo life!!


Baaaaahahahaha!!

yeah the shorter drive is def nice! ESP to Cab! Going tomorrow!! I'll update ya'll on the conditions!
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:40:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137431#1137431 Michiganders where you at- : just looked at the boyne mt conditions... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137429#1137429 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 7:38pm

just looked at the boyne mt conditions and it could be decent this weekend



Our snowmaking crew was at it again overnight, pumping out snow from our fleet of BOYNE Low-E fan guns as overnight lows dipped into the teens.  Favorable overnight snowmaking temperatures are forecast through the weekend, so you can bet we'll fire up the guns as much as possible, with plans to open over 200 acres, 20-25 trails and 6-7 lifts by Saturday. Additional terrain opens up this morning, as we'll feature 10 runs and over 100 skiable acres, accessed by four lifts.  Today we'll see mostly cloudy skies with occasional flurries and highs in the high-20's.

Night skiing/riding starts tonight!  Ski & ride every night through the holidays until 9pm!

]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:38:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137429#1137429 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chinobiz19Thanks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137426#1137426 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 7:32pm

Originally posted by chinobiz19

Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks like it'll just be a wait a see situation.  I'd rather not drive 4 hours just for 1/3 of a mountain ........ of ice, especially if they are still going to charge holiday rates. 

maybe ill see ya there.  im going regardless of conditions lol
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:32:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137426#1137426 Michiganders where you at- : West Side fo life!! http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137416#1137416 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 7:13pm




West Side fo life!!
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:13:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137416#1137416 Michiganders where you at- : ^ You west-siders have a shorter... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137413#1137413 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 7:09pm

^ You west-siders have a shorter drive to the northern MI resorts, most of them take about 4 hours to reach for me.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:09:35 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137413#1137413 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137319#1137319 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 3:13pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by snowj720

Hey Mike, how long does it usually take you to get up to cab from GR?  It's just a straight shot up 131 to 55 isn't it?  Do you usually hit that?  or Timber and Bittersweet?

To Cab about 1 hr 20 mins ish.  Yeah a straight shot north on 131. Not to bad at all.
I haven't been to Timber for yrs. although I like the terrain.  I went to bittersweet a few times 2 seasons ago when they got some good snow.  They are about 1 hr and 1 hr 15 mins or so from me. I usually hit Cab becuz it's so close and I have a pass there.

Dang somebody drives fast, takes me about an hour 40 mins..
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:13:08 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137319#1137319 Michiganders where you at- : Oh Sick! I&#039;ve always wondered... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137314#1137314 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 3:08pm

Oh Sick! I've always wondered if there were some spots to sled to around there and esp in the Manistee Forest!
I usually do come home.. actually, I have never stayed up there.. but have been thinking about it for NYE.  I will have to hit your friend up if we do!
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:08:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137314#1137314 Michiganders where you at- : Nice. I&#039;d hit Cab too then.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137309#1137309 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 3:02pm

Nice.  I'd hit Cab too then.  I've got to drive about an hour to get to hills real similar to Bitter and Timber, if I could go an extra 20 minutes for something like Cab I'd be all over it.

You probably just drive home after then, eh?  If you ever crash up there go about 5-10 minutes west on 55 and look for the Wildwood cabins.  A buddy of mine runs 'em.  We'll be there New Years so we might be hitting Cab (or just taking out the sled and finding mini-backcountry spots).
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:02:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137309#1137309 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137299#1137299 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 2:52pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Hey Mike, how long does it usually take you to get up to cab from GR?  It's just a straight shot up 131 to 55 isn't it?  Do you usually hit that?  or Timber and Bittersweet?

To Cab about 1 hr 20 mins ish.  Yeah a straight shot north on 131. Not to bad at all.
I haven't been to Timber for yrs. although I like the terrain.  I went to bittersweet a few times 2 seasons ago when they got some good snow.  They are about 1 hr and 1 hr 15 mins or so from me. I usually hit Cab becuz it's so close and I have a pass there.
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:52:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137299#1137299 Michiganders where you at- : Haha suckers! I&#039;ll be up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137288#1137288 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 2:35pm

Haha suckers! I'll be up there this Saturday staring at Boyne mt from my old bed room and hitting the slopes up as well :p so stoked, new unions will be here in the morning too!]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:35:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137288#1137288 Michiganders where you at- : Hey Mike, how long does it... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137280#1137280 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 2:26pm

Hey Mike, how long does it usually take you to get up to cab from GR?  It's just a straight shot up 131 to 55 isn't it?  Do you usually hit that?  or Timber and Bittersweet?]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:26:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137280#1137280 Michiganders where you at- : I hope so. I watch their (well... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137276#1137276 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 2:21pm

I hope so.  I watch their (well the whole states) weather too.  I've been looking at the MTU cams and they've has soooo little snow.  My bro went to school up there and would tell me about snow on Halloween.  I know it'll snow up there, it's just getting a really late start this year.  I want glorious crotch deep pow again.Star]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:21:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137276#1137276 Michiganders where you at- : U never know with lake effect..... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137267#1137267 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 2:10pm

U never know with lake effect.. a ft+ can drop fast in west MI. and next weekend that just may happen At least at Cab..   And I'm an optimist.. positive vibes man!!

There will be plenty of snow at Bohemia by late Jan and early Feb. I have been watching the weather up there too, religiously LOL.  ft drop up there all the time. the volcano will be good to go Big smile
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:10:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137267#1137267 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559The... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137249#1137249 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 1:33pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

The northern resorts have been getting snow. The next week is looking better than any week so far this season.  There are a few inches in the forecast for all the northern MI resorts the next 2 days (according to weather.com)  Fingers crossed for a pow day soon!
 
I'm crossing everything hoping we have enough snow up at bohemia.  They don't even have a projected opening day they've got so little snow.  
It has been cold enough up there for the resorts to make snow, so they'll be alright, but I think we're all still weeks away from a pow day.
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:33:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137249#1137249 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chinobiz19Thanks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137222#1137222 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 12:40pm

Originally posted by chinobiz19

Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks like it'll just be a wait a see situation.  I'd rather not drive 4 hours just for 1/3 of a mountain ........ of ice, especially if they are still going to charge holiday rates. 

I guess it depends on how bad you want to ride.  My buddy and I have been talking about riding since last season ended so while the snow wasn't the best and the number of runs closed outnumbered the open runs it was still worth it in my opinion. 
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:40:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137222#1137222 Michiganders where you at- : The northern resorts have been... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137219#1137219 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 12:35pm

The northern resorts have been getting snow. The next week is looking better than any week so far this season.  There are a few inches in the forecast for all the northern MI resorts the next 2 days (according to weather.com)  Fingers crossed for a pow day soon!]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:35:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137219#1137219 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137213#1137213 Author: chinobiz19
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 12:25pm

Thanks for the input Ctoma, looks like it'll just be a wait a see situation.  I'd rather not drive 4 hours just for 1/3 of a mountain ........ of ice, especially if they are still going to charge holiday rates. ]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:25:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137213#1137213 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chinobiz19hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137176#1137176 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 11:25am

Originally posted by chinobiz19

hey guys, coming home next week for the holidays and I booked a room in Gaylord...Any snow in the Boyne area??   Thinking about canceling my room....    Thanks!

I was at Nubs, Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain last weekend:

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by ctoma

Northern MI Report

Nubs Nob:  Roughly 25% of the runs and 3 chairs were open.  Conditions were icy except for 1 run on the back which was surprisingly powder.  The downside of the powder run was boarding past the snow guns once you reach the halfway point of the run.  Grey skies, bitter winds.  Not the best conditions but I was happy to be riding.

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain Highlands

Sunday:  Crystal Mountain Boyne Highlands Mountain (change of plans since Crystal has very little open)


Day 2, Boyne Highlands:  Roughly 33% of the runs and chairs open.  Blue sky, sun and better snow conditions than yesterday at Nubs.  North and South Challenger runs were chunky, Challenger Terrain Park kicked my ass (literally), Heather and K2 runs were in decent condition, Little John was decent.  Months after winning a Bluebird I finally get a chance to ride it, definitely stiffer and longer than my Rome Postermania, took some getting used to.  Also spotted a Stunt while riding, I think it was the first time I saw a Sierra board on the slopes.

Enjoying a North Peak Brewing Company Diabolical IPA while watching college football (Famous Idaho Potato Bowl?  Seriously?).

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain

Day 3, Boyne Mountain:  Roughly 25% of the runs and lifts open.  Grey skies and a bit windy.  South, Center and North McClouth were a combination of fluffy and chunky (strange, I know), lost an edge a few times and ate some chunky ice.  Victor and Aurora were okay, cut through Deer Run a few times to hit a couple of small features in Funland.  My buddy and I were dragging ass most of the day, I think our legs were shot from the previous 2 days of riding.  Boyne's Mountain Express lift got crowded as the morning changed to afternoon, saw a few skiers decked out in hunting jackets and hats.  Spotted a Sierra Crew on the slopes today, 2nd Sierra board spotting in 2 days.

Overall it was a great opening weekend.  Day 2 at Boyne Highlands was the highlight of the weekend, great weather and the best conditions of the 3 hills.  I am worn out, tired and sore.  Back to work and reality tomorrow.
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:25:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137176#1137176 Michiganders where you at- : hey guys, coming home next week... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137172#1137172 Author: chinobiz19
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2011 at 11:21am

hey guys, coming home next week for the holidays and I booked a room in Gaylord...Any snow in the Boyne area??   Thinking about canceling my room....    Thanks!]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:21:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1137172#1137172 Michiganders where you at- : word. I figured. Plus the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136784#1136784 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/21/2011 at 1:16pm

word.  I figured.  Plus the bindings are a size too small for him.   Bummer.  That's a good deal C's got there. 
]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 13:16:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136784#1136784 Michiganders where you at- : Bluebird is like a freeriding... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136641#1136641 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/21/2011 at 8:52am

Bluebird is like a freeriding pow board. Not park, its 5mm taper. Similar to the burton guru. So its not a "pow pow pow" board because it lacks sufficient taper but yeah.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:52:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136641#1136641 Michiganders where you at- : Let me ask a buddy ctoma.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136638#1136638 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/21/2011 at 8:47am

Let me ask a buddy ctoma.  My bud was thinking about buying the burton I had for sale for around the same price.  Maybe he'd want it.  Is it playful enough for park, or all pow pow fun?
 
 
Wow, can't believe that was your first time to nubs.  Bummer they weren't fully functional, that would have given you a better impression of it.  This crappy early season es no bueno.  I think we're going to shot for later in the season to hit Nubs, you can't go wrong in march there.
]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:47:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136638#1136638 Michiganders where you at- : ive always been lucky that whatever... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136343#1136343 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 3:32pm

ive always been lucky that whatever i pick up i adapt to and love to ride. only had one bad board and it was because my ex bought it and bought the wrong size, i had a custom 56 so she got me elite 55 and was way too narrow for me and my balance was jacked up.  i fell more on that board than when i was learning to snowboard.

im buying a pair of forces tonight :D  have to gangster lean on my X8 in the powder for that bohemia deal though lol
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:32:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136343#1136343 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136332#1136332 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 3:23pm

Originally posted by chips2853

hey ctoma, what the heck you doing hijacking my thread??? haha jk jk. post pics bro this is our thread :)   

how did you like the board?  I dont care for the graphic but if it performs it should be a fun  and cant go wrong!

Consider the thread hijacked.  Wink

Well, I don't think the Bluebird is a match for me.  I rode it for a few hours on Saturday at Boyne Highlands in conditions that weren't ideal for it (snow covered ice).  I guess I like my Postermania/Targa setup so much I do not need a second setup.

I'll get some photos posted up later tonight.  I was thinking about selling the board and bindings for around $225 local, $250 shipped.
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:23:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136332#1136332 Michiganders where you at- : hey ctoma, what the heck you doing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136324#1136324 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 3:13pm

hey ctoma, what the heck you doing hijacking my thread??? haha jk jk. post pics bro this is our thread :)   

how did you like the board?  I dont care for the graphic but if it performs it should be a fun  and cant go wrong!
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:13:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136324#1136324 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by bjvinsonHow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136273#1136273 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 1:49pm

Originally posted by bjvinson

How much for the Bluebird? Is it last year's?

I would like to sell the Bluebird with the bindings to someone local (Michigan), but to answer your question, yes, it's last year's model (I believe the only year the Bluebird was made).
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:49:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136273#1136273 Michiganders where you at- : How much for the Bluebird? Is... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136267#1136267 Author: bjvinson
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 1:36pm

How much for the Bluebird? Is it last year's?]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:36:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136267#1136267 Michiganders where you at- : Slightly off topic, anyone local... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136265#1136265 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 1:34pm

Slightly off topic, anyone local interested in buying a Sierra Bluebird (156) with Rome S90 binders (S/M, blue/yellow)?  Used for about 3 hours, clean and almost new.]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:34:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136265#1136265 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by iamjason10how... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136043#1136043 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 6:19am

Originally posted by iamjason10

how was nubs park CTOMA?

There wasn't much open, they had about 4 smaller features setup along the treeline of Dories Bowl.  The snowguns were running full tilt between Revelry and Dories Bowl which covered the rails and boxes.  They seemed a little sketchy so I hit 1 box and called it done.

Originally posted by snowj720

  
Hey ctoma, how's the smaller half at nubs?  I doubt it's open yet. We didn't get to hit nubs last season, did you?  I always hated taking the tow rope to ride the 18'.  I hope the new half is cut as nice as the old one.  Of course the old one was probably in great shape cuz no one rode it.

Last weekend was my first time at Nubs.  I probably would have liked it more if more runs and lifts were open, but northern MI has been almost as weather-challenged as we have in southern MI.  3 lifts (Green, Red, Purple) were open and about 8 or 9 runs.  The conditions were pretty tough, a thin layer of snow on ice.  The Scarface and Smokey runs were tough considering the conditions, I took a few bounces down both runs.  The best snow we found was the ungroomed top of Dories Bowl, it was soft and quite fluffy.  Nubs appeared to have this part closed off but we asked the lifty if we can ride it and he shrugged his shoulders so I took that as a "yes".  This part (top part of Dories Bowl) was great but then once you rode out of the fluff you had to ride past the snowguns which felt like tiny needles hitting your face.  We liked the top of the run so much we put up with the facial microdermabrasion that hit us at the halfway point of the run.

According to Nubs' web site they now have:

Number of Runs Open:    15 including a few on Nub's South!
Number of Lifts Open:  5
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:19:07 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136043#1136043 Michiganders where you at- : Funny story, dated my ex for over... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136040#1136040 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 6:12am

Funny story, dated my ex for over 4 years and saw every stupid girl show ever and obviously knew somewhat what was going on. When I started dating my new girl she gave me crap and acted like it was weird I knew what was going on in these shows yet she's making me watch it just like the ex did lol. And we're weird for it??? Woman!]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:12:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136040#1136040 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136029#1136029 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/20/2011 at 5:45am

Originally posted by chips2853

hey itll always be better than the garbage they try and get us to watch on tv lol
I second that emotion. 
 
Hey ctoma, how's the smaller half at nubs?  I doubt it's open yet. We didn't get to hit nubs last season, did you?  I always hated taking the tow rope to ride the 18'.  I hope the new half is cut as nice as the old one.  Of course the old one was probably in great shape cuz no one rode it.
]]> Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:45:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1136029#1136029 Michiganders where you at- : I went to nubs last year and wasn&#039;t... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135928#1135928 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 8:09pm

I went to nubs last year and wasn't a fan. Did they change it this year?]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:09:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135928#1135928 Michiganders where you at- : how was nubs park CTOMA? http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135910#1135910 Author: iamjason10
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 7:02pm

how was nubs park CTOMA?]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:02:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135910#1135910 Michiganders where you at- : hey itll always be better than... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135893#1135893 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 5:54pm

hey itll always be better than the garbage they try and get us to watch on tv lol]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:54:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135893#1135893 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135806#1135806 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 2:54pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by chips2853

hey ctoma, did you take any pics?  i always like when people post what all theyve done, specially here

No photos although we did take some video but it's quite boring video (I enjoy watching it but my wife told me it's boring when I showed her last night).
 
I think the women folk usually get bored with the footage.  Raw footage is hard to watch sometimes
]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:54:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135806#1135806 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135744#1135744 Author: batmanwest
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 1:12pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by chips2853

Damn woman stealing us guys thunder! Lol my girl did the same thing to me last year

After watching spenser's Alaskan-adventure videos I would be embarrassed to post my vids.


I understand that, but at this point I would welcome any new snow vids. This start to the winter can suck one. Post em. Either I will be appreciative, or am setting you up for embarrassment. You decide. Wink
]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:12:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135744#1135744 Michiganders where you at- : Cab was awesome this weekend!!!!..... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135740#1135740 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 1:09pm

Cab was awesome this weekend!!!!.. Boyne Mt on Friday for the 6 for 1 was crappy.. crap snow.. nothing open... I should have just hit Cab all weekend.  So much fun there at nights on weekends.. no one is there!]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:09:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135740#1135740 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah his videos are great, been... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135534#1135534 Author: chips2853
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Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 7:00am

Yeah his videos are great, been watching them for years and always makes me jealous lol]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:00:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135534#1135534 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853Damn... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135523#1135523 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 6:44am

Originally posted by chips2853

Damn woman stealing us guys thunder! Lol my girl did the same thing to me last year

After watching spenser's Alaskan-adventure videos I would be embarrassed to post my vids.
]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:44:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135523#1135523 Michiganders where you at- : Damn woman stealing us guys thunder!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135519#1135519 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 6:42am

Damn woman stealing us guys thunder! Lol my girl did the same thing to me last year ]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:42:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135519#1135519 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135501#1135501 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 5:54am

Originally posted by chips2853

hey ctoma, did you take any pics?  i always like when people post what all theyve done, specially here

No photos although we did take some video but it's quite boring video (I enjoy watching it but my wife told me it's boring when I showed her last night).
]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:54:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135501#1135501 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135500#1135500 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/19/2011 at 5:47am

Originally posted by chips2853

Originally posted by snowj720

don't do trex, it's not smooth enough.  You can use 4x4 covered with a post sleeve (pvc).  They're like $25 @ home depot.  Cut it lengthwise so you can make two 8 footers. Or 10, if they have them that long.  I know they have 8 for sure.  My brother did it and he said it works pretty well so far.
 
Chips- I'm soooooo jealous.  I've been wanting to move north for years now just so I can work the boynes or nubs and ride for free.  You've got something even better, all the ridin' without all the workin' partClap  

i lived there for years and always had the pass, but theres just not enough to do right in town.  id live in petoskey over boyne to be honest. yes i know theres a lot of outdoor stuff to do and i love all that, but growing up there wasnt much for us kids to do, no mall, no movie theatre (they closed ours downtown)  just not nearly as much as our area now snowj. its good to visit and id live there when i am older and dont have the want to do much besides relax, but i definitely need more of a fast paced life where i dont have to drive 20-60 mins to get whatever i need or want lol.
 
Yeah, I've lived in the downriver/south Detroit area my whole life.  I've spent some time north as a kid and more when I moved out.  I can't get enough of the north.  When I was younger I did like the faster pace/convenience of the city.  My wife lived in the middle of nowhere, seriously northern MI is crowded compared to where she grew up.   She hated it growing up in the middle of nowhere.  She feels she missed out on a lot of culture not living in the city (especially when I talk about my old punk days and connection to the city).  I wish I would have  grown up somewhere around a good hill, I feel I missed out on a lot not having that upbringing.  We must always want what we didn't/dont' have.  The grass is always greener...
]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:47:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135500#1135500 Michiganders where you at- : hey ctoma, did you take any pics?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135423#1135423 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 8:05pm

hey ctoma, did you take any pics?  i always like when people post what all theyve done, specially here]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 20:05:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135423#1135423 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135368#1135368 Author: ctoma
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Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 6:14pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by ctoma

Northern MI Report

Nubs Nob:  Roughly 25% of the runs and 3 chairs were open.  Conditions were icy except for 1 run on the back which was surprisingly powder.  The downside of the powder run was boarding past the snow guns once you reach the halfway point of the run.  Grey skies, bitter winds.  Not the best conditions but I was happy to be riding.

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain Highlands

Sunday:  Crystal Mountain Boyne Highlands Mountain (change of plans since Crystal has very little open)


Day 2, Boyne Highlands:  Roughly 33% of the runs and chairs open.  Blue sky, sun and better snow conditions than yesterday at Nubs.  North and South Challenger runs were chunky, Challenger Terrain Park kicked my ass (literally), Heather and K2 runs were in decent condition, Little John was decent.  Months after winning a Bluebird I finally get a chance to ride it, definitely stiffer and longer than my Rome Postermania, took some getting used to.  Also spotted a Stunt while riding, I think it was the first time I saw a Sierra board on the slopes.

Enjoying a North Peak Brewing Company Diabolical IPA while watching college football (Famous Idaho Potato Bowl?  Seriously?).

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain

Day 3, Boyne Mountain:  Roughly 25% of the runs and lifts open.  Grey skies and a bit windy.  South, Center and North McClouth were a combination of fluffy and chunky (strange, I know), lost an edge a few times and ate some chunky ice.  Victor and Aurora were okay, cut through Deer Run a few times to hit a couple of small features in Funland.  My buddy and I were dragging ass most of the day, I think our legs were shot from the previous 2 days of riding.  Boyne's Mountain Express lift got crowded as the morning changed to afternoon, saw a few skiers decked out in hunting jackets and hats.  Spotted a Sierra Crew on the slopes today, 2nd Sierra board spotting in 2 days.

Overall it was a great opening weekend.  Day 2 at Boyne Highlands was the highlight of the weekend, great weather and the best conditions of the 3 hills.  I am worn out, tired and sore.  Back to work and reality tomorrow.
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:14:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135368#1135368 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 don&#039;t... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135334#1135334 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 4:15pm

Originally posted by snowj720

don't do trex, it's not smooth enough.  You can use 4x4 covered with a post sleeve (pvc).  They're like $25 @ home depot.  Cut it lengthwise so you can make two 8 footers. Or 10, if they have them that long.  I know they have 8 for sure.  My brother did it and he said it works pretty well so far.
 
Chips- I'm soooooo jealous.  I've been wanting to move north for years now just so I can work the boynes or nubs and ride for free.  You've got something even better, all the ridin' without all the workin' partClap  

i lived there for years and always had the pass, but theres just not enough to do right in town.  id live in petoskey over boyne to be honest. yes i know theres a lot of outdoor stuff to do and i love all that, but growing up there wasnt much for us kids to do, no mall, no movie theatre (they closed ours downtown)  just not nearly as much as our area now snowj. its good to visit and id live there when i am older and dont have the want to do much besides relax, but i definitely need more of a fast paced life where i dont have to drive 20-60 mins to get whatever i need or want lol.
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 16:15:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135334#1135334 Michiganders where you at- : don&#039;t do trex, it&#039;s... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135319#1135319 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 3:25pm

don't do trex, it's not smooth enough.  You can use 4x4 covered with a post sleeve (pvc).  They're like $25 @ home depot.  Cut it lengthwise so you can make two 8 footers. Or 10, if they have them that long.  I know they have 8 for sure.  My brother did it and he said it works pretty well so far.
 
Chips- I'm soooooo jealous.  I've been wanting to move north for years now just so I can work the boynes or nubs and ride for free.  You've got something even better, all the ridin' without all the workin' partClap  
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 15:25:25 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135319#1135319 Michiganders where you at- : Idk. I just got more confused... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135311#1135311 Author: chillman
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Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 2:55pm

Idk. I just got more confused there haha erwhat?  Idk, plus metal rusts. I'm just gonna go with trex stuff. But as my orginal question said (in short) what kind?]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:55:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135311#1135311 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chillmanSo... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135301#1135301 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 2:15pm

Originally posted by chillman

So what are you guys building your rails out of. Metal will be too much money so i was thinking of throwing some trex on a 4x4. 10 ft long. I just don't know what trex seeing as theres so many different decking pieces. I was hoping for something smooth topped and not hollow.

how do you figure metal is going to be so expensive?  depending on the material you can get it for anywhere from 2-5 bucks a foot. so a for like 75 bucks max you could get enough to make a 10ft rail that is at least 1 foot off the ground.  just depends on the wall thickness and diameter.  i get 1-5/8 X .083 chromoly for around 5 bucks a foot. And thats way stronger than you need.  you could get a stick of 1-1/2 X.095 ERW or DOM for a lot cheaper. and could get a couple feet of 3/4" x .083 to make gussets if youre worried about strength. and that all will be pretty cheap.
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:15:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135301#1135301 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135300#1135300 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 2:13pm

Originally posted by chips2853

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by MtMansfield

Hey I have a question for you michiganders around boyne... I went last year some time in march so conditions weren't stellar, and they had quite a bit of runs down and some that shut down at like 2 or 3 I believe. Is it worth it to drive the 6 hours to go up there the couple days after christmas, or will it be crazy busy? Also do they shut down many runs during the weekdays?
 
Worth the trip, but I'd say if you're driving all that way go an extra half hour and hit the highlands or nubs.  And Yes, it's crazy buzy around the holidays.  We did it a few years back and will never do that one again.  It was fun, but the lift ticket is like 10 bucks more and you don't get nearly as many runs in as a regular day.
 

i went last year the day after christmas and it was soooooo mellow. i got so many runs in and i was just by myself meeting new people.  

i got some great news that you all are going to hate me when i say it, but i just found out this afternoon lol. my moms boyfriend who i get to meet at christmas works for boyne mt and he told her that hell get me and all my TruSnow friends free passes whenever and i can get like 30% off at BCS(the shop) lol so im happier than a pig in shiz right now. haha. might go up a day or two early just to ride

fixed.
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:13:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135300#1135300 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135296#1135296 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 2:10pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by MtMansfield

Hey I have a question for you michiganders around boyne... I went last year some time in march so conditions weren't stellar, and they had quite a bit of runs down and some that shut down at like 2 or 3 I believe. Is it worth it to drive the 6 hours to go up there the couple days after christmas, or will it be crazy busy? Also do they shut down many runs during the weekdays?
 
Worth the trip, but I'd say if you're driving all that way go an extra half hour and hit the highlands or nubs.  And Yes, it's crazy buzy around the holidays.  We did it a few years back and will never do that one again.  It was fun, but the lift ticket is like 10 bucks more and you don't get nearly as many runs in as a regular day.
 

i went last year the day after christmas and it was soooooo mellow. i got so many runs in and i was just by myself meeting new people.  

i got some great news that you all are going to hate me when i say it, but i just found out this afternoon lol. my moms boyfriend who i get to meet at christmas works for boyne mt and he told her that hell get me free passes whenever and i can get like 30% off at BCS(the shop) lol so im happier than a pig in shiz right now. haha. might go up a day or two early just to ride
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:10:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135296#1135296 Michiganders where you at- : So what are you guys building... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135285#1135285 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 1:35pm

So what are you guys building your rails out of. Metal will be too much money so i was thinking of throwing some trex on a 4x4. 10 ft long. I just don't know what trex seeing as theres so many different decking pieces. I was hoping for something smooth topped and not hollow.]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:35:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135285#1135285 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MtMansfieldHey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135272#1135272 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 12:44pm

Originally posted by MtMansfield

Hey I have a question for you michiganders around boyne... I went last year some time in march so conditions weren't stellar, and they had quite a bit of runs down and some that shut down at like 2 or 3 I believe. Is it worth it to drive the 6 hours to go up there the couple days after christmas, or will it be crazy busy? Also do they shut down many runs during the weekdays?
 
Worth the trip, but I'd say if you're driving all that way go an extra half hour and hit the highlands or nubs.  And Yes, it's crazy buzy around the holidays.  We did it a few years back and will never do that one again.  It was fun, but the lift ticket is like 10 bucks more and you don't get nearly as many runs in as a regular day.
 
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 12:44:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135272#1135272 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853Just... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135271#1135271 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/18/2011 at 12:40pm

Originally posted by chips2853

Just got pants, gloves, and new lime green laces lol I'm ready to rock and roll. Oh yeah when we get real snow I think we should use my works lawn to do some tow in jumps! I'll post a pic in a bit.
one of the crew recommended that at his work too.  I'm down for anything if we ever get freakin' snowAngry  This weather is really pissin' me off
]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 12:40:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135271#1135271 Michiganders where you at- : It&#039;s coming Chips! I can... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135121#1135121 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 10:41pm

It's coming Chips! I can feel it! We will get some good dumps here soon!  The lake will fire up and and make us all happy Big smile]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 22:41:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135121#1135121 Michiganders where you at- : yeah this year has been rough... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135116#1135116 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 9:46pm

yeah this year has been rough for snow here in michigan too, at least for the lower peninsula\

im personally hoping that in the next week they get a nice dumping of snow there or have the guns roaring because im itching like crazy to get out there and ill be a mile away from the mountain at my old house lol
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:46:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135116#1135116 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks for the quick reply chips,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135115#1135115 Author: MtMansfield
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 9:26pm

Thanks for the quick reply chips, yea it was awesome last year. Being so warm last year my friends and I were just itching to get back when the powder dumped down. This year isn't looking to good for snowboarding early on this winter least around ohio. We got barely a dusting today.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:26:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135115#1135115 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135108#1135108 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 9:01pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Are you talking about Caberfae? Their website says they have no new snow in the past 24 hours.


Yes!  U can't count on their website until the day after. But, trust me.. it was dumping up there! I was there from about 3- after 8.  They also had the snow guns were blasting.  I had a good 3'' to brush off on my car before I left.
Going back tomorrow. Big smile

i really wish cab wasnt so far from here in detroit area.  when i went to central i went there a lot with my room mates. has some fun spots for real.  
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:01:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135108#1135108 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by HAVEN2135Are... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135105#1135105 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:56pm

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Are you talking about Caberfae? Their website says they have no new snow in the past 24 hours.


Yes!  U can't count on their website until the day after. But, trust me.. it was dumping up there! I was there from about 3- after 8.  They also had the snow guns were blasting.  I had a good 3'' to brush off on my car before I left.
Going back tomorrow. Big smile
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:56:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135105#1135105 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MtMansfieldHey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135099#1135099 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:44pm

Originally posted by MtMansfield

Hey I have a question for you michiganders around boyne... I went last year some time in march so conditions weren't stellar, and they had quite a bit of runs down and some that shut down at like 2 or 3 I believe. Is it worth it to drive the 6 hours to go up there the couple days after christmas, or will it be crazy busy? Also do they shut down many runs during the weekdays?

i lived there for years, its worth the drive, but as for this year its hard to say with the little snow they've been receiving.  id check the weather up there (49712) all week if you plan on going.  during the week they close at 4:40 unless conditions are good to stay open for night skiing too. which that goes till 9.  i hope that helps out. ill be up there myself and go regardless. gotta love family 
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:44:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135099#1135099 Michiganders where you at- : Hey I have a question for you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135097#1135097 Author: MtMansfield
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:38pm

Hey I have a question for you michiganders around boyne... I went last year some time in march so conditions weren't stellar, and they had quite a bit of runs down and some that shut down at like 2 or 3 I believe. Is it worth it to drive the 6 hours to go up there the couple days after christmas, or will it be crazy busy? Also do they shut down many runs during the weekdays?]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:38:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135097#1135097 Michiganders where you at- : Sweet mike! Hopefully i can go... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135094#1135094 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:29pm

Sweet mike! Hopefully i can go soon. Couldn't go today cause dad was working. Hopefully one of my buddies will go up this week so i can ride with them.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:29:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135094#1135094 Michiganders where you at- : Are you talking about Caberfae?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135093#1135093 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:22pm

Are you talking about Caberfae? Their website says they have no new snow in the past 24 hours.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:22:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135093#1135093 Michiganders where you at- : i need to go hang with snowj lol... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135092#1135092 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:18pm

i need to go hang with snowj lol this lack of snow is killing me and i want to board so bad.  but i know i will be in boyne next week for sure. family time :)]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:18:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135092#1135092 Michiganders where you at- : hate you mike, stupid lake michigan... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135088#1135088 Author: BoxStomper
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 8:16pm

hate you mike, stupid lake michigan is on the wrong side of us. haha. good for you man, shred hard]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:16:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135088#1135088 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chillmanWhy... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135073#1135073 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 7:55pm

Originally posted by chillman

Why won't it snowCry


It was dumping at Cab today!! Dumping as we left too.. basically all day!  It was so much fun!  Get up there!
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:55:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135073#1135073 Michiganders where you at- : Why won&#039;t it snow http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135055#1135055 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 5:56pm

Why won't it snowCry]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:56:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135055#1135055 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaNorthern... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135050#1135050 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 5:23pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Northern MI Report

Nubs Nob:  Roughly 25% of the runs and 3 chairs were open.  Conditions were icy except for 1 run on the back which was surprisingly powder.  The downside of the powder run was boarding past the snow guns once you reach the halfway point of the run.  Grey skies, bitter winds.  Not the best conditions but I was happy to be riding.

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain Highlands

Sunday:  Crystal Mountain Boyne Highlands Mountain (change of plans since Crystal has very little open)


Day 2, Boyne Highlands:  Roughly 33% of the runs and chairs open.  Blue sky, sun and better snow conditions than yesterday at Nubs.  North and South Challenger runs were chunky, Challenger Terrain Park kicked my ass (literally), Heather and K2 runs were in decent condition, Little John was decent.  Months after winning a Bluebird I finally get a chance to ride it, definitely stiffer and longer than my Rome Postermania, took some getting used to.  Also spotted a Stunt while riding, I think it was the first time I saw a Sierra board on the slopes.

Enjoying a North Peak Brewing Company Diabolical IPA while watching college football (Famous Idaho Potato Bowl?  Seriously?).

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:23:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1135050#1135050 Michiganders where you at- : Just got pants, gloves, and new... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134962#1134962 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 12:00pm

Just got pants, gloves, and new lime green laces lol I'm ready to rock and roll. Oh yeah when we get real snow I think we should use my works lawn to do some tow in jumps! I'll post a pic in a bit.]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:00:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134962#1134962 Michiganders where you at- : you tryin&#039; to make us... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134960#1134960 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2011 at 11:57am

you tryin' to make us jealous ctoma?Wink
 
No, no snow made last night.  It was marginal for making it and I had to get up @ 5am for work, which means I would have had to get up a half hour early to shut it down (can't leave that for my wife, I'd probably end up with a flooded yard and a broken compressorLOL).  Hopefully tonight will be cold enough (and lower humidity).  I have work in the morning, but if I can start making it early enough it'll be worth it to get up a little earlier.  I hope this week gets colder than predicted, I need some snow for a christmas sessionBig smile
]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 11:57:48 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134960#1134960 Michiganders where you at- : Hey snowj you making snow tonight?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134705#1134705 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2011 at 4:17pm

Hey snowj you making snow tonight?]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:17:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134705#1134705 Michiganders where you at- : Northern MI ReportNubs Nob: Roughly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134702#1134702 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2011 at 4:12pm

Northern MI Report

Nubs Nob:  Roughly 25% of the runs and 3 chairs were open.  Conditions were icy except for 1 run on the back which was surprisingly powder.  The downside of the powder run was boarding past the snow guns once you reach the halfway point of the run.  Grey skies, bitter winds.  Not the best conditions but I was happy to be riding.

Tomorrow:  Boyne Mountain

Sunday:  Crystal Mountain Boyne Highlands (change of plans since Crystal has very little open)
]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:12:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134702#1134702 Michiganders where you at- : The one with the pressure... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134468#1134468 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2011 at 4:35am

The one with the pressure washer is totally worth the cost difference.  I covered the whole park in 30 hours.  With the old one I would have been making snow 24 hours a day for a week.  I made enough snow we still have a little left back there after the rain.  Not enough to do anything with, but at least I won't have to make as much for the wall approach.
If you're just making enough for a run, you can make that in a few hours. Run it when you go to bed, wake up to snow.Tongue
The plans are here- http://www.snowathome.com/free_plans/SAH-SG2-combo_internal_mix.php
 
nozzles are here- http://www.snowathome.com/our_products/Internal_Design_Nozzle_Kit.php
 
The nozzles are a bit pricey, but they get the job done.  I had to use brass for the gun cuz I couldn't find 1/4" in galvanized.  Which I guess is for the best since I don't have to worry about it rusting out.
 
]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 04:35:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134468#1134468 Michiganders where you at- : man id prolly do the power washer... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134264#1134264 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 3:53pm

man id prolly do the power washer if you think that would be better and i could borrow the one from work lol.  whered you get the snow making nozzles?]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:53:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134264#1134264 Michiganders where you at- : this is a pic of the two I&#039;ve... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134255#1134255 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 3:43pm

this is a pic of the two I've made.  The one on the left was really simple, air quick fit and a fitting for the hose.  Drilled a really small hole in the end cap. 
The one on the right is the one I made this year.  Quick connect, pressure washer hose adapter, and some snowmaking nozzles.  I think I could have made the bottom (air) nozzle myself and found my own hose adapter, but those came with the two top nozzles.  The top two nozzles have a more square hole to them and the holes are tiny.  The spray on those two comes out fan like.  Flat and wide.  All three sprays (from the nozzle) come together a couple feet away from the gun.  I think if you can get a spray pattern like that you'd be good.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:43:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134255#1134255 Michiganders where you at- : are you thinkin&#039; the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134230#1134230 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 3:15pm

are you thinkin' the one with just the compressor and a garden hose?  or are you thinkin' the one with the pressure washer?  ]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:15:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1134230#1134230 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m gonna have to pick your... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133982#1133982 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 6:53am

I'm gonna have to pick your brain on this one, I was looking at some stuff online and I could easily weld up a spray to be capped on one end am have the air and water inserts on the other while drilling tiny and I mean tiny holes like they do for nitrous kits.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:53:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133982#1133982 Michiganders where you at- : right. We&#039;re right... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133978#1133978 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 6:43am

right.  We're right down the street from that stank.  And we (especially on my side of fort) get all the problems from Rouge, Ecorse, and Detroit.  Thus the car break ins and general hood rat bs that happens around here. 
If you have any questions about the snowgun stuff chips just give me shout.  We started with the most basic one (just a compressor and garden hose).  That one was kind of frustrating trying to get the air/water mix just right.  And it would freeze up all the time (a work light under it helped).
This year I built the internal mix that uses a pressure washer.  This one puts out sooooo much snow compared to the old one and is easier to use.  Aside from the gun you'd need something like these- http://www.harborfreight.com/2-1-2-half-hp-10-gallon-125-psi-air-compressor-67708.html
and- http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-psi-pressure-washer-68333.html
 
Both are usually on sale for cheaper.  I recommend an extra air hose too cuz mine seem to freeze at some point.   Doing what you do for a living though you probably already have a compressor laying aroundLOL
]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:43:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133978#1133978 Michiganders where you at- : We&#039;re close enough lol http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133966#1133966 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 6:19am

We're close enough lol]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:19:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133966#1133966 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853Yup,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133963#1133963 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 6:07am

Originally posted by chips2853


Yup, good ole stinkin' Lincoln park, where every morning when you go to your car it smells like a giant fart outside :/ actually that's all downriver lol

Seriously?  It can't be that bad, it isn't River Rouge.  I had a friend who had a friend that lived in River Rouge.  Went to her house a couple times, everything in the area smelled like a strange sulfur-chemical smell.  Nearby were factories belching out all kinds of crap into the air.  Not a very pleasant town.
]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:07:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133963#1133963 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133960#1133960 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 5:53am

Originally posted by ctoma


Originally posted by snowj720




I'm really close to 7-11 and Caulders, they're about a 3 minute walk northwest for me.  

Sounds like Lincoln Park to me, is that correct?


Yup, good ole stinkin' Lincoln park, where every morning when you go to your car it smells like a giant fart outside :/ actually that's all downriver lol]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:53:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133960#1133960 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I&#039;m... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133953#1133953 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 5:34am

Originally posted by snowj720

I'm really close to 7-11 and Caulders, they're about a 3 minute walk northwest for me.  

Sounds like Lincoln Park to me, is that correct?
]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:34:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133953#1133953 Michiganders where you at- : Well for LP you either have a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133951#1133951 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 5:27am

Well for LP you either have a sided house or a brick house and each seems to have segregated areas the dominate lol. You're more north side, I'm south side living between meijers an te old farmer jack/blockbuster plaza. Literally just off the street that connects Dix to fort haha.

I was looking up stuff to make a snow gun and it looks fairly cheap and fun. I might have to see if I could make one haha]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:27:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133951#1133951 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m really close to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133946#1133946 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2011 at 5:09am

I'm really close to 7-11 and Caulders, they're about a 3 minute walk northwest for me.  I think all the yards in LP look the sameLOL  except for those lucky people (like my neighbor) that have a double lot.  Wish I could have bought a house with a double lot, we could really use about 20' more yard.  We constantly run into the fence.  Can't wait til winter shows up so we can start riding out into the alley.
 
I'll keep my eyes out for that Mike.  I told Jobee (a local artist) to send them some stuff, they could pull from so much talent in this state if they need graphics.
]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:09:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133946#1133946 Michiganders where you at- : man, i wonder how far we actually... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133749#1133749 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 4:59pm

man, i wonder how far we actually live from eachother lol.  your backyard looks just like mine haha. well minus the snow and board park haha.  i wanna get back to buttering a box like that ]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:59:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133749#1133749 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133736#1133736 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 4:47pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I dig the graphics Mike.  The tech of the boards seems pretty cool.  Every board seems to be the same design, but it's a cool design.  Like a park board that would do well in everything else too.
 


Well... wait to U see what I come up with for them .. U will LOVE the graphics Wink
]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:47:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133736#1133736 Michiganders where you at- : I dig the graphics Mike. The... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133718#1133718 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 4:08pm

I dig the graphics Mike.  The tech of the boards seems pretty cool.  Every board seems to be the same design, but it's a cool design.  Like a park board that would do well in everything else too.
 
Yeah chips, that's the way we do it, discounted equipmentSmile  I've never paid full retail for anything. 
 
We do need some snow, this rain just ain't right.  I was hoping to have the park open when my brothers are in town for xmas, but now I don't know about that.  And just when I got the balls to learn me a new trick.
 
[TUBE]www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDNllBQyVX4&feature=youtu.be[/TUBE]
]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:08:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133718#1133718 Michiganders where you at- : do it mike! thatd be awesome.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133704#1133704 Author: BoxStomper
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:50pm

do it mike! thatd be awesome. let me know if you do any graphics for stuff like this, Ill buy a Mike graphicd board]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:50:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133704#1133704 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Thanks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133698#1133698 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:41pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Thanks guys.  It's been 4+ years in the making.  Every season it's evolved. 
Hey chill, you're in high school, that's old enough to get a jobLOL   Seriously, if you've got flat ground like we do, it's not that bad to at least build a drop in and a box or two.  We're the experts at doing a park on the cheap.  A drop in like the one for our wall ride might be a hundred in lumber and screws.  And that's a really solid drop in.  I think I built the 14' box for under 50.  Start out with one thing (a drop in and a box) and then add something or improve every winter (think about it in the summer too).  By the time you've got your own place you'll know exactly what you want in a backyard park.
 
You're from GR chill, you ever heard of Marhar snowboards?  They're from there.  Just learned about them the other day.  If you guys can, give them support.  They make some sweet boards. 


I have scoped them out at Bill and Paul's here in GR.  The boards seem solid.  Bad graphics though. I'm going to talk to them about doing some graphics for next seasons models. 

]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:41:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133698#1133698 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 NICE!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133695#1133695 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:38pm

Originally posted by snowj720

NICE!  Good to see you'll be able to enjoy this winterClap

heck yes!  1k worth of stuff for under 350, im not complaining one bit and it was all in close to new condition, specially the board and boots.  Might order pants tonight.  but damn we need snow!
]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:38:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133695#1133695 Michiganders where you at- : Yes i have heard of Marhar...... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133679#1133679 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:19pm

Yes i have heard of Marhar... my buddy has a park in his yard so i think i'll just ride thereWink]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:19:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133679#1133679 Michiganders where you at- : NICE! Good to see you&#039;ll... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133675#1133675 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:18pm

NICE!  Good to see you'll be able to enjoy this winterClap]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:18:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133675#1133675 Michiganders where you at- : BACK IN BUSINESS! just added... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133666#1133666 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 3:08pm


BACK IN BUSINESS!  just added the sticker when I put the bindings on lol, need to get some more!
]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:08:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133666#1133666 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah I thought I&#039;d never... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133559#1133559 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 12:06pm

Yeah I thought I'd never sell my custom but I did to a buddy so I know it's in good hands. But he got all my one set up and i parted my othe set up out. Made like 600 bucks back lol. But now I'll have a fresh setup and get to try ics. My bindings and boots are sitting outside my place right now so I'm dieing to get off work lol]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:06:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133559#1133559 Michiganders where you at- : damn, how could you get rid... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133544#1133544 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2011 at 11:30am

damn, how could you get rid of all your stuff?  I'm so lame I'd probably keep all my gear even if I moved to FloridaLOL]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:30:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133544#1133544 Michiganders where you at- : yeah i ordered a bunch of clothes... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133182#1133182 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/13/2011 at 3:25pm

yeah i ordered a bunch of clothes online and they were shipped out of ohio black friday and i got them the following friday......from ohio....WTF?! lol  

Yeah Im really stoked to get off work tomorrow, both packages should be here.  I think I sold my pants too so i gotta go pick up some new ones too and gloves haha.  big list of crap. 
]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:25:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133182#1133182 Michiganders where you at- : You HAVE to go up for your... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133179#1133179 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/13/2011 at 3:19pm

You HAVE to go up for your moms b-day, and I'm sure your mom wouldn't mind if you spent some time at the hillSmile   Hopefully your gear gets in soon.  I hate the whole shipping thing.  I had a pair of boots that were supposed to be delivered to my moms once.  They didn't leave them so I had to stop by the ups hub in west branch at like 1 in the morning to have boots for the trip.  They ended up being cool by letting me come in and get them after hours, but I was like "why wouldn't you just leave them on the deck? It's in the middle of nowhere."
 
Most of the time though shipping pieces me off.  I had something shipped from Belville on Thursday last week, I got it today.  The tracking said it wasn't getting here until tommrow. Like, really?  Belville is like 20 minutes away and it took how long?  If I would have know it was coming from that close I would have just picked it up at the post office in belville.
]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:19:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1133179#1133179 Michiganders where you at- : So I&#039;ll never pay extra for... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132942#1132942 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/13/2011 at 8:30am

So I'll never pay extra for second day am shipping lol. I had them sent out Friday and they were supposed to be here this morning....nope. Pushed it back to tomorrow but the tracking has zero info. The guy I bought my boots from is in the same area as the bindings guy and my boots went normal ground a day later and are almost here. I just want it all here, I might go to Boyne now this weekend since its my moms bday lol]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:30:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132942#1132942 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132627#1132627 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/12/2011 at 6:09pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Anyone been out to Bittersweet or Timber Ridge yet? If so how does it look?
My brother lives next to Bittersweet.  He said he saw people getting off the lift yesterday (and Saturday), so they're open.  Not sure how much of the hill is open, but it's open.  He said they blew snow almost every night last week.


There is still time I won't be there until Christmas, but there just has been no snow, warm weather, and it isn't suppose to get real cold anytime soon.
]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:09:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132627#1132627 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah I was trying to go the capita... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132262#1132262 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/12/2011 at 6:20am

Yeah I was trying to go the capita route but I'm not 100% enthused with the past two years graphic and it's so hard to find the sierrascope/horrorscope with the eyes and mouth. I'm still keeping an eye out for some forces too. Maybe after Christmas I'll get new forces or brand new est bindings. Well see. But I'm wanting to check your park out for sure!]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:20:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132262#1132262 Michiganders where you at- : all burton, nice. I just picked... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132258#1132258 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/12/2011 at 6:02am

all burton, nice.  I just picked up a Burton Malolo this year for the Bohemia adventure (and any other powder that comes my way), but I had to use my old Ride EXs on it (I've already spent too much on this season and it just started). 
Cool man.  After this little stretch of shit weather this week I'll hopefully have the park back open shortly after.  We had a great couple of days back there.  I've already learned 3 new tricks this season and I haven't even been to a real hill.  Your setup should be perfect for some backyard jibbin'.Thumbs Up
]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:02:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132258#1132258 Michiganders where you at- : Welp, should be ready tomorrow... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132251#1132251 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/12/2011 at 5:47am

Welp, should be ready tomorrow or Wednesday. Tried on a bunch of boots yesterday and was gonna wait till today to go to another store for more choices but went on eBay and found last years hails in my size for 75, talked to the guy and he took it off eBay and we did a PayPal thing and he took them to FedEx last night. So I'll have a x8, cartels, and hails, pretty stout setup if you ask me :)]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:47:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132251#1132251 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by HAVEN2135Anyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132239#1132239 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/12/2011 at 5:16am

Originally posted by HAVEN2135

Anyone been out to Bittersweet or Timber Ridge yet? If so how does it look?
My brother lives next to Bittersweet.  He said he saw people getting off the lift yesterday (and Saturday), so they're open.  Not sure how much of the hill is open, but it's open.  He said they blew snow almost every night last week.
]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:16:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132239#1132239 Michiganders where you at- : 4 work days until I head north... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132046#1132046 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 3:57pm

4 work days until I head north for my opening weekend... those 4 days are going to drag.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:57:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132046#1132046 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone been out to Bittersweet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132032#1132032 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 3:25pm

Anyone been out to Bittersweet or Timber Ridge yet? If so how does it look?]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:25:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1132032#1132032 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m easy lol, god that sounds... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131894#1131894 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 10:26am

I'm easy lol, god that sounds bad ha. I'm prolly gonna scale back. I had old hail boots and from what I can see, the new motos and invaders look a lot alike. If I can find last years model too I might buy another set of bindings that I really like and maybe some new pants lol.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 10:26:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131894#1131894 Michiganders where you at- : good luck with that. Boot... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131890#1131890 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 10:20am

good luck with that.  Boot shopping can be a pain.  I've been fortunate, but most everyone I know has a tough time finding something that's just right.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 10:20:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131890#1131890 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah I sold two full setups last... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131881#1131881 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 9:50am

Yeah I sold two full setups last season cause I was planning on moving to Chicago. I just sold my last board and picked up an x8 on here and some used winter fresh cartels. The bindings should be in tomorrow or Tuesday. Just need the boots which is my mission for today lol]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:50:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131881#1131881 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;d go nuts without a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131870#1131870 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 9:15am

I'd go nuts without a setup.  That's why I've kept my old boards, just in case.  Last year I was able to let my buddy use my old M3 cuz his board was jacked up.  Then he caught a screw on the wall (it's screwless now) and blew out an edge.  My garage looks like a rental shop during the season between me, my wife, and our buds that keep their setup here. 
When you get your board together you'll have to stop by.  We can try to figure out the rail thing too.  A kink would be nice to add to the feature line up.
]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:15:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131870#1131870 Michiganders where you at- : My bindings are in the mail right... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131853#1131853 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 8:50am

My bindings are in the mail right now and I'm going to cheapskates in a bit to look at boots lol.

Steal tube runs from 2-7 bucks per foot, and that's at my price lol. I'd gladly help throw something together with ya.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:50:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131853#1131853 Michiganders where you at- : We&#039;re going to try... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131837#1131837 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 8:08am

We're going to try to build a rainbow out of wood for next season.  I think I'd be sketchy on a rainbow rail, a box I can do though. 
I have no idea where to get the materials for rails, I have a feeling you know thoughLOL
 
We might ride in the yard today if you need a snow fix chips, this is what it looked like last night-
]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 08:08:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131837#1131837 Michiganders where you at- : I could makes some rails pretty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131836#1131836 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 7:56am

I could makes some rails pretty cheap and easy. I'm sure it wouldn't have to be the usual material we use for cars so it could be thinner and cheaper. Plus I have pipe notcher and bender. But no radius bending like rainbow rails. But still could bend in 2 places to get a rise,flat, and then a drop out of one rail.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 07:56:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131836#1131836 Michiganders where you at- : That snow at home thing looks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131820#1131820 Author: randman24
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 6:48am

That snow at home thing looks amazing. and good luck trying to go snowboarding more with the weather like it is here. i have not been able to get my first ride in.
]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 06:48:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131820#1131820 Michiganders where you at- : Need to get you making some... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131811#1131811 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/11/2011 at 6:09am

Need to get you making some rails to sell.  We tossed around the idea of setting up backyard parks for people, drop in's, features, getting them set up with snow making equipment.  Jibs for cribs wants a buttload for their features.  Make something more affordable, and you've got a winner.]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 06:09:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131811#1131811 Michiganders where you at- : I should make some of this stuff... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131620#1131620 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 4:28pm

I should make some of this stuff at work in our parking lot lol, itd be like 15-20 of our back yards bro. Plus in the front by the street could make kickers and tow with a car haha talk about some sweet footage there.]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:28:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131620#1131620 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks guys. It&#039;s been... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131501#1131501 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 11:11am

Thanks guys.  It's been 4+ years in the making.  Every season it's evolved. 
Hey chill, you're in high school, that's old enough to get a jobLOL   Seriously, if you've got flat ground like we do, it's not that bad to at least build a drop in and a box or two.  We're the experts at doing a park on the cheap.  A drop in like the one for our wall ride might be a hundred in lumber and screws.  And that's a really solid drop in.  I think I built the 14' box for under 50.  Start out with one thing (a drop in and a box) and then add something or improve every winter (think about it in the summer too).  By the time you've got your own place you'll know exactly what you want in a backyard park.
 
You're from GR chill, you ever heard of Marhar snowboards?  They're from there.  Just learned about them the other day.  If you guys can, give them support.  They make some sweet boards. 
]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:11:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131501#1131501 Michiganders where you at- : Dude your setup looks pretty fun!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131482#1131482 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 10:18am

Dude your setup looks pretty fun! ]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:18:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131482#1131482 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720If... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131471#1131471 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 10:02am

Originally posted by snowj720

 
If you're ever bored and downriver hit me up ctoma.  At least 4 of us are in our mid-30's, so it's not like any of us is getting too crazy back there.

Damn, that's quite a set up.

I'm definitely interested in checking it out this winter, looks like it can be a lot of fun.
]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:02:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131471#1131471 Michiganders where you at- : Sweet. I get enough snow in GR.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131463#1131463 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 9:43am

Sweet. I get enough snow in GR. I just don't have a hill to build features on our the intiative to build drop ins. I'm in high school so can't afford anything.]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 09:43:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131463#1131463 Michiganders where you at- : We don&#039;t have much... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131457#1131457 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 9:33am

We don't have much space, but we do what we can.  The car is my wifes old GTI, I've been sitting on my thumbs about getting the engine and trans out (they need to go into another GTI in the garage).  It's actually there to do stalls on.  The plan is to drop in from the ramp next to it, hit the wall, then stall the car.  Last year we'd hit the wall, then run into the car or the garage, this year we do a trick at the end instead.
It's two drop in's and a bungee.  10' box, 14' box, wall, car stall, and a little kicker for schnitz and giggles.  Once I get more snow made we'll be able to use the big drop in as a hip (we think).
If you're ever bored and downriver hit me up ctoma.  At least 4 of us are in our mid-30's, so it's not like any of us is getting too crazy back there.
]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 09:33:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131457#1131457 Michiganders where you at- : snowj720 - that&#039;s a nice... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131444#1131444 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 9:19am

snowj720 - that's a nice looking setup you got there, you really are making use of all the available space, eh?  Who's vehicle is serving as the support for the 2nd drop-in ramp?]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 09:19:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131444#1131444 Michiganders where you at- : it&#039;s actually not that... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131439#1131439 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 8:36am

it's actually not that bad if you make one yourself chillman.   Check out snowathome.com, they have a gun they added to the line up this season that as a package (with compressor and pressure washer) is like $700ish.  That is a bit steep, too steep for me.  So I used the plans they have and made my own.  Lowes had all the parts I needed to make the gun (nozzles I did have to order from SAH), harbor freight had the compressor and electric pressure washer.  My setup cost less than half what SAH wants for basically the same thing.  It's an investment of a few hundred, but sooooo worth it.  They have plans for a basic gun on SAH, we used that for two seasons, it works, but this works so much better.  I started my gun yesterday@ 4pm, tonight we ride 5 features including the wall (which requires lots of snow for the approach).  Thumbs Up  
 
I live in the Detroit area which as anyone from around here knows, doesn't get shit for snow.  My bro is on the other side of the state (K-zoo area).  He's still waiting for natural snow so he can use his park.  I woke up to this-
]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:36:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131439#1131439 Michiganders where you at- : Mega jealous of your snowgun.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131430#1131430 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 7:39am

Mega jealous of your snowgun. That must have costed a pretty penny
]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:39:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131430#1131430 Michiganders where you at- : That was where we stayed last... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131424#1131424 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2011 at 6:46am

That was where we stayed last year was that back area.  It was cool because they had probably 85% of the mountain open last year (well, you know, you were there too).  It is an awesome deal though.

On a plus note Mt. Holly is saying they'll be open for a pm session today.  Not sure how many runs (probably one or two), but they have snow.

Speaking of having snow,  My backyard looks lovely after only one night with the gun on.  Tonight we're riding and it'll be the first time all the features will be useable after one night.  My old setup used to take a week or so to get to this point.  I'm sooooooo jacked.  Now I don't have to keep my neighbors up night after night with the hum of the compressor and the hiss of the gunThumbs Up  So tonight I ride the hood labClap

]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 06:46:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131424#1131424 Michiganders where you at- : Can&#039;t get a ride to caberae... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131282#1131282 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 6:28pm

Can't get a ride to caberae tommorow. Sad :(]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:28:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131282#1131282 Michiganders where you at- : 6 for 1 can be intense, but i... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131205#1131205 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 2:53pm

6 for 1 can be intense, but i usually stay on the back of the mountain on that day. less people there for the most. this is the first year i havent gone :/]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:53:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131205#1131205 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131114#1131114 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 12:38pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by ctoma

Anyone heading north next weekend?  I'm going with a buddy to hit Nubs Nob on Friday, Boyne Mountain on Saturday, Crystal Mountain on Sunday.


I'm going up on Friday (or Thurs night) for the 6 for 1 lift tix at Boyne on Friday the 16th!
I'm sorry U are going to crystal....  so flat... and crowded
 
the 6 for 1 day is soooo crowded Mike, we did it last year- never again.  And they had a  lot of the hill open.  No more 6 for 1 and no more holidays @ boyne for us.  Felt like my style was cramped.
 
@ Jason- nubs is pretty freakin' sweet.  Last winter was the first time in like 6 seasons we didn't make a trip to nubs.  This season we're not making the same mistake.  The whole crew misses that place.  The park is usually pretty good.  I don't think any park in MI can hold a candle to the O park.  But, Nubs is nicely spaced, a variety of jibs, there was a wall last time we were there which I dig.  Make sure to go off to the back peak, there's a bunch of fun runs back there and the boardercross (hopefully it's improved from 2 years ago).  Check out Foo Foo land (the run), it's simple trees but a lot of fun at night.  While nubs doesn't have the vertical that the boynes have it does seem to be more fun for some reason.
 
and DAMN ctoma, that's quite an opening weekendThumbs Up  Jealous.  I'll be settling for the backyardConfused
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:38:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131114#1131114 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by iamjason10^hear... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131089#1131089 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:58am

Originally posted by iamjason10

^hear anything about their park? i have only been to boyne highlands and wasnt too impressed with their park. they have a pipe but i have never tried it

For what it's worth, Nubs' park was #3 in the Midwest as determined by Snowboarder Magazine... or was it TransWorld Snowboarding magazine?  I don't remember which mag but regardless if it ranked #3 it's gotta be good (no other parks in MI made the short list).  

I found it, TransWorld, here's a link:

http://snowboarding.transworld.net/1000161989/resorts/resort-poll-2012-top-3-midwest-parks/3/
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:58:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131089#1131089 Michiganders where you at- : ^hear anything about their park?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131081#1131081 Author: iamjason10
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:44am

^hear anything about their park? i have only been to boyne highlands and wasnt too impressed with their park. they have a pipe but i have never tried it]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:44:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131081#1131081 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by iamjason10^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131080#1131080 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:43am

Originally posted by iamjason10

^ good thinken with nubs not being crowded, i have been to boyne before but never nubs, how does it compare?

I'll let you know after next weekend, this will be my first time to Nubs.  From what other people have told me Nubs has shorter but steeper runs than Boyne Highlands.  Steeper sounds good to me.
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:43:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131080#1131080 Michiganders where you at- : ^ good thinken with nubs not being... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131078#1131078 Author: iamjason10
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:39am

^ good thinken with nubs not being crowded, i have been to boyne before but never nubs, how does it compare?]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:39:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131078#1131078 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559haha!!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131071#1131071 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:30am

Originally posted by MikeD13559

haha!! Ok ctoma Smile  Just wanted to let U know. U can use the cards at both Boyne resorts?  Do U maybe meet up w/ my crew on Friday at Boyne Mt for the 6 for one lift tix.. maybe save the boyne Mt ticket for later in the season?  Just a thought.  Hit me up if U want to meet-up & shred Big smile

Well, we mapped out our route starting at the northern-most resort (Nubs) on Friday and then working our way south to Boyne Mtn. on Saturday and south/southwest to Crystal on Sunday.  Basically we want the shortest drive home Sunday night since we are going to be beat.  We're skipping Boyne Highlands this time since we are going there with our families (plus 6 other families from our kids' school) the first week in January.

We talked about the 6-for-1 at Boyne but figured it might be crowded and since neither of us have been to Nubs we figured it was a good place to start (plus if people are heading to Boyne Mtn and Highlands for the 6-for-1 that means Nubs may be less crowded).  Besides, we have just 2 riders, our 3rd can't make it since it's his wedding anniversary weekend.  How many do you have going?

The White Gold card is good for 1 lift ticket to each resort, there are separate punch holes for Boyne Mtn. and Boyne Highlands.

I definitely would like to meet up and ride with you and your buddies, are you guys going to stick around after Friday or head back home?  Stick around for Saturday at Boyne Mtn. and we'll see you there.

Edit:  I just looked at the Boyne Highlands web cam, people are riding right now, dammit, while I'm stuck at my desk...
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:30:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131071#1131071 Michiganders where you at- : haha!! Ok ctoma Just wanted to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131057#1131057 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 11:09am

haha!! Ok ctoma Smile  Just wanted to let U know. U can use the cards at both Boyne resorts?  Do U maybe meet up w/ my crew on Friday at Boyne Mt for the 6 for one lift tix.. maybe save the boyne Mt ticket for later in the season?  Just a thought.  Hit me up if U want to meet-up & shred Big smile
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:09:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131057#1131057 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131039#1131039 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 10:40am

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Originally posted by ctoma

Anyone heading north next weekend?  I'm going with a buddy to hit Nubs Nob on Friday, Boyne Mountain on Saturday, Crystal Mountain on Sunday.


I'm going up on Friday (or Thurs night) for the 6 for 1 lift tix at Boyne on Friday the 16th!
I'm sorry U are going to crystal....  so flat... and crowded

Yeppers, we are using our MSIA White Gold cards so we are going to try to hit a variety of MI resorts this winter.  I have never been to Crystal and that is our last stop of the weekend, so flat might be good for 2 out-of-shape-almost-middle-aged snowboarders, although crowded is never good.
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:40:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131039#1131039 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctomaAnyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131024#1131024 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 10:15am

Originally posted by ctoma

Anyone heading north next weekend?  I'm going with a buddy to hit Nubs Nob on Friday, Boyne Mountain on Saturday, Crystal Mountain on Sunday.


I'm going up on Friday (or Thurs night) for the 6 for 1 lift tix at Boyne on Friday the 16th!
I'm sorry U are going to crystal....  so flat... and crowded
]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:15:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1131024#1131024 Michiganders where you at- : I may go to Boyne next weekend... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130946#1130946 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 7:28am

I may go to Boyne next weekend depending on my girl. Gotta go see my mom lol]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:28:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130946#1130946 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone heading north next weekend?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130912#1130912 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 5:53am

Anyone heading north next weekend?  I'm going with a buddy to hit Nubs Nob on Friday, Boyne Mountain on Saturday, Crystal Mountain on Sunday.]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:53:05 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130912#1130912 Michiganders where you at- : My x8 finally got in yesterday!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130909#1130909 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 5:47am

My x8 finally got in yesterday! Wew! Gonna go look for bindings tonight, wanna see if I can find last years purple customs, if not I might buy some winter fresh cartels on here lol I'm stoked.]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:47:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130909#1130909 Michiganders where you at- : My brother just finished up... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130897#1130897 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/09/2011 at 2:23am

My brother just finished up at MTU in the spring.  Soooooo nice up there.  Is this your first year up there hcsoccerfreak?  What are you studying?]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 02:23:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130897#1130897 Michiganders where you at- : I lived downstate in Battle Creek... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130871#1130871 Author: hcsoccerfreak
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 9:54pm

I lived downstate in Battle Creek and hit up Bitter Sweet a lot. Usually would hit up Caberfae once or twice a season. Now I go to School at MTU in Houghton in the UP so I have mont ripley, mont bohemia, and the porkies]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:54:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130871#1130871 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone going to Cab on Sat for... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130820#1130820 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 7:38pm

Anyone going to Cab on Sat for the opener?
I have been watching them blast the snow for the past 3 days. LOL


http://caberfaepeaks.com/livecam.php
]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:38:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130820#1130820 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m not sure when all I&#039;m... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130340#1130340 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 6:27am

I'm not sure when all I'm gonna be up there, I know I'll be there Christmas time and a few days later, but my gf wants to take me to Wyoming in either jan or feb. but I wanna go a lot more this year if possible.]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:27:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130340#1130340 Michiganders where you at- : 25? Sheesh, I have 20 years on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130338#1130338 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 6:25am

25?  Sheesh, I have 20 years on you...

Anywho, any chance you will be heading up to Boyne Highlands in early January?  I organized a trip for 8 families from my kids' school to go there 1/2 - 1/5.
]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:25:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130338#1130338 Michiganders where you at- : Hey I&#039;m not far behind at... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130334#1130334 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 6:21am

Hey I'm not far behind at 25 lol. When I lived in Boyne we'd go everyday and hit boxes and rails then go to the pipe. Now it's just roaming all around and popping little tricks here and there lol]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 06:21:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130334#1130334 Michiganders where you at- : Chips, at least 4 people in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130321#1130321 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 5:01am

Chips, at least 4 people in our group are in our 30's, we're old.  We can't really keep up with the kids in the freestyle game.  But, as you saw in the videos, we love to ride.   The backyard has been a really good place for us to gain more confidence in the park though.  So don't worry if you're park game ain't the best, you'll fit in just fine hereLOL]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:01:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130321#1130321 Michiganders where you at- : The weather down here is very... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130319#1130319 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2011 at 4:58am

The weather down here is very marginal for making snow right now.  I blew some last night, but it was really wet,  I imagine the hills might be having the same issue.  here's a chart to figure out if it's snowmaking weather. 
]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 04:58:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1130319#1130319 Michiganders where you at- : Regulators Mouuuuuuuuunt up!!!!!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129549#1129549 Author: slizel
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 6:36pm

Regulators Mouuuuuuuuunt up!!!!! Boyne just opened this last weekend and now they've been blowing for the last 36 hours plus the new snow. I bet it will be nice this weekend. I so cant wait. Now all we need is for Holly, Knob or Alpine to open up.]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:36:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129549#1129549 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 That&#039;s... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129521#1129521 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 6:10pm

Originally posted by snowj720

That's a pretty nice area. My mom teaches in Canton, for the most part it's a pretty good area.  Definetly better than the dirty DR.  Seems to snow a little bit more out there too.  I think the snow is afraid to come to Detroit and downriver.

 
Well you'll have to stop by the Hood Lab before you move once we get some snow made.  We're going to be locked into this house for a few more years.  We were going to move, but I'm lazy and hate moving when we're just looking to move further away than we can now and would only be moving again.  Plus, we've got the backyard.  I'll build a new park wherever we move, but I want to use this one for a few more winters.

Im waiting to get my new board and setup,  but that sounds good.  I really just ride anymore, not like when I lived in boyne and was more adventurous and willing to try tricks lol.  But Ive started to love freestyle boards more these days than I used to. So this could be pretty fun.
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:10:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129521#1129521 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129516#1129516 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 6:05pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Originally posted by chips2853

haha yeah you guessed it, LP it is.  I dont know for how much longer though.  Im trying to get either a house or condo in canton possibly.  I need to get out of this area, and yes that is most peoples goal anymore here lol.  after yesterday i truly have had enough.  

Canton, eh?  That's pretty darned close to where I live.  Just a wee bit north.

I can think of like like three or four places lol
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:05:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129516#1129516 Michiganders where you at- : That&#039;s a pretty nice area.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129433#1129433 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 3:40pm

That's a pretty nice area. My mom teaches in Canton, for the most part it's a pretty good area.  Definetly better than the dirty DR.  Seems to snow a little bit more out there too.  I think the snow is afraid to come to Detroit and downriver.

 
Well you'll have to stop by the Hood Lab before you move once we get some snow made.  We're going to be locked into this house for a few more years.  We were going to move, but I'm lazy and hate moving when we're just looking to move further away than we can now and would only be moving again.  Plus, we've got the backyard.  I'll build a new park wherever we move, but I want to use this one for a few more winters.
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:40:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129433#1129433 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853haha... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129426#1129426 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 3:31pm

Originally posted by chips2853

haha yeah you guessed it, LP it is.  I dont know for how much longer though.  Im trying to get either a house or condo in canton possibly.  I need to get out of this area, and yes that is most peoples goal anymore here lol.  after yesterday i truly have had enough.  

Canton, eh?  That's pretty darned close to where I live.  Just a wee bit north.
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:31:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129426#1129426 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129413#1129413 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 3:03pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Originally posted by chips2853

I guess it's what was stolen that really gets me lol. My radio has all the heat controls integrated into it and the ripped that out. Stole two set of headphones(1 was blown). Some t-shirts, 2 scripts of prescription sleeping pills that make me sick so I hope it does for them too, subwoofer(blown), a work out energy supplement bottle, and here's the kicker, 1-1/2 pairs of shoes! Yes 1-1/2. The today I noticed one of my running gloves was missing also. So between the glove and shoes I'm pretty annoyed. Oh and they turned my heat to cold air before they cut the wires. Great people ya know lol
 
Shit just irks me ya know?  Like it's not bad enough to steal your shit, then to give you ac for the winter.  My first car that was stolen they got all this work stuff I had (boots, gloves, toolbelt) and there was a bunch of other good stuff in there to, among it was a nice new pair of goretex boots for my wife.  I was like, "dude, at least through my shit out of the car so I can at least keep that".
Do you live in the LP Chips?  That's where we're at, so many ghetto ass turds around here. 
One day my goal is northern MI or out west (OR looks good, but I wouldn't mind living around Whistler, BC).  I think that's the goal of most people downriver is to get out. 

haha yeah you guessed it, LP it is.  I dont know for how much longer though.  Im trying to get either a house or condo in canton possibly.  I need to get out of this area, and yes that is most peoples goal anymore here lol.  after yesterday i truly have had enough.  
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:03:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129413#1129413 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by chips2853I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129366#1129366 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 2:13pm

Originally posted by chips2853

I guess it's what was stolen that really gets me lol. My radio has all the heat controls integrated into it and the ripped that out. Stole two set of headphones(1 was blown). Some t-shirts, 2 scripts of prescription sleeping pills that make me sick so I hope it does for them too, subwoofer(blown), a work out energy supplement bottle, and here's the kicker, 1-1/2 pairs of shoes! Yes 1-1/2. The today I noticed one of my running gloves was missing also. So between the glove and shoes I'm pretty annoyed. Oh and they turned my heat to cold air before they cut the wires. Great people ya know lol
 
Shit just irks me ya know?  Like it's not bad enough to steal your shit, then to give you ac for the winter.  My first car that was stolen they got all this work stuff I had (boots, gloves, toolbelt) and there was a bunch of other good stuff in there to, among it was a nice new pair of goretex boots for my wife.  I was like, "dude, at least through my shit out of the car so I can at least keep that".
Do you live in the LP Chips?  That's where we're at, so many ghetto ass turds around here. 
One day my goal is northern MI or out west (OR looks good, but I wouldn't mind living around Whistler, BC).  I think that's the goal of most people downriver is to get out. 
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:13:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129366#1129366 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah I&#039;ve worked in 12 oaks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129364#1129364 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 2:05pm

Yeah I've worked in 12 oaks at this time of year and it's a nightmare! I got my elevates that in content with. Another lens might be cool though lol]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:05:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129364#1129364 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by steezycheezy734Yo... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129350#1129350 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 1:46pm

Originally posted by steezycheezy734

Yo if any of you guys are into Oakley, you should get your asses up to 12 Oaks in Novi. There running a friends and family 25% off!! Got a pair of airbrakes for like for like $165

Good tip but I have 2 pairs of Splices, I'm set for the season.  Besides, I hate being in the 12 Oaks area this time of year, absolutely hate it.
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:46:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129350#1129350 Michiganders where you at- : Yo if any of you guys are into... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129319#1129319 Author: steezycheezy734
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 12:58pm

Yo if any of you guys are into Oakley, you should get your asses up to 12 Oaks in Novi. There running a friends and family 25% off!! Got a pair of airbrakes for like for like $165]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 12:58:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129319#1129319 Michiganders where you at- : That&#039;s the general plan.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129121#1129121 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 8:09am

That's the general plan. Currently looking for something in canton or novi area which will be a nice change]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:09:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129121#1129121 Michiganders where you at- : Sheesh, you guys really need to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129108#1129108 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 7:47am

Sheesh, you guys really need to move outta downriver.  Head west young man!]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:47:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129108#1129108 Michiganders where you at- : I guess it&#039;s what was stolen... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129080#1129080 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 7:03am

I guess it's what was stolen that really gets me lol. My radio has all the heat controls integrated into it and the ripped that out. Stole two set of headphones(1 was blown). Some t-shirts, 2 scripts of prescription sleeping pills that make me sick so I hope it does for them too, subwoofer(blown), a work out energy supplement bottle, and here's the kicker, 1-1/2 pairs of shoes! Yes 1-1/2. The today I noticed one of my running gloves was missing also. So between the glove and shoes I'm pretty annoyed. Oh and they turned my heat to cold air before they cut the wires. Great people ya know lol]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:03:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129080#1129080 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559ahhh...... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129042#1129042 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2011 at 5:01am

Originally posted by MikeD13559

ahhh... ok.  GOOD!!!
I don't want to be from 'down river'  SmileLOLWinkBig smile
No one wants to be from downriver Mike.  It's a lot like Ohio here, the armpit of america.
 
I feel your pain Chips, I've had two cars stolen in the past 5 years.  2 drivers side windows busted out.   Someone tried to steal a third car of ours but luckily that one didn't have a battery in it, so I can picture the wanna be thief trying his heart out to start a car with no juiceLOL.  We did get one of the stolen cars back.  It still runs, but I keep it in the back yard now (which sucks cuz it eats up valuable space in the park).
 
 
]]> Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:01:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1129042#1129042 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma^... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128784#1128784 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 4:16pm

Originally posted by ctoma

^ All the downriver girls love Brandon Inge. 

NO ONE LIKES INGE hahaha
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:16:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128784#1128784 Michiganders where you at- : ^ All the downriver girls love... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128783#1128783 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 4:12pm

^ All the downriver girls love Brandon Inge. ]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:12:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128783#1128783 Michiganders where you at- : yeah you really dont lol, thats... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128755#1128755 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 3:40pm

yeah you really dont lol, thats why im getting out of it myself haha]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:40:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128755#1128755 Michiganders where you at- : ahhh... ok. GOOD!!!I don&#039;t... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128751#1128751 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 3:34pm

ahhh... ok.  GOOD!!!
I don't want to be from 'down river'  SmileLOLWinkBig smile
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:34:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128751#1128751 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559Guys..... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128737#1128737 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 3:14pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559

Guys.. does "downriver' = West MI? 
I have never heard this term used in MI.. and I have lived here my entire life.. In GR.
So, have I lived 'downriver' my entire life?  hahaha!!Big smileLOL

lol no, downriver is south east mich, down the detroit river.  theres like 13 cities included in the area.
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:14:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128737#1128737 Michiganders where you at- : Guys.. does &#034;downriver&#039;... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128731#1128731 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 3:09pm

Guys.. does "downriver' = West MI? 
I have never heard this term used in MI.. and I have lived here my entire life.. In GR.
So, have I lived 'downriver' my entire life?  hahaha!!Big smileLOL
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:09:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128731#1128731 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128710#1128710 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 2:49pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I know Mike, I've seen ups and downs in the winter too.  It just seems that the past like 15 years haven't been the winters I remember (the 70s were snowy as hell).  And it does snow in this state, just not in the downriver area.  It seems like if I go an hour away from home in any direction in the winter there's snow when there's none at my house (other than my backyard).
 
@ Kush- Yeah, the earth does naturally warm and cool.  This state is the product of the last time it was ultra cold.  So yes, since it's not an ice age we are in a warm period.  I just can't believe that with all our manmade pollution from factories and cars and all the other eco-unfriendly stuff we do that we have absolutely nothing to do with the rapid changes of the past hundred years. The world has been pretty industrialized for the past 100 years+.  The warmth that comes from Detroit alone seems to melt the snow before it can hit the ground.

Cant wait to get out of the downriver myself, i just got my car broken into in my own driveway last night :/  And this non sticking snow is more depressing as it is lol
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:49:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128710#1128710 Michiganders where you at- : I know Mike, I&#039;ve seen... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128677#1128677 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 2:10pm

I know Mike, I've seen ups and downs in the winter too.  It just seems that the past like 15 years haven't been the winters I remember (the 70s were snowy as hell).  And it does snow in this state, just not in the downriver area.  It seems like if I go an hour away from home in any direction in the winter there's snow when there's none at my house (other than my backyard).
 
@ Kush- Yeah, the earth does naturally warm and cool.  This state is the product of the last time it was ultra cold.  So yes, since it's not an ice age we are in a warm period.  I just can't believe that with all our manmade pollution from factories and cars and all the other eco-unfriendly stuff we do that we have absolutely nothing to do with the rapid changes of the past hundred years. The world has been pretty industrialized for the past 100 years+.  The warmth that comes from Detroit alone seems to melt the snow before it can hit the ground.
]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:10:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128677#1128677 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MikeD13559 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128665#1128665 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 1:53pm

Originally posted by MikeD13559


Originally posted by kushman182

Originally posted by snowj720

I hear ppl say all the time about how global warming isn't real.   I've watched the climate change in my area.  When I was a kid we had snow all freakin winter, we didn't get a snow day from school unless it was a big storm.  Now, it rains all December.  Last New Years I was out in a t-shirt.  I can see why my local ski hill shut down, we used to get a Feb. thaw, it'd be in the high 30's, now our thaws are 50 and rain.  Wtf?  No global warming my ace.


the earth naturally changes in temperature, it has for over 4 billion years, america used to be a glacier, global warming is a term used to define the increase in earths surface due to greenhouse gases, which has not been proven. Theres a difference between global warming and global climate change, one is a fact and the other is bs
I have seen early and late seasons on and off for about 29 yrs now.. 1st as a skier.. then as a rider.. It's Michigan!!!! This is how it is!  The Lakes do weird things w/ the weather!and The Boyne resorts have been getting and making snow.  Boyne Highlands opened this past Sat.
The other NW MI resorts are planning on opening this coming weekend!




If they're opening next weekend I'll be happy and may go visit my mom lol free housing in Boyne city :)]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:53:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128665#1128665 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by kushman182 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128641#1128641 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 1:18pm

Originally posted by kushman182

Originally posted by snowj720

I hear ppl say all the time about how global warming isn't real.   I've watched the climate change in my area.  When I was a kid we had snow all freakin winter, we didn't get a snow day from school unless it was a big storm.  Now, it rains all December.  Last New Years I was out in a t-shirt.  I can see why my local ski hill shut down, we used to get a Feb. thaw, it'd be in the high 30's, now our thaws are 50 and rain.  Wtf?  No global warming my ace.
the earth naturally changes in temperature, it has for over 4 billion years, america used to be a glacier, global warming is a term used to define the increase in earths surface due to greenhouse gases, which has not been proven. Theres a difference between global warming and global climate change, one is a fact and the other is bs


I have seen early and late seasons on and off for about 29 yrs now.. 1st as a skier.. then as a rider..
It's Michigan!!!! This is how it is!  The Lakes do weird things w/ the weather!

and The Boyne resorts have been getting and making snow.  Boyne Highlands opened this past Sat.
The other NW MI resorts are planning on opening this coming weekend!

]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:18:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128641#1128641 Michiganders where you at- : Either way the excess warmth sucks... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128599#1128599 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 12:55pm

Either way the excess warmth sucks right now. It is lightly snowing here but not gonna stick]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:55:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128599#1128599 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128548#1128548 Author: kushman182
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 12:10pm

Originally posted by snowj720

I hear ppl say all the time about how global warming isn't real.   I've watched the climate change in my area.  When I was a kid we had snow all freakin winter, we didn't get a snow day from school unless it was a big storm.  Now, it rains all December.  Last New Years I was out in a t-shirt.  I can see why my local ski hill shut down, we used to get a Feb. thaw, it'd be in the high 30's, now our thaws are 50 and rain.  Wtf?  No global warming my ace.
the earth naturally changes in temperature, it has for over 4 billion years, america used to be a glacier, global warming is a term used to define the increase in earths surface due to greenhouse gases, which has not been proven. Theres a difference between global warming and global climate change, one is a fact and the other is bs]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:10:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128548#1128548 Michiganders where you at- : I hear ppl say all the time... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128539#1128539 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/05/2011 at 12:00pm

I hear ppl say all the time about how global warming isn't real.   I've watched the climate change in my area.  When I was a kid we had snow all freakin winter, we didn't get a snow day from school unless it was a big storm.  Now, it rains all December.  Last New Years I was out in a t-shirt.  I can see why my local ski hill shut down, we used to get a Feb. thaw, it'd be in the high 30's, now our thaws are 50 and rain.  Wtf?  No global warming my ace.]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128539#1128539 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by Costell14when... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128012#1128012 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/04/2011 at 11:47am

Originally posted by Costell14

when will it snow in Michigan?!?!?!? I hate rain. It just needs to snow so I can have a hobby! Please!


Global warming is really killing the winter sports.
]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2011 11:47:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1128012#1128012 Michiganders where you at- : when will it snow in Michigan?!?!?!?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127504#1127504 Author: Costell14
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/02/2011 at 11:03pm

when will it snow in Michigan?!?!?!? I hate rain. It just needs to snow so I can have a hobby! Please!]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 23:03:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127504#1127504 Michiganders where you at- : i cant figure how to post it so... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127334#1127334 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/02/2011 at 3:15pm

i cant figure how to post it so it embeds in here]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:15:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127334#1127334 Michiganders where you at- : I fixed somethin. I can actually... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127322#1127322 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/02/2011 at 3:00pm

I fixed somethin.  I can actually see the vids posted now.  Throw that one from boyne up.]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:00:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1127322#1127322 Michiganders where you at- : The sled hill is actually in Boyne... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126546#1126546 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 10:44am

The sled hill is actually in Boyne city downtown. You can see it anywhere in town. It goes by either avalanche or barn mountain. It's pretty fun and pretty open. I'll be up there at Christmas with my girl. Shit my yard has little hills too that we used to hit up.

I'll post a vid from Boyne 2 years ago, not good quality but has good music lol]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:44:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126546#1126546 Michiganders where you at- : Hey snowj720 her is the link,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126530#1126530 Author: hise442
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 10:17am

Hey snowj720 her is the link, http://www.youtube.com/user/cr250r442#p/u/4/AeKdWICVNQc
and to "chips2853" are you talking about that hill across from Boyne mtn? and if so how do you get their just hike from the Boyne parking lot or like a snowmobile access. ]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:17:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126530#1126530 Michiganders where you at- : We probably won&#039;t do... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126522#1126522 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 10:07am

We probably won't do the Mt. this year, I think the group is burned out on it.  But I would like to check out that sled hill, though I might only make it up onceDead   It sounds like a place I'd like to get some film at.  It's in Boyne Falls I'm assuming?
and shoot me a link to your video.  Or give me your user youtube user name so I can look for it.  One of these years I'd like to get together with some ppl and do a MI movie.  Have ppl shoot all over the state then make one nice hour long flick to rep the dirty mitten.  I think it'd be cool cuz outside of the resorts and local hills this state has some cool (mini)backcountry hits and urban features that no one ever sees.
]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:07:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126522#1126522 Michiganders where you at- : If you guys ever go to Boyne you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126477#1126477 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 9:01am

If you guys ever go to Boyne you need to go to our sled hill in town! It's about as tall as Boyne mt and steeper. If you ride on the sides and not down the center there's usually like a foot of powder! And you can walk to the top and see the whole city and lake. Hit the snowmobile trail on the backside and it's a solid 2-4 min run. A lot of kids will make kickers to the big wooden rails that go up the stairs in the woods. It's pretty sweet and lit up from dusk till dawn.]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:01:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126477#1126477 Michiganders where you at- : can you post a link hise?... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126451#1126451 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 8:15am

can you post a link hise?  For some reason all I see when ppl (including me) post vids on here is a blank square w/ a placeholder.  Don't know why, I used to be able to view vids posted here.  But my pc is an ass. 
Oh yeah, thanks for the thumbs up.  Despite the fact that I freely make and post videos I'm so critical of myself.  Postive vibes are always welcome.Thumbs Up
]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:15:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126451#1126451 Michiganders where you at- : Hey &#034;snowj720&#034; I just... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126409#1126409 Author: hise442
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 7:06am

Hey "snowj720" I just checked out your vid on you tube and gave it thumbs up. I noticed in one of your other vid's you guys went to mt holly, I thought I should post one of me and my lil bros from our last trip to their. I am hopping to do a quick trip that way as soon as I finish up school in the next week. Check it out and let me know what you think.
[TUBE]watch?v=AeKdWICVNQc[/TUBE]
]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:06:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126409#1126409 Michiganders where you at- : you suck I would love a view... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126407#1126407 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 7:01am

you suckLOL  I would love a view like that.  So jealous.  We always joke that the backbed room downstairs is the hillside suite. 
My folks have a place up around Higgins Lake, I need to talk them into buying a place a little further north (at least until I can move on up). ]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:01:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126407#1126407 Michiganders where you at- : Damn, I might have to come out... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126396#1126396 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 6:37am

Damn, I might have to come out when I get my new stuff lol. Luckily for me when I go visit my mom over the holidays I have free housing in Boyne and can see the mt from my old bedroom lol]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:37:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126396#1126396 Michiganders where you at- : and I think you live closer... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126391#1126391 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 6:07am

and I think you live closer than you think Chips, ya might have to come play in the Lab one of these days.   We usually do Sunday sessions, one of my buds started to refer to our Sunday seshes as "going to church".  
 
]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:07:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126391#1126391 Michiganders where you at- : That&#039;s the biggest thing... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126389#1126389 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/01/2011 at 5:53am

That's the biggest thing we lack chips is land.  My little bro lives north of k-zoo and he's got some land.  I don't think he's doing enough with it but it is his first shot at his own park.  We've done some improvements to our park recently.  A couple of weeks ago we got a chance to play on the new boxes.  Here's a quick vid of some of my better moments that day- [TUBE]www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTNlJC_tpu0[/TUBE]
I've been having trouble posting vids here so if that didn't work- www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTNlJC_tpu0
]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:53:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1126389#1126389 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720 Yeah... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1124044#1124044 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 4:24pm

Originally posted by snowj720

Yeah Mike, I'm chompin' at the bit to get making some snow in the Lab.  Supposed to get cold enough towards the end of the week so if I'm lucky I'll get to have a couple backyard sessions this weekendBig smile

saw your vids earlier, i like your back yard setup.  I live like 30 mins from you I think, on the southern border of Detroit.  I used to do what you did all the time in my backyard when i lived in boyne and had 10 acres of land haha
]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 16:24:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1124044#1124044 Michiganders where you at- : That&#039;s cool! I have to wait... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123950#1123950 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 12:32pm

That's cool! I have to wait for snow in GR before I can do that.
Cab is claiming a Dec 3rd opening date!  riding all next week up there!!! LOLBig smile]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:32:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123950#1123950 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah Mike, I&#039;m chompin&#039;... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123937#1123937 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 11:49am

Yeah Mike, I'm chompin' at the bit to get making some snow in the Lab.  Supposed to get cold enough towards the end of the week so if I'm lucky I'll get to have a couple backyard sessions this weekendBig smile]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:49:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123937#1123937 Michiganders where you at- : It&#039;s sad that a MI snowboarding... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123935#1123935 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 11:43am

It's sad that a MI snowboarding thread has turned to talk of football and not snowboarding...
we really need snow to fall!!  Looks like next weekend-ish.. atleast they will be making snow up north starting tonight.. it seems. Thumbs Up
]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:43:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123935#1123935 Michiganders where you at- : glad to see that 2 years after... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123924#1123924 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 11:11am

glad to see that 2 years after i make this thread people are still posting!  cant wait for the new season, just need new gear lol]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:11:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123924#1123924 Michiganders where you at- : That was a tough call overturning... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123902#1123902 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2011 at 10:19am

That was a tough call overturning the touchdown, and then the holding plus person foul call.  However about time a Michigan kicker step up and make a big kick.]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:19:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123902#1123902 Michiganders where you at- : Sure was. Had me biting my... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123659#1123659 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2011 at 2:15pm

Sure was.  Had me biting my nails until late in the 4th.  Finally U of M ends the losing streak.]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:15:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123659#1123659 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj720osu... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123658#1123658 Author: | | | bryman | | |
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2011 at 2:13pm

Originally posted by snowj720

osu is going down today sir
 
Unfortunately you were right on that one.  Hell of a football game though
 
-b
]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 14:13:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123658#1123658 Michiganders where you at- : osu is going down today sir... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123527#1123527 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2011 at 8:42am

osu is going down today sir]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:42:01 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123527#1123527 Michiganders where you at- : Let me take this opportunity... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123510#1123510 Author: | | | bryman | | |
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2011 at 8:09am

Let me take this opportunity to say good morning on this fine Saturday
 
ohio_state_brutus_buckeye
 
-b
]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:09:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123510#1123510 Michiganders where you at- : I was in Kalamazoo the other day... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123509#1123509 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/26/2011 at 8:04am

I was in Kalamazoo the other day and this guy was trying to claim there was a fire at Timber Ridge Ski Resort has anyone heard anything about this. I have been looking around and have not seen any news on it.]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:04:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1123509#1123509 Michiganders where you at- : gonna have to tell my brother... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1116622#1116622 Author: Railkiss
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/13/2011 at 7:38am

gonna have to tell my brother in law about that, he literally lives within walking distance to bittersweet. It's cool, you can see his house from the top of the hill.]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 07:38:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1116622#1116622 Michiganders where you at- : hey if you live by Bittersweet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1116612#1116612 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/13/2011 at 6:40am

hey if you live by Bittersweet ski resort in Michigan they have a cool winter job, of helping make and maintain the park.  Sounds a lot better than working a lift.]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 06:40:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1116612#1116612 Michiganders where you at- : My bro got less than an inch,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1115699#1115699 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/11/2011 at 4:20am

My bro got less than an inch, he was able to hit his backyard park.  Soooooo jealous.  I was going to make snow last night, but the temp didn't get low enough. ]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2011 04:20:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1115699#1115699 Michiganders where you at- : First snow in lower Michigan today!!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1115416#1115416 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/10/2011 at 1:55pm

First snow in lower Michigan today!!  Makes me a little excited for the winter and ready to board!]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:55:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1115416#1115416 Michiganders where you at- : I like the idea, but it didn&#039;t... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1064276#1064276 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/25/2011 at 12:29pm

I like the idea, but it didn't look like it was working to well. However as long as your having fun that is what its all about.]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:29:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1064276#1064276 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m trying to find a way... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1063717#1063717 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/23/2011 at 5:21pm

I'm trying to find a way to maximize the backyard in the summer tooBig smile

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And thanks for the kind words on our little video.  It's all fun.
]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2011 17:21:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1063717#1063717 Michiganders where you at- : Nice video, especially if you... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1063619#1063619 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/23/2011 at 11:21am

Nice video, especially if you had to learn with a new program. Also you maximized the space in the backyard and had some fun features. ]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2011 11:21:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1063619#1063619 Michiganders where you at- : consider this your invite guys... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062904#1062904 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/21/2011 at 1:07pm

consider this your invite guysTongue  We meet some kids at a local sled hill last winter, after hittin the kicker they made we took them back to our house and they about shit.
 
Yeah, defintely have to use the meet up for some up north trips for us flatlanders.   The only trip our group has planned so far is a Bohemia trip in early Feb.  We haven't set exact dates, but early Feb. seems to be a good time for pow up there.
 
]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:07:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062904#1062904 Michiganders where you at- : I spent the first 12 years of... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062779#1062779 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/21/2011 at 6:20am

I spent the first 12 years of my life in Warren...

This upcoming winter we need to utilize the Regional Riders/Mid West forum or "I'm riding tomorrow, how bout you?" thread to organize a couple meet 'n rides.  Also, I want an invitation to hit up snowj420 and railkiss' backyard park!
]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 06:20:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062779#1062779 Michiganders where you at- : Im from Warren, been to Alpine,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062774#1062774 Author: ah8174
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/21/2011 at 5:50am

Im from Warren, been to Alpine, Holly, Pine Knob, and Caberfae, Caberfae being the best of the four.  I need to head north and check out some of the other resorts some time soon.]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 05:50:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1062774#1062774 Michiganders where you at- : I know, I&#039;ve got to try and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1061449#1061449 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/17/2011 at 7:34pm

I know, I've got to try and keep the whole vid to under 25 minutes next winter.  I almost made a companion movie of just fails n' bails, which would have probably been more entertaining.]]> Sun, 17 Jul 2011 19:34:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1061449#1061449 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj420oh,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060874#1060874 Author: Angry Midget Yo
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/15/2011 at 1:46pm

Originally posted by snowj420

oh, and cut us some slack, most of our group is old, didn't start until we were almost 30, and don't get out much.  So if we suck, sorry, we're just having funLOL

Not bad for a bunch of old geezers, haha just kidding.  As long as you're having fun then it's all gravy.  Although you might wanna shorten the videos more because each vid was like 16 min each.  
]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:46:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060874#1060874 Michiganders where you at- : oh, and cut us some slack, most... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060870#1060870 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/15/2011 at 1:40pm

oh, and cut us some slack, most of our group is old, didn't start until we were almost 30, and don't get out much.  So if we suck, sorry, we're just having funLOL]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:40:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060870#1060870 Michiganders where you at- : Hey fellow &#039;ganders. Just... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060869#1060869 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/15/2011 at 1:37pm

Hey fellow 'ganders.  Just wanted to share our little movie from this past winter.  Shot in state and in our backyard.  I've been throwing together our footage at the end of the season for the past few years.  This was this years result.  Had our camera shit out, used whatever was laying around, got new camera that had issues.  I had to learn a new editing program too, which I still don't think I have the hang of.
This winter I'd like to work on some footage to show off our state, maybe work with some fellow riders from around the mitten and the U.P.   Anyone that has a camera and loves to ride that's interested hit me up.  We've got some really nice areas of this state to ride, let's rep the dirty mitten.
 
and now, Gettin There
 
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]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:37:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1060869#1060869 Michiganders where you at- : skifreedeals.com is the website... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1007481#1007481 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/13/2011 at 2:30pm

skifreedeals.com is the website for the free lift ticket. If you go to the website you can check out which parks it covers. Both Boyne resorts are on the list. Then you have to purchase 10 gallons of gas at a participating store. There is a list of participating stations on the website.]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 14:30:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1007481#1007481 Michiganders where you at- : Hit up Boyne Mt. Thursday. Conditions... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006873#1006873 Author: daughmis
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/12/2011 at 10:59am

Hit up Boyne Mt. Thursday. Conditions were great and lift lines were short. Had an amazing day. First time to Boyne Mt. and it's the best place I've been in Mi (better than: Bittersweet, Brighton, Pine Knob, Shanty Creek, Alpine Valley) and the fresh powder was worth the drive. Forecast isn't looking too good for Southern Michigan snow-hills, hopefully the snow up North holds out a few more weeks.

So, a local at Boyne told me about the Shell gas buy one lift ticket, get one free deal. What parks does this deal work at? And how does the deal work?]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2011 10:59:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006873#1006873 Michiganders where you at- : i would guess late march maybe... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006869#1006869 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/12/2011 at 10:36am

i would guess late march maybe early april.]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2011 10:36:14 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006869#1006869 Michiganders where you at- : Does anybody know when the last... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006161#1006161 Author: Biggspeed
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2011 at 9:32am

Does anybody know when the last day is for resorts in the UP? Preferably indianhead or Big Powderhorn?]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2011 09:32:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1006161#1006161 Michiganders where you at- : We didn&#039;t stay at Highlands.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1005086#1005086 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/10/2011 at 3:45am

We didn't stay at Highlands. Friends have a condo down the street.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2011 03:45:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1005086#1005086 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by wechterWe... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1004140#1004140 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/09/2011 at 5:10am

Originally posted by wechter

We went out Saturday afternoon and then Sunday afternoon 12-4. I didn't see a Rome Postermania though. i thought the conditions were great too. And it wasn't crowded at all. We stayed out until about 8 on Saturday and it was great.

We were riding Friday night about 5:00 - 9:00pm, Saturday 9:30am - 7:00pm, Sunday 9:30am - 11:30am.

What building/lodge did you stay in?  We were in the Heather Highlands Inverness building.
]]> Wed, 09 Mar 2011 05:10:43 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1004140#1004140 Michiganders where you at- : We went out Saturday afternoon... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1003277#1003277 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/08/2011 at 4:36am

We went out Saturday afternoon and then Sunday afternoon 12-4. I didn't see a Rome Postermania though. i thought the conditions were great too. And it wasn't crowded at all. We stayed out until about 8 on Saturday and it was great. ]]> Tue, 08 Mar 2011 04:36:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1003277#1003277 Michiganders where you at- : Just returned from Boyne Highlands.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1001952#1001952 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/06/2011 at 3:22pm

Just returned from Boyne Highlands.  Great trip although too short.  The conditions were much better than I expected especially since it was lightly raining the closer we got to BH. 

Really enjoyed the far right and far left sides (much less crowded).  We hit the half pipe and the Funland terrain park, enjoyed both.

My wife progressed really well considering (Friday - Sunday) it was her 3rd, 4th and 5th time on a snowboard.  All in all it was a fun trip.

wechter -  I saw 1 Sierra Crew Sunday morning heading out of the Main Lodge but the guy carrying it wasn't wearing black pants and a grey jacket.
]]> Sun, 06 Mar 2011 15:22:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1001952#1001952 Michiganders where you at- : I went Pine Knob last night. I... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000519#1000519 Author: tical00111
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2011 at 11:54am

I went Pine Knob last night. I was helping a friend learn on his first time on a snowboard. Nice night and I got a buy one get one free lift ticket from Shell gas stations. ]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 11:54:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000519#1000519 Michiganders where you at- : I am from the Ann Arbor area we... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000265#1000265 Author: hise442
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2011 at 7:02am

I am from the Ann Arbor area we usually hit up holly for a quick day trip and spend a few weekends at shanty creek resort, nubs nob etc
Here is some videos first one is from schuss mountain, nubs, holly and my house and the other one's is just at holly.
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That was the windiest day ever
Then here is a quick night session
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]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 07:02:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000265#1000265 Michiganders where you at- : I ride a Sierra Crew, black with... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000255#1000255 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2011 at 6:44am

I ride a Sierra Crew, black with the sierra s logo all over the bottom. Black pants and a grey jacket. ]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:44:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000255#1000255 Michiganders where you at- : Heading up to Boyne Highlands... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000251#1000251 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2011 at 6:37am

Heading up to Boyne Highlands this weekend, too... leaving in about 15 minutes as a matter of fact.

What are you riding, wechter?  I'll look for you out there.

I'm riding a Rome Postermania, Union Contacts, black FourSquare jacket, tan Sessions pants (black jacket, tan pants like every other jackass out there).  If you see a woman struggling on the greens riding a K2 Vavavoom with white K2 Bliss bindings stop by and say hello, that's my wife.  This will be her 3rd time riding.
]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:37:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000251#1000251 Michiganders where you at- : we were up ing_a_ylord (why does... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000228#1000228 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2011 at 5:57am

we were up in g_a_ylord (why does this site turn that city into homosexual mi?)  at the opark this past weekend, it was pretty hard packed from the warm up.  the highlands being so much further NW is probably great, the webcam looks like they have nice coverage.  they've had over a week to really work the snow back to shape so it should be in good shape.
Nub's  has blown snow this past week.  both got a few inches of natural, and it's supposed to be snowing today.  have fun. 
]]> Fri, 04 Mar 2011 05:57:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=1000228#1000228 Michiganders where you at- : Anybody been up to Boyne Highlands... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999921#999921 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2011 at 5:25pm

Anybody been up to Boyne Highlands this week? How's the snow been? Heading up there this weekend.]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 17:25:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999921#999921 Michiganders where you at- : That was at Schuss. I didn&#039;t... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999696#999696 Author: Mortoni
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2011 at 1:49pm

That was at Schuss. I didn't go to Summit at all]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:49:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999696#999696 Michiganders where you at- : yeah when i was there last year... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999694#999694 Author: Mortoni
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2011 at 1:47pm

yeah when i was there last year the jumps were pretty good size. They had 3 pretty good sized one in the bigger park with a huge one at the end of it then in the smaller one they had 2 ones that were on the smaller side but still good. The jibs weren't that great but the jumps made up for it]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:47:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999694#999694 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by tical00111The... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999373#999373 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/03/2011 at 6:17am

Originally posted by tical00111

The jumps at schuss were huge. Summit were more tame. The half pipe I thought was very legit. Being my first time in a pipe I was impressed with the depth and angle. I had a great time on both mountains.
Really? i might have to check schuss out then!]]> Thu, 03 Mar 2011 06:17:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=999373#999373 Michiganders where you at- : The jumps at schuss were huge.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998451#998451 Author: tical00111
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2011 at 7:34am

The jumps at schuss were huge. Summit were more tame. The half pipe I thought was very legit. Being my first time in a pipe I was impressed with the depth and angle. I had a great time on both mountains.]]> Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:34:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998451#998451 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by MortoniI... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998412#998412 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2011 at 6:30am

Originally posted by Mortoni

I haven't been to shanty this year but when I went last year it was awesome. Both parks were pretty legit and they were making a pipe. The pipe obviously can't be that good because, come on it's michigan, and it was all iced over because we were only there one day that it was open. But all the other runs were sweet. It was a lot of fun but it was MLK weekend so the lift lines were long.
What size jumps did they have?]]> Wed, 02 Mar 2011 06:30:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998412#998412 Michiganders where you at- : I have boarded every weekend this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998346#998346 Author: tical00111
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/02/2011 at 3:54am

I have boarded every weekend this year at either Pine Knob or Mt. Holly with a special mid Feburary trip Shanty. First time at Shanty this year and I loved it. Lots of nice runs. ]]> Wed, 02 Mar 2011 03:54:18 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998346#998346 Michiganders where you at- : im in northwest ohio but i only... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998199#998199 Author: iamjason10
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/01/2011 at 7:56pm

im in northwest ohio but i only really board in mich, ive been to mount holly, boyne highlands, and alpine valley, boyne is my fave so far than holly but im sure there are much better places i have yet to go to]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:56:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998199#998199 Michiganders where you at- : I haven&#039;t been to shanty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998168#998168 Author: Mortoni
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/01/2011 at 7:22pm

I haven't been to shanty this year but when I went last year it was awesome. Both parks were pretty legit and they were making a pipe. The pipe obviously can't be that good because, come on it's michigan, and it was all iced over because we were only there one day that it was open. But all the other runs were sweet. It was a lot of fun but it was MLK weekend so the lift lines were long.]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2011 19:22:15 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=998168#998168 Michiganders where you at- : I havent been to shanty in years...... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=997280#997280 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/01/2011 at 5:38am

I havent been to shanty in years... is it any good?]]> Tue, 01 Mar 2011 05:38:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=997280#997280 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;ve been to Treetops, Shanty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=996503#996503 Author: wechter
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/28/2011 at 8:42am

I've been to Treetops, Shanty Creek, Mt. Brighton. Mt. Holly, and going up to Boyne Highliands this weekend. Brighton and Holly aren't much you know but a lot closer than going up north.]]> Mon, 28 Feb 2011 08:42:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=996503#996503 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m in Lansing, but moving... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=996264#996264 Author: talldude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/27/2011 at 9:56pm

I'm in Lansing, but moving to St. Joseph in a few months. Probably going to Caberfae next weekend.]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:56:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=996264#996264 Michiganders where you at- : I’m in the Manton area, Caberfae... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=992895#992895 Author: fiend138
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/23/2011 at 2:14pm

I’m in the Manton area, Caberfae & Crystal Mountain are both about 45 minute drives and Boyne is about an hour. Usually hit Crystal Mountain.]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:14:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=992895#992895 Michiganders where you at- : is that $10 thursday deal every... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=990851#990851 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/21/2011 at 8:43am

is that $10 thursday deal every thursday?]]> Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:43:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=990851#990851 Michiganders where you at- : Michigan is were its at http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=989262#989262 Author: Sirdangle
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/18/2011 at 1:47pm

Michigan is were its at]]> Fri, 18 Feb 2011 13:47:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=989262#989262 Michiganders where you at- : From Lansing, local spot is Brighton.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=983772#983772 Author: MittenSlam
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/12/2011 at 12:59pm

From Lansing, local spot is Brighton. I hit up the O Park at Otsego Club quite a bit... their $10 thursdays are awesome. Other than that, rode the burg near GR and Marquette Mt. this year a couple times. Definitely want to make it out to Bohemia after some freshies roll through!]]> Sat, 12 Feb 2011 12:59:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=983772#983772 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah whats up MI is great http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=971036#971036 Author: smurfguy33
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/30/2011 at 7:27am

Yeah whats up MI is great]]> Sun, 30 Jan 2011 07:27:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=971036#971036 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj420it&#039;s... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=970416#970416 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/29/2011 at 7:52am

Originally posted by snowj420

it's totally worth it broham.  if you get the chance do it.  we broke up the drive by staying the night in roscommon, then 6.5 hours from there, but i'm glad we didn't do it all at once.  it is a rough trip.
  Ya ive been up there in the summer and there is absolutly nothing on the way up there.]]> Sat, 29 Jan 2011 07:52:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=970416#970416 Michiganders where you at- : mt holly boyne http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=969597#969597 Author: boarder123
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/28/2011 at 8:33am

mt holly boyne
]]> Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:33:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=969597#969597 Michiganders where you at- : it&#039;s totally worth it broham.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=968982#968982 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/27/2011 at 3:40pm

it's totally worth it broham.  if you get the chance do it.  we broke up the drive by staying the night in roscommon, then 6.5 hours from there, but i'm glad we didn't do it all at once.  it is a rough trip.]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 15:40:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=968982#968982 Michiganders where you at- : I want to go to bohemia soo bad!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=968757#968757 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/27/2011 at 12:35pm

I want to go to bohemia soo bad!  It looks super sick but its a 10 hour drive.]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:35:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=968757#968757 Michiganders where you at- : we were eyeing up spots west of... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967795#967795 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 2:45pm

we were eyeing up spots west of cadillac, near wellston.  there's a bunch of state land in the area.  i think it's off of m55 that there's a bunch of spots.  some big hills back in the woods.  we were supposed to hit some new years, but it got so warm that 3' of snow melted in 36 hours, so we got skunked.  we did hit a place last winter in that area, i think the locals called it "big m",  it was super sweet.  got real tired walking up.  this year we had a sled ready to go, but the weather made it useless.
the couple of times i've been by sleeping bear in the winter there was never any snow on it (i think the sand is the culprit).  that area has some nice looking hills between there and TC off 72. 
i like the idea of a thread dedicated to backwoods spots in the lower, i'd like to find out so more places to ride.
]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:45:02 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967795#967795 Michiganders where you at- : haven&#039;t gotten to either... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967733#967733 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 2:15pm

haven't gotten to either of those.  i've heard they're nice.  more geared towards families than Bohemia for sure.  my bro-in-law said he really dug Indianhead.  Next trip i'd like to hit a few places while we're up there.  I was whipped good after the day on Bohemia, so that one would be last on the tour.]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:15:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967733#967733 Michiganders where you at- : Im going to hit up the o park... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967635#967635 Author: asd2009
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 1:38pm

Im going to hit up the o park and mt bohemia over spring break, im pretty excited, especially after that backcountry video. but i got a question, i might start a new thread if a lot of people dont see it here. Does anyone know any good backcountry places in the lower peninsula? snowmobile or hiking access is fine with me. only place Ive really heard of is sleeping bear dunes and other dunes over on the west side of the state.]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:38:53 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967635#967635 Michiganders where you at- : haven&#039;t gotten to either... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967617#967617 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 1:27pm

haven't gotten to either of those.  i've heard they're nice.  more geared towards families than Bohemia for sure.  my bro-in-law said he really dug Indianhead.  Next trip i'd like to hit a few places while we're up there.  I was whipped good after the day on Bohemia, so that one would be last on the tour.
the pic i posted of bohemia is just a very small part of the hill at the front, so much is unseen until you are in it.]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:27:29 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967617#967617 Michiganders where you at- : Wow, that&#039;s pretty nice!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967530#967530 Author: Biggspeed
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 12:10pm

Wow, that's pretty nice! Have you been to Indianhead or Big PowderHorn? If so, how would you compare Mt. Bohemia to those two? I went to the UP last year and those are two places I hit up. I'll be going again in the end of February.
]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:10:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967530#967530 Michiganders where you at- : okay, just had to let everyone... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967162#967162 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/26/2011 at 6:51am

okay, just had to let everyone know-  you have to go to Mt. Bohemia in the U.P.
just got back a few days ago.  9.5 hour drive one way for me, but it was worth it.  crotch deep pow, steep ass runs, cliff drops, all natural runs, sick!  best time to go seems to be in January because your chances of a powder day are better before the lake freezes up in Feb.   It's something you can't experience anywhere else in the Midwest.  The pic doesn't do it justice. 
]]> Wed, 26 Jan 2011 06:51:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=967162#967162 Michiganders where you at- : Alpine valley. Kinda sad compared... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=951522#951522 Author: endeaveri
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/10/2011 at 4:10am

Alpine valley.  Kinda sad compared to west coasters but I think AV is good enough to learn new tricks and hit some jumps.]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:10:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=951522#951522 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj420hey... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950482#950482 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2011 at 2:47pm

Originally posted by snowj420

hey joey, you should hit the ridge more.  my little bro lives in k-zoo and won't stop talking about their park.   it's like all park, good for park rats.  much like the "o" park, only the O is ridiculous.
 
oh, and Shayan, didja post just to make us flat-landers jealousDisapprove?
Bittersweet has a bigger jumps than timber ridge.  Right now they have about a 60 ft step down that is perfect.]]> Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:47:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950482#950482 Michiganders where you at- : i thought you could just board... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950443#950443 Author: wpiass
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2011 at 1:42pm

i thought you could just board down your driveway in MI]]> Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:42:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950443#950443 Michiganders where you at- : Im from south of Detroit and Holly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950440#950440 Author: Costell14
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/08/2011 at 1:40pm

Im from south of Detroit and Holly is my favorite within a 2 hour drive. But my real favorite is in New York. It's the same distance as Boyne or Crystal and all them but it has more elevation and runs. I learned to ski at crystal when I was like 8 and it was amazing, but it got old. I've been wanting to go back up there but never actually went. ]]> Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:40:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=950440#950440 Michiganders where you at- : hey joey, you should hit the ridge... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=948974#948974 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2011 at 2:40pm

hey joey, you should hit the ridge more.  my little bro lives in k-zoo and won't stop talking about their park.   it's like all park, good for park rats.  much like the "o" park, only the O is ridiculous.
 
oh, and Shayan, didja post just to make us flat-landers jealousDisapprove?
]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:40:16 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=948974#948974 Michiganders where you at- : im from battle creek mi, and mainly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=938515#938515 Author: f_joey
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2010 at 7:52pm

im from battle creek mi, and mainly go to bittersweet. might venture over to timber ridge maybe once this year ]]> Thu, 23 Dec 2010 19:52:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=938515#938515 Michiganders where you at- : Where you at http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=927390#927390 Author: smurfguy33
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/10/2010 at 3:45pm

Where you at]]> Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:45:42 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=927390#927390 Michiganders where you at- : Another question for you guys,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=925566#925566 Author: Codeman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/08/2010 at 4:50pm

Another question for you guys, I got my best friend to start boarding this year. He needs snow pants and a new jacket, but we don't have time to order online (plus he doesnt like buying stuff he hasnt tried on lol) Any stores in the detroit area that would have that stuff for decent prices? We usually go to Somerset and twelve oaks to shop so anywhere in those areas really]]> Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:50:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=925566#925566 Michiganders where you at- : I was in Michigan for two years... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=924487#924487 Author: shayan
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/07/2010 at 4:14pm

I was in Michigan for two years - was in Ann Arbor for business school.  I just finished and have moved back to Chicago now, so unfortunately no more weekend trips to Boyne for me. I'm on a project in Denver now, so my weekends are going to consist of making the most of my Colorado Pass Smile
]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 16:14:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=924487#924487 Michiganders where you at- : i&#039;m from Michigan. i&#039;m... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=924176#924176 Author: shop_80240
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/07/2010 at 12:27pm

i'm from Michigan. i'm at college now but i go to Nubs and Boyne Mtn usually. i'm pretty much a local up there. love it. where do you go?]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:27:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=924176#924176 Michiganders where you at- : 12/19 - 12/21 at Boyne Highlands,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923848#923848 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/07/2010 at 6:39am

12/19 - 12/21 at Boyne Highlands, looking forward to it.  1/21 - 1/23 at Caberfae or Nub's (anyone ever stay at the Trout Creek condos?).

Looking to get out this weekend to one of the local hills.  Can anyone report on the conditions at Holly, Brighton, Alpine, Pine Knob?  The morning news showed we maybe getting enough snow this weekend to accumulate.
]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 06:39:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923848#923848 Michiganders where you at- : What do you mean it&#039;s all... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923481#923481 Author: Mortoni
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2010 at 6:49pm

What do you mean it's all man-made? the snow isn't...those two are the only places I ride unless I go up north somewhere and if there's real snow they use it I mean, how couldn't they? and unless it's 100% synthetic snow it's fine. They have decent parks but the free runs aren't so great. Pine Knob has a better park usually but I don't know how either of them will be this early in the season. I'd still guess that Pine Knob has a better one]]> Mon, 06 Dec 2010 18:49:57 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923481#923481 Michiganders where you at- : Any SE Michiganders been to Pine... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923403#923403 Author: Codeman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/06/2010 at 5:31pm

Any SE Michiganders been to Pine Knob or Holly? I know its all man-made and probably terrible but I'm really getting the itch to try out my new board and bindings. Can anybody that went tell me exactly how bad the snow is? ]]> Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:31:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=923403#923403 Michiganders where you at- : i forgot to mention, you will... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916855#916855 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/30/2010 at 7:35am

i forgot to mention, you will also need lots of patience as it can be hard to get the mix just right.  it seemed to help last season when we had a valve for both the water and air lines, but i was still able to get it right working the water valve  a hair at a time. 
manmade snow is more durable and compacts less than natural snow, so even though you won't cover your yard in one night with the cheap gun/ without a power washer, the snow you make will be worth it.   i covered our downslope, flat, around the jib and a ride out in about 35-40 hours and that was with 1 gun.  enough to have a saturday sesh for the 4 of us.  blew more snow overnight and had great coverage for sunday.  totally worth it. 
make sure the compressor is  3cfm @ 90psi at least is what the site recommends but we seem to get good results at 50-60psi.
]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:35:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916855#916855 Michiganders where you at- : i put up some info about it on... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916843#916843 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/30/2010 at 7:26am

i put up some info about it on another post (think it was "backyard park setup" or something like that).  but you can find everything you need to know at snowathome.com (there's another site too i can't remember off hand).  they have free plans and all kinds of info on the art of snowmaking (they call it science, whatever). 
basically all you need (other than cold temps) is a decent air compressor, a 3/8 rubber air hose, a rubber garden hose (as thick as possible), and a snowgun that can be made for around $20 from parts at local hardware stores.  i've got two going that are modified versions of this
]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2010 07:26:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916843#916843 Michiganders where you at- : what type of machine do you use... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916492#916492 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/29/2010 at 7:48pm

what type of machine do you use for making snow?]]> Mon, 29 Nov 2010 19:48:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=916492#916492 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by Codeman Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=915707#915707 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/29/2010 at 6:20am

Originally posted by Codeman

Originally posted by snowj420

Originally posted by Codeman

I come over from Windsor and rode Pine Knob and Holly last year, obviously nothing great but there's nothing that's better unless I wanna drive 3 or 4 hours (correct me if I'm wrong) . Going to make a couple trips up to Boyne & Shanty this winter
wouldn't it be easier (and more rewarding) to hit Blue Mt.?  for us (i'm south of Detroit) it's like a 4 hour drive (at least an hour of that is just for us to get over the bridge).   I've never been to Blue, but heard it's nice.  web site makes it look that way too.   Is blue a hike for you then?  Am I really looking at more like 5-6 hours to Blue from my area?

Blue is about a 6 hour drive from my place compared to Boyne which is 4 and a bit. Also most of my friends tell me that Boyne is a bit better (both are good for the area). With the dollar near par, its also cheaper to go to Boyne.

Also was randomly checking local sites today, Pine Knob and Holly opened and Alpine Valley is opening tomorrow. I'm sure the snow is absolutely terrible but I'm thinking of going for a bit tomorrow just cause I've been itching to ride since the end of summer lol
yeah, the boynes are fairly nice.  the Mt. is about 4 for us too.  man, if Blue is that kind of drive for you it's probably at least the same for us.  oh well, looks like i won't be hitting it anytime soon. 
yep, all the locals were open over the weekend (alpine ain't even worth it early).  we were gonna go and get a fix, but opted to blow snow in the backyard and do a little jibbing.
]]> Mon, 29 Nov 2010 06:20:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=915707#915707 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by snowj420 Originally... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=914458#914458 Author: Codeman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/27/2010 at 12:48pm

Originally posted by snowj420

Originally posted by Codeman

I come over from Windsor and rode Pine Knob and Holly last year, obviously nothing great but there's nothing that's better unless I wanna drive 3 or 4 hours (correct me if I'm wrong) . Going to make a couple trips up to Boyne & Shanty this winter
wouldn't it be easier (and more rewarding) to hit Blue Mt.?  for us (i'm south of Detroit) it's like a 4 hour drive (at least an hour of that is just for us to get over the bridge).   I've never been to Blue, but heard it's nice.  web site makes it look that way too.   Is blue a hike for you then?  Am I really looking at more like 5-6 hours to Blue from my area?

Blue is about a 6 hour drive from my place compared to Boyne which is 4 and a bit. Also most of my friends tell me that Boyne is a bit better (both are good for the area). With the dollar near par, its also cheaper to go to Boyne.

Also was randomly checking local sites today, Pine Knob and Holly opened and Alpine Valley is opening tomorrow. I'm sure the snow is absolutely terrible but I'm thinking of going for a bit tomorrow just cause I've been itching to ride since the end of summer lol
]]> Sat, 27 Nov 2010 12:48:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=914458#914458 Michiganders where you at- : Nubs is really nice! definatly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=913083#913083 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/25/2010 at 7:03am

Nubs is really nice! definatly worth the trip.  They have some of the best snow and grooming.  ]]> Thu, 25 Nov 2010 07:03:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=913083#913083 Michiganders where you at- : Unfortunately I&#039;m usually... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=911543#911543 Author: Mortoni
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/23/2010 at 12:43pm

Unfortunately I'm usually at holly or Pine Knob...but I take a trip or 2 to Caberfae every year and Shanty Creek. I'm hoping to make it up to Boyne and/or Nubs at some point this year too]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2010 12:43:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=911543#911543 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by CodemanI... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=908019#908019 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/19/2010 at 6:03am

Originally posted by Codeman

I come over from Windsor and rode Pine Knob and Holly last year, obviously nothing great but there's nothing that's better unless I wanna drive 3 or 4 hours (correct me if I'm wrong) . Going to make a couple trips up to Boyne & Shanty this winter
wouldn't it be easier (and more rewarding) to hit Blue Mt.?  for us (i'm south of Detroit) it's like a 4 hour drive (at least an hour of that is just for us to get over the bridge).   I've never been to Blue, but heard it's nice.  web site makes it look that way too.   Is blue a hike for you then?  Am I really looking at more like 5-6 hours to Blue from my area?]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:03:58 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=908019#908019 Michiganders where you at- : already commented but mostly bittersweet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=907568#907568 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/18/2010 at 2:50pm

already commented but mostly bittersweet with a few trips up to nubs which is going to have a jump line this year!!! the boynes, and caberafe]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:50:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=907568#907568 Michiganders where you at- : alpine valley and mt holly http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=906645#906645 Author: stomper2
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/17/2010 at 7:01pm

alpine valley and mt holly]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:01:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=906645#906645 Michiganders where you at- : I come over from Windsor and rode... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=897679#897679 Author: Codeman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/08/2010 at 4:38pm

I come over from Windsor and rode Pine Knob and Holly last year, obviously nothing great but there's nothing that's better unless I wanna drive 3 or 4 hours (correct me if I'm wrong) . Going to make a couple trips up to Boyne & Shanty this winter]]> Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:38:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=897679#897679 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m a grad student at WMU... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=896310#896310 Author: drones1616
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/07/2010 at 11:15am

I'm a grad student at WMU so I'll be out at Bittersweet a ton (and maybe Timber Ridge every now and then). Hit me up if you want to ride.]]> Sun, 07 Nov 2010 11:15:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=896310#896310 Michiganders where you at- : Hometown Flint, unfortunately... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=895473#895473 Author: ace62488
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/06/2010 at 2:19pm

Hometown Flint, unfortunately have to go to Mt. Holly which isnt bad to work on ur tricks with their small course. Favorite is definitely nubs nob where i will ride atleast 3 times this year.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2010 14:19:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=895473#895473 Michiganders where you at- : My little bro worked at Cannonsburg... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890559#890559 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/01/2010 at 6:26pm

My little bro worked at Cannonsburg last year and said it was weak. He told me not to even bother coming to check it out. I hope new management can fix it up.]]> Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:26:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890559#890559 Michiganders where you at- : wisco beasts michigan, no doubt.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890362#890362 Author: yuhui
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/01/2010 at 3:45pm

wisco beasts michigan, no doubt.Tongue]]> Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:45:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890362#890362 Michiganders where you at- : CANNONSBURG. Its under new ownership... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890345#890345 Author: buschle12
Subject: 31361
Posted: Nov/01/2010 at 3:27pm

CANNONSBURG. Its under new ownership this year so they are really making it a lot better. All new boxes and rails and such. ]]> Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:27:06 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=890345#890345 Michiganders where you at- : Mt Bohemia is the spot to go!... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=871363#871363 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/09/2010 at 4:55pm

   Mt Bohemia is the spot to go!  It's totally worth the trip!!!  We had a 1 ft and a 2ft powder day... back to back!!
   Bohemia has some gnarly terrain.  Advanced riders will love it.  Intermediate riders will do fine there and will probably learn a thing or 2 while riding there.  All but one run are black diamond runs , with a bunch of double blacks and a few triple blacks (steep tree runs w/ cliffs).  Tons of snow up there.  Cheap lodging right at the base of the Mt which is the highest vertical in the midwest (900ft+) to make it even more gnarly the Mt is a prehistoric volcano.

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]]> Sat, 09 Oct 2010 16:55:52 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=871363#871363 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by ctoma Michigan,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=871351#871351 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/09/2010 at 4:32pm

Originally posted by ctoma

Michigan, the home of ski/snowboard hills named mountains...  

Mt. Holly, Brighton and Alpine V. are the closest to me but I prefer to claim the Boynes as my home resort.

I would like to take the family to the west side this season and have heard decent things about Bittersweet and Timber Ridge.  Can anyone confirm that?



Timber Ridge and Bittersweet R OK.. Bittersweet has a bunch of park features.  Both ski areas are pretty small.  If U want to take the family somewhere go north.  I recommend the Boyne resorts, they R the best in the lower peninsula. I have heard good things about Nubs Nob.  Caberfae is fun if there is fresh snow, Crystal seems to have better snow and is just down the road from Caberfae.
]]> Sat, 09 Oct 2010 16:32:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=871351#871351 Michiganders where you at- : Michigan, the home of ski/snowboard... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868736#868736 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/06/2010 at 9:34am

Michigan, the home of ski/snowboard hills named mountains...  

Mt. Holly, Brighton and Alpine V. are the closest to me but I prefer to claim the Boynes as my home resort.

I would like to take the family to the west side this season and have heard decent things about Bittersweet and Timber Ridge.  Can anyone confirm that?
]]> Wed, 06 Oct 2010 09:34:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868736#868736 Michiganders where you at- : I dont have a home reosort because... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868698#868698 Author: Costell14
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/06/2010 at 8:35am

I dont have a home reosort because I'm poor. The closest one to me is Mt Brighton but i hate that place so I won't claim it. My favorite that I ride has to be Mt. Holly It is the largest in my area so it wins by default. in addition though they have a nice park area. ]]> Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:35:09 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868698#868698 Michiganders where you at- : For people going to bittersweet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868672#868672 Author: Burtonslayurt
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/06/2010 at 7:55am

For people going to bittersweet already got my season pass it is the best place in lower michigan if you are looking for a sweet terrain park to ride and hang out with your friends at western michigan]]> Wed, 06 Oct 2010 07:55:19 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=868672#868672 Michiganders where you at- : the Opark is in G_aylord, Mi not... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=864737#864737 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Oct/01/2010 at 8:18am

the Opark is in G_aylord, Mi not homosexual, MI]]> Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:18:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=864737#864737 Michiganders where you at- : mt. holly and pine knob are pretty... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=846175#846175 Author: snowj720
Subject: 31361
Posted: Sep/08/2010 at 8:06am

mt. holly and pine knob are pretty cool.  alpine valley is ok.   brighton sucks.  the boynes and nubs (nubs has the longest season downstate) are super cool.  caberfea peaks isn't too bad (cheap lift deals).  shanty is ok.  bittersweet had a nice setup.  the O park in homosexual has a sick sick sick park and 22' half (also had cheap lift $6.50), heard mt. bohemia was some real crap as close to out west as the mid-west gets.  indianhead and the big powederhorn are supposed to be pretty sweet.    anyone remember the riverview highlands (it's no more) about 20 minutes south of detroit?]]> Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:06:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=846175#846175 Michiganders where you at- : I live in grand rapids. go to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=826069#826069 Author: KrazyKidd39
Subject: 31361
Posted: Aug/13/2010 at 7:58pm

I live in grand rapids. go to cannonsburg the most but have been to marquette mountain, boyne, pando, and caberfae. caberfae has sick pow in some back trails that ive only seen ski patrol on before. my friend who has a cottage showed me the trails to get back there. sick stuff]]> Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:58:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=826069#826069 Michiganders where you at- : Originally posted by Longboarderdudei... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=800762#800762 Author: chillman
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/14/2010 at 2:59pm

Originally posted by Longboarderdude

i go to bittersweet mostly with some trips up to boyne and nubs and for michigan pow caberafe.
caberfae has pow?! were...I ride there a lot cause i get 5 dollar lift tickets through school ski club ...anybody heard of a small place called mulligans hollow its like pando and its in GH solid park...pretty good but i hate/can't do towropes]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:59:45 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=800762#800762 Michiganders where you at- : Mulligan&#039;s Hollow-Grand Haven,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=800746#800746 Author: butlerCA
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jul/14/2010 at 2:51pm

Mulligan's Hollow-Grand Haven, MI

Crystal Mtn-Thompsonville, MI]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:51:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=800746#800746 Michiganders where you at- : definatly check out nubs nob for... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=720316#720316 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: May/02/2010 at 10:09am

definatly check out nubs nob for some of the best snow in the lower pensula]]> Sun, 02 May 2010 10:09:59 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=720316#720316 Michiganders where you at- : May road trip to Michigan this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=714572#714572 Author: skron
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/28/2010 at 1:15pm

May road trip to Michigan this season to try out some of the hills. Definitely will keep this thread in mind coming down from Toronto. :)]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:15:55 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=714572#714572 Michiganders where you at- : Boyne Mtn and Highlands. http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=693203#693203 Author: ctoma
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/16/2010 at 6:48am

Boyne Mtn and Highlands.]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:48:10 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=693203#693203 Michiganders where you at- : i go to bittersweet mostly with... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=683035#683035 Author: Longboarderdude
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/11/2010 at 5:42pm

i go to bittersweet mostly with some trips up to boyne and nubs and for michigan pow caberafe.]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:42:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=683035#683035 Michiganders where you at- : I go to Otsego Club in homosexual... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=683026#683026 Author: riderfreak
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/11/2010 at 5:35pm

I go to Otsego Club in homosexual]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:35:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=683026#683026 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m joining this thread a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=676971#676971 Author: cmorrow001
Subject: 31361
Posted: Apr/08/2010 at 11:03am

I'm joining this thread a little late but I'm at Bittersweet all the time. Hopefully I can catch up with some of you guys next year!]]> Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:03:25 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=676971#676971 Michiganders where you at- : SWEET! Since Nubs is still open... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=662001#662001 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/28/2010 at 7:00pm

SWEET! Since Nubs is still open I'm gonna make the trip up there. Probably on Wednesday. Thanks for the info, Shock!

I wouldn't go if I had to pay for a lift ticket though. Still have the Nubs ticket on my WhiteGold card. ]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 19:00:11 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=662001#662001 Michiganders where you at- : Nubs Nob is still open as well.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=661489#661489 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/28/2010 at 8:46am

Nubs Nob is still open as well. Of course the glades are closed considering we haven't had snow in a month to six weeks. But I'm back to work and pretty busy so I can't justify a 9 hour round trip plus all the $ in gas for my Triton V8, lift ticket, etc. I only have Sundays to myself now and I just can't squeeze a trip in. I've thought about it over and over again but just can't make it up one last time.]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 08:46:17 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=661489#661489 Michiganders where you at- : Boyne Mountain is still open.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=661008#661008 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/27/2010 at 2:31pm

Boyne Mountain is still open. 6 lifts, 20 trails. I checked out the webcam and it looks pretty sparse, but they've been blowing snow every night.

You can check out current conditions here.

They're doing reduced spring prices so you can get a pass from 9 am til 4:30 for $25.

]]> Sat, 27 Mar 2010 14:31:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=661008#661008 Michiganders where you at- : When does Boyne usually close.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=653390#653390 Author: Snowsolo
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/20/2010 at 4:32pm

When does Boyne usually close. Do they ever make it as far as April. Thinking about going up March 26th with a friend b4 we get called back to our contruction jobs. Any info from you riders that live up there would be great.]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:32:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=653390#653390 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone that makes it up to Boyne... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=653263#653263 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/20/2010 at 11:25am

Anyone that makes it up to Boyne this weekend, I'm sooooo jealous. Post up any good pics and/or stories if and when you make it back. Now it is official my season is over.Cry]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:25:22 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=653263#653263 Michiganders where you at- : Yeah, I hear ya. Super bummed... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=647073#647073 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2010 at 10:07pm

Yeah, I hear ya. Super bummed about all this rain. Good ol' Michigan! I only got a handful of days in this year and was really looking forward a fun weekend up north. However, I'm not going to make the drive if there's no snow to ride.]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:07:27 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=647073#647073 Michiganders where you at- : I just had to cancel reservations.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=646584#646584 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/11/2010 at 1:44pm

I just had to cancel reservations. My buddy backed out after some things came up, but the weather played a factor to. With it already spring now my season has started up and I have to get equip. and trucks ready for work. When I was up there the first week in March the conditions were horrible. It was more like ice boarding. I am really bummed about winter ending early here. Even if it gets cold again I doubt will have the snow along with it. I'll have to wait for next year to experience crazy dayz.]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:44:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=646584#646584 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;ve got a room booked at... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642940#642940 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2010 at 4:14pm

I've got a room booked at econo lodge. On the bottom floor, facing outside so I don't smoke anyone out. We'll probably roll into town late Friday night. I've only stayed at the days inn up there, this place looks a little better. They showed pics of indoor swimming pool. 

Mt.Holly was packed today with kids practicing for the contest tomorrow. There were some guys and girls going big. They built that new slope style course down the canyon run about two weeks ago. All the stuff has been moved around, there is a lot of room for improvement. The old quarter pipe area is down to dirt and grass. I practiced riding switch and some ground tricks all day. I only just started riding beginner park features, having returned to snowboardin' this year after a very long time. The beginner park at boyne is perfect for me.

Crazy Dayz should be a great way to end the season and start spring.

I'll keep a look out for your post to see if you get reservation.
]]> Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:14:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642940#642940 Michiganders where you at- : Dang, some friends and I are heading... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642716#642716 Author: BoarderPH
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2010 at 6:14am

Dang, some friends and I are heading to highlands next weekend. Sounds like we should've waited another week. Oh well, time to try out the new gear I got on sale and use my free burton lift ticket.

Hopefully they still have some snow up there in a week with the way the weather's been going.]]> Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:14:33 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642716#642716 Michiganders where you at- : There are still openings at the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642709#642709 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/05/2010 at 5:03am

There are still openings at the econo lodge. I'm gonna book there today as well. I'm getting ready to leave for Mt. Holly in a hour, who knows how much longer it'll be open. I'll post when I get back to where I got reservations.]]> Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:03:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642709#642709 Michiganders where you at- : Ski Michigan Give that site a... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642538#642538 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 5:50pm

Ski Michigan
Give that site a look... for anything decent and not made on top of garbage, you need to look west of I-75. More specifically, either Boyne Mt. or Highlands and Shanty Creek.

Once you cross the border at Port Huron/Sarnia, you're looking at about 4 hours of driving to get to any of those places.

There's also Mt. Bohemia way up in the UP and I hear that's pretty intense. A few members here just had a meet up there last month. You'd be looking at one hell of a drive though. About 10 1/2 hours from Port Huron if you drive through Michigan. ]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:50:56 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642538#642538 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m Southwestern Ontario,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642522#642522 Author: whoanelly
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 5:26pm

I'm Southwestern Ontario, so Sarnia or Windsor crossings.]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:26:24 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642522#642522 Michiganders where you at- : I stayed at a friend&#039;s house... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642520#642520 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 5:21pm

I stayed at a friend's house downtown Boyne Falls 2 years ago... but we will definitely be staying in Petoskey this year. The Econolodge is the place to be. Usually around $50 a night, right across the street from the Odawa casino, indoor pool/hot tub, outside facing rooms (don't want to be stankin up any hallways), plus they give out 1/2 off casino buffet coupons and $5 free money per person/per day. The casino shuttle will take you just about anywhere in town, although I'm not sure if they'll be doing Boyne runs this particular weekend. It's about a 20 minute drive from the hotel to Boyne's parking lot.

We haven't booked a room yet, so I really hope they're not full. I'll call and get the scoop tomorrow.

We'll definitely have to exchange info and meet up. It really is crazy up there. You never hear of a resort telling you to BYOB!]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:21:50 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642520#642520 Michiganders where you at- : Thanks for the good info. We are... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642510#642510 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 5:05pm

Thanks for the good info. We are to late to get a spot at Boyne. Since you mentioned the parties downtown we will now try and book downtown Petoskey. Is that where you meant? I am going to book within the next couple days. It's a bummer the slopes close at 4:30 sat. it seems like it so big of a party by then, they don't want anybody boarding. We are going to do boyne highlands on sunday to make up for it.  we'll have all the party goods. My buddy is a raging partier so you'll probably get along splendid. It seems like so much fun, the resort telling you to bring all your party favors to the hill and have a good time. when it is getting closer to the event you can pm me or visa versa and maybe meet up for a drink on the slope.]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:05:23 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642510#642510 Michiganders where you at- : What part of Ontario? Which border... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642504#642504 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 4:55pm

What part of Ontario? Which border crossing would you be using?

FYI - Everything decent in MI is up toward the northwest portion of the LP or in the UP. ]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:55:40 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642504#642504 Michiganders where you at- : Hey guys, but of a threadjack... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642503#642503 Author: whoanelly
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 4:51pm

Hey guys, but of a threadjack here, but I'm from Ontario and want to ride something bigger than the mosquito bites we have here, whats the closest hill to Ontario thats worth driving to?]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:51:41 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642503#642503 Michiganders where you at- : I went two years ago. The day... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642491#642491 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 4:21pm

I went two years ago. The day was just ridiculous from the moment we packed the truck up and left Flint.

We ended up getting up there around 2 pm Saturday cause of severe car problems (a tire decided it didn't want to make the trip with us and busted off around Grayling) so we didn't get to do much riding since they close down the lifts at 4:30. But that's ok cause we weren't really there to ride.
We were greeted in the parking lot by two State Cops who seemed a bit buzzed up... and they encouraged us to shotgun beers for their entertainment. I thought it was a trick to hand out tickets, but no, they were just the coolest cops I've ever encountered.
It was pretty packed all around, everyone was blasted. The village area was shoulder to shoulder crowds, but not much of a wait to get on the lift. More shotgunning beers with random folks. The area under the Mountain Express lift looked like it was paved over with beer cans. Everyone's super friendly... more than a few people let me take drags from their camelbacks. Mmmm cheap whiskey and flat Coke!
There's a huge party at the Halfway House on-hill. You'll likely see a fair amount of female nudity there. You'll also find the scent of strong bud in the air. By 3pm, everyone's so wasted that you can get away with almost anything.

If you haven't figured out, it's BYOB and I strongly encourage you to bring a backpack and at least a dirty 30 of your favorite beer and a few flasks.

I had a few friends that stayed at Boyne in the condos while my group stayed at their house in Boyne Falls. Apparently the condos are ridiculous, but we found the bars downtown to be pretty rowdy... and $1 PBR!

I'm a big fan of drinking in excess so that week is sure to be epic.

Are you planning on staying at Boyne? ]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:21:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642491#642491 Michiganders where you at- : Yea, for sure. Me and a buddy... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642473#642473 Author: shock639
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 3:54pm

Yea, for sure.  Me and a buddy from down here in St. Clair Shores we'll be there but prob. not till Sat. morning. I was just there last week as well.  It'll be first time for crazy days. Have you been? what's it like?]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:54:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642473#642473 Michiganders where you at- : Anyone else making the trip to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642467#642467 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Mar/04/2010 at 3:49pm

Anyone else making the trip to Boyne for Crazy Daze/Carnival? ]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:49:28 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=642467#642467 Michiganders where you at- : How is the snow up at Crystal,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=629025#629025 Author: HAVEN2135
Subject: 31361
Posted: Feb/03/2010 at 3:30pm

How is the snow up at Crystal, I am planning on heading up there over valentines day weekend? I used to go there a lot but I live in chicago now and don't make it up very often.  ]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:30:20 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=629025#629025 Michiganders where you at- : hey. going to boyne later in feb.... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=626287#626287 Author: xclobo
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/27/2010 at 6:16pm

hey. going to boyne later in feb. for a week with my gf. first time going there. any pointers?]]> Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:16:46 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=626287#626287 Michiganders where you at- : I rode at Holly yesterday and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=618312#618312 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/06/2010 at 12:53pm

I rode at Holly yesterday and yeah, it's not the best, but it's only 15 minutes away from me. The park is fairly terrible so far this year, only 2 decent kickers and 2 decent rails. The other kickers were either super slow or terribly built. Had a lot of fun on Mogul Mania though.

Brighton, Pine Knob, and Alpine are less than 30 minutes from me, so I'll definitely be going to all of them in the next month. I might post dates/times if anyone is local and wants to meet up.

My boyfriend and I will also be heading up north of the Z-Bridge soon to all the bigger hills, so I'll definitely post those in the "Meet Up" section to see if we can get a decent group to ride with. Sometimes it's a last minute decision to head up there, but I'll try to post at least two or three days in advance.

XxTRCxX, let me know when you're back in state and want to ride. We'll meet up with you for sure. ]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:53:31 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=618312#618312 Michiganders where you at- : Mt. Holly is almost not worth... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=617843#617843 Author: XxTRCxX
Subject: 31361
Posted: Jan/05/2010 at 10:59am

Mt. Holly is almost not worth going to. It's too easy to sneak in, and the runs are short. It's a good place if you get in for free, but I would rather go to Boyne. I am from Michigan, but I don't live there anymore. I was in the military, and it dragged me away from the state. I will be coming back there to visit next year, so if anyone is up for it, we can plan a trip somewhere in MI and meet up.]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2010 10:59:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=617843#617843 Michiganders where you at- : Hey guys, I live in The Ann Arbor... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616566#616566 Author: edgehengesh
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/31/2009 at 1:12pm

Hey guys, I live in The Ann Arbor area and I mostly go to Alpine Valley in White Lake, though I do go to Mt. Holly and Brighton if my buddies want to go there. I've also been to Caberfae, Bittersweet, and Shanty Creek. 
Right now I'm going to school at Michigan Tech in Houghton way up in the U.P. We get pounded almost everyday and all students have free admission to Mont Ripley across the canal. Also, planning on hitting up Mount Bohemia a few times ths year as it is only an hour away from campus.]]> Thu, 31 Dec 2009 13:12:54 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616566#616566 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m from Lansing. Regularly... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616223#616223 Author: JD42305
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/30/2009 at 9:04am

I'm from Lansing. Regularly I go to the closet resorts around me like the modest hills Mt. Holly and Cannonsburg. I went to Boyne for the 6 for 1 deal on the 19th.]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:04:04 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616223#616223 Michiganders where you at- : im from battle creek. i ride bittersweet... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616144#616144 Author: imawesome
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2009 at 10:13pm

im from battle creek. i ride bittersweet]]> Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:13:49 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616144#616144 Michiganders where you at- : icechickay,I haven&#039;t been... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616143#616143 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/29/2009 at 10:10pm

icechickay,
 I haven't been there since my skiing days.  I've definatley been thinking about it w/ all the snow bands setting up in that area.  U are correct.. the drive is shorter.  But I use my stufdent ID to get discount lift tix at Caberfae on mondays, wend and Fri.. so it's worth it.. most of the time
    The Gnar-v is pretty sweet!!! I wanted to talk to the owner.. but didn't see them.
]]> Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:10:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=616143#616143 Michiganders where you at- : Mike D - Ever make it down to... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=615380#615380 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/27/2009 at 3:32pm

Mike D - Ever make it down to Bittersweet? My boyfriend's cousins live in KZoo so we make a weekend of it once a season. They usually put up some decent park features and they get some nice lake effect snow. Last year we got hit by about 6" of powder in first 2 hours we were there...

I'm sure the drive is shorter than up to Caberfae and Boyne.

I just checked your profile and noticed the pic of the Gnar-V! I was up at Shanty Creek last year when I saw it. Pretty sure it was the weekend they were hosting a Huck Finn comp. Pretty sweet ride. ]]> Sun, 27 Dec 2009 15:32:44 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=615380#615380 Michiganders where you at- : I&#039;m from Grand Rapids and... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=614517#614517 Author: MikeD13559
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/23/2009 at 11:10pm

I'm from Grand Rapids and ride Caberfae and Boyne Mt.... and subject myself to Cannonsburg a few times a year to torture myself (for some reason). I'm going to Crystal Mt and Nubs Nob a few times this year.  I got a season pass for Mt. Bohemia.. to do some real ridin' a few time this year.Wink]]> Wed, 23 Dec 2009 23:10:21 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=614517#614517 Michiganders where you at- : Alpine definitely has the best... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=613948#613948 Author: icechickay
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/22/2009 at 1:37pm

Alpine definitely has the best park in SE lower MI. Brighton is a close second. I grew up in Brighton and that's where I learned to ride so I do have a soft spot for it. Mostly been riding at Holly and hating my life.

Do any of you have the MSIA White Gold Cards? $189 for one ticket at 28 resorts. My boyfriend and I got these last year and it was great to travel the whole state and check all the different resorts. White Gold info. We picked them up this year as well... hoping to make it to the UP for a week or so.

Definitely a great pick up if you have the cash/spare time to travel around. Especially since a season pass at any of the hills in the south are $450+. ]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:37:51 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=613948#613948 Michiganders where you at- : yo its kinda unusual to say this... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=612453#612453 Author: aketas
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2009 at 8:52pm

yo its kinda unusual to say this but swiss valley's park is going to be very good.
marks gone alittle overboard and created a 14, 30 and 45ft jump thats huge and the rails are really nicely built this year.
]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:52:03 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=612453#612453 Michiganders where you at- : I heard alpine has a pretty nice... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611932#611932 Author: mivn08
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/17/2009 at 7:58am

I heard alpine has a pretty nice park setup]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2009 07:58:47 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611932#611932 Michiganders where you at- : Grew up riding Alpine Valley in... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611375#611375 Author: cnoodel
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/16/2009 at 12:44pm

Grew up riding Alpine Valley in White Lake Cause that's where I lived, then I moved on to Mt. Holly, but I have ridden most mountains in michigan]]> Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:44:26 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611375#611375 Michiganders where you at- : get a cheap ass motel room right... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611064#611064 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 10:35pm

get a cheap ass motel room right there, i think you can get one for like 40-50 bucks a night lol.  Id offer up my moms place but its packed already.  just let me know if you do go and maybe well meet up and shred some!]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:35:37 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=611064#611064 Michiganders where you at- : That would be dope. Im just not... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610950#610950 Author: mivn08
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 6:42pm

That would be dope. Im just not sure if i want to drive all the way up there and then drive back the same night. normally I would just sleep in the car, but 4+ guys in a car loaded w/ gear after riding all day?? not so sure about that one. on the other hand it is Boyne and would definitely beat bittersweet.]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:42:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610950#610950 Michiganders where you at- : yeah it doesnt matter how many... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610840#610840 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 3:13pm

yeah it doesnt matter how many people you get, just divide by your number, say you want 6 for 1 and theyll give you them and you all split the cost.  Most the time if you you dont have enought people you can sell the extra(s) to people who are by themselves or a couple lol.  Last year we bought 12 and there were only 5 of us and sold them all away for 15 bucks and made all out money plus lunch back!

]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:13:00 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610840#610840 Michiganders where you at- : WHATTTT If i can get some friends... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610838#610838 Author: mivn08
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 3:08pm

WHATTTT If i can get some friends together i might go friday then. Do you have to have exactly 6 people or can you bring 4 or 5 and just get 4/5 for 1?]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:08:36 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610838#610838 Michiganders where you at- : go to boyne for sure, its the... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610837#610837 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 3:06pm

go to boyne for sure, its the best out of all the ones you listed.  Im going there this weekend, friday is 6 tickets for the price of one.  lol of course my mom lives there so I stay for free.]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:06:12 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610837#610837 Michiganders where you at- : Bittersweet, and Ive been to swiss... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610836#610836 Author: mivn08
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 3:04pm

Bittersweet, and Ive been to swiss valley once. Im going to crystal over new years, and i would really like to make it out to boyne and alpine valley this year]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:04:39 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610836#610836 Michiganders where you at- : i&#039;m attending school in flint,... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610825#610825 Author: Glaceau
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 2:57pm

i'm attending school in flint, mi]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:57:35 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610825#610825 Michiganders where you at- : where you ride at? http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610821#610821 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 2:54pm

where you ride at?]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:54:32 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610821#610821 Michiganders where you at- : Im not really from michigan, but... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610812#610812 Author: mivn08
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 2:48pm

Im not really from michigan, but I live pretty close and I ride there]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:48:30 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610812#610812 Michiganders where you at- : wow I am the only one, this is... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610810#610810 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 2:45pm

wow I am the only one, this is depressing lol]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:45:38 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610810#610810 Michiganders where you at- : Bump http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610589#610589 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/15/2009 at 7:51am

Bump]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:51:34 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610589#610589 Michiganders where you at- : So I am seeing all these other... http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610470#610470 Author: chips2853
Subject: 31361
Posted: Dec/14/2009 at 8:22pm

So I am seeing all these other states in our area making posts but no one from our state,  Im pretty sure we have the highest amount of resorts here.  So if youre from michigan its time to sound off and tell what your hometown resort is!]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:22:13 +0000 http://www.trusnow.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=31361&PID=610470#610470