Oes 2008!

[Mike T]

Dates are set for OES 2008!

March 6 - 9, that's Thursday thru Sunday.

I should mention that these dates overlap with the tentative ECES dates. Jack's cool with it. We've never had the same person attend both sessions (at least in the same year) so no big deal. Kinda cool to have two sessions going on at the same time on opposite sides of the country!

[Steve Prokopiw]

Now I know what I'm doing the week of my birthday!(Mar 4) It's cool that two of these shindigs(+Big Mtn in Jan) are within reasonable driving distance in 08. I have dreams about riding that soon-to-be-mine Coiler at these mountains.Hard to believe it's only two months 'til ridable snow!

[eastcoasticerider]

OOOOOOO! Maybe a visit to brother ron's in sisters.where I can crash and eat for free.and hang out with the mushroom hunters from Hoodoo......gotta save some bucks somehow........freelance! gotta shoot some weddings......

[Hugh]

Early March sounds good, my birthday (March 8th) gives me good reason to join the carving fun.

I just need to get time off approved at work and home...

--Hugh

[Sinecure]

Hmmm. I'm supposed to have a race that weekend. I'll have to give this some thought. ...

[SEJ]

Count me in! I've already got the money tucked away.

[Buell]

It is time to revisit this video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOubZ5uUGBk) from OES! :cool: Thanks, oldsnowboards for the editing and timinor for the footage.

More OES 07 videos are here (http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?t=15417&highlight=OES) (thanks, Bonnie, Mike and Bryan).

Save those dates, it is going to be a really good time. Great people, great mountain, great beer!!! OES 07 thread (http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?t=12043&page=1&pp=30&highlight=OES).

:biggthump:biggthump:biggthump

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Count me in! I've already got the money tucked away.

AND a new Burner to play with on the way!!! It is likely there will be additional boards available to try also!! Look forward to this event.

[SEJ]

Maybe I will drive up. That way I can bring the whole quivver.

[Buell]

quivers are us! :biggthump

Hey Scott, definitely bring the quiver. I can visit the Prior 4WD. :D

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Maybe I will drive up. That way I can bring the whole quivver.

Now you are talking!!

[Mike T]

Maybe I will drive up. That way I can bring the whole quivver.


LOL - my argument for driving to SES this year :biggthump

[SEJ]

Buell, I'll have that puppy all tuned and ready, and thank's again for selling it to me. Shortly after I got it I had a week off in Tahoe and it snowed almost every day. I was dead on the race boards till Thursday, but the 4WD was great!

[Mike T]

The OES website (http://www.oregones.com) has been updated with info for 2008. There's a new "news" section. The tentative evening schedule is posted. New this year - a happy hour the evening before the event starts and also one at the end of the event.

[SEJ]

Anybody from the SF bay area going? I'm thinking carpool. My explorer would hold 1 more with gear inside. My 184 just fits, hoping I don't have to put the burner on the roof. Actually 2 might fit, depends on how much gear. I have done 3 to Tahoe with all gear inside.

[SEJ]

Can any of the locals give us an idea of where to get reasonable lodging. I'm really not looking for expensive resorts, just a comfortable place to hang, hopefully with a hot tub.

[Mike T]

We used to stay at the Riverhouse before we moved here. In addition to a hot tub and reasonable rates, they allow dogs which was the clincher for us. If you are a carnivore their restaurant is supposedly one of the best places to get a steak in town - I'm a seafood and chicken kind of guy so I couldn't tell you.

One thing to be careful of - they seem to have a history of fouling up multi-day tickets when you get them through their discount program. Ask them what happens if your multi-day ticket doesn't work, or if they can issue you a separate ticket each morning.

If you want something close to the mountain, Inn of the 7th mountain is the place to be. A little more expensive though.

Check Bachelor's site as the season gets closer, they always have a list of hotels that have lodging / ticket deals.


Out-of-towners typically get their tickets through a lodging deal or partner program (Costco, GI Joes) since all the locals have season passes and the minimum group discount size is 20... and the partner programs generally give you a ticket for about the same price as the group rate anyway.

[SEJ]

Thank's for the input Mike.

[Sinecure]

+1 for the Riverhouse or the Shilo Inn right next door. Shilo's deal that includes "tickets" isn't as good as it sounds.

Inn of the Seventh Mountain is also a great place to stay too, and a few minutes closer.

I've stayed at all three. 7th Mtn may be a bit nicer, but not all that noticeable. The time savings in the morning is maybe 10 minutes (probably more like 7) over staying at the other two.

I may be able to go this year. We'll see. Not sure if I'd drive up from Bay Area or fly. Depends on a bunch of factors.

[SEJ]

Buell, I got to know, is the woman next to the Tinkler four feet tall, or is the board eight feet tall? How long is that thing? Suddenly I'm getting male board envy.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Can any of the locals give us an idea of where to get reasonable lodging. I'm really not looking for expensive resorts, just a comfortable place to hang, hopefully with a hot tub.

The City of Bend has a ton of small motels that are quite reasonable. Between 35-45$ is common. Most are less than a half hour from the mountain.

Easy drive too!!

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Buell, I got to know, is the woman next to the Tinkler four feet tall, or is the board eight feet tall? How long is that thing? Suddenly I'm getting male board envy.

Both are true

[Buell]

Both are true

Scott, what he said.

Though the woman might be a little over four feet ;), and the board is definitely over 8 feet.

Here it is (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLF6aosPfbo) being ridden on its first day (thanks to oldsnowboards for the video). Although, there is now a longer one.

[Mike T]

4'10" and 8'3". Keep in mind that the 252 is old news... Doug now has a 282 which is 9'3" in American units.

[Steve Prokopiw]

Doug will have to get a 426 built and then he can just call it the HEMI !

[trikerdad]

Does Doug's wife know about the 282?

[Hugh]

Bumping this bad boy event :eplus2:

Looks like a go for me :AR15firin

My carving friend (Jim) and I are arranging for timeoff from work and blessings from the wives :1luvu:

Any snow report?

--Hugh

[Jon Dahl]

Does Doug's wife know about the 282?
If Doug has a 10 ft. closet, she may not....What's the sidecut on THAT bad boy??

[Jim]

:nono:
Bumping this bad boy event :eplus2:

Looks like a go for me :AR15firin

My carving friend (Jim) and I are arranging for timeoff from work and blessings from the wives :1luvu:

Any snow report?

--Hugh

Got the wifes blessing....... :nono: :nono: :nono:

Okay I'm workin on it. :cool:

[Mike T]

Just thought I'd mention that OES is most definitely a spouse / significant other-friendly event. The core group includes several carving couples, and there's nothing wrong with bringing someone who skis, rides softies, etc. Can't promise we won't try to get 'em hooked though.

Of course if you're tryin' to get away for a long weekend on your own, it'll be plenty of fun for you as well.

[Sinecure]

If I can find a SO by then, I'll consider bringing her. In the meantime, Its actually looking like I might be able to do this. Its on the calendar and I currently have no conflicts.

Bend is sort of my limit for how far I'll drive, but driving is probably the best option in terms of bringing the quiver. Plus its not easy to fly into anyplace close.

Jim & Hugh, should we plan to carpool? If I put the roofbox on, we should be able to fit everything. We could get a small suite at the Riverhouse or Shilo Inn and share the costs.

[Mike T]

Plus its not easy to fly into anyplace close.

SFO has a direct to Redmond which is 15 miles from Bend.

[Buell]

I prefer the idea of Sinecure, Jim, and Hugh in one vehicle. :biggthump

[Hugh]

I prefer the idea of Sinecure, Jim, and Hugh in one vehicle. :biggthump

Jim (driver) and I are planning to pickup our Hawaii friend in SF and then drive up. Plenty of time to make plans.

We just need to figure out lodging and lift tickets, the rest is easy :biggthump

With Sin doing his scissors thing at rest stops, I'm not sure that we will all make it...

[Jim]

I prefer the idea of Sinecure, Jim, and Hugh in one vehicle. :biggthump

That would be a lively trip...but good times. :freak3: Just kidding.
Looks like there will be more than one car for this session. Sorry Sinecure, my truck filled up in one night. I'm sure your ride, which is mo betta will to. I have Hugh and another carver from Sacramento in my truck before picking up a carver from Maui at Sac airport on the way out. We're looking at riding Wed - Sat for now. Still considering where to stay.

[Jim]

Jim (driver) and I are planning to pickup our Hawaii friend in SF and then drive up. Plenty of time to make plans.

We just need to figure out lodging and lift tickets, the rest is easy :biggthump

With Sin doing his scissors thing at rest stops, I'm not sure that we will all make it...

Plans have already changed to pick up at Sac airport on the way out. Just fine tuning.

[Jim]

If I can find a SO by then, I'll consider bringing her. In the meantime, Its actually looking like I might be able to do this. Its on the calendar and I currently have no conflicts.

Bend is sort of my limit for how far I'll drive, but driving is probably the best option in terms of bringing the quiver. Plus its not easy to fly into anyplace close.

Jim & Hugh, should we plan to carpool? If I put the roofbox on, we should be able to fit everything. We could get a small suite at the Riverhouse or Shilo Inn and share the costs.

Things are moving fast. I'll email you.

[Mike T]

We've set up OES as an Amazon affiliate in order to raise some $ for OES. The money will be put towards the costs of organizing and running the event, including but not limited to

-web site hosting costs
-printed material - business cards, postcards, banners


For those not familiar with e-store affiliate program, it's simple: we put links to Amazon on the OES website, and when someone clicks through from the OES website to Amazon and then buy something, OES gets a small percentage of the purchase as a "referral fee". The buyer pays the same as they would pay if they had navigated directly to Amazon.

So, if you're going to buy something at Amazon anyway, please help the OES cause and go to the OES Amazon affiliate page first:

http://www.oregones.com/amazon.php

Then click through to Amazon from there and go shopping.

All proceeds will be used for OES, if we collect more than we anticipate from the referral program we *will* find a way to use it to enhance the event. We can always reserve a private run!

Thanks :)

[Steve Prokopiw]

buy..buy..buy....

[Galen]

Ha! I was just going to amazon to buy some DVD's. Good timimg. Mike, have you consider asking Gavin if he wants to do a clinic there?

<edit> Mike, do you click the "amazon.com" link in the first paragraph? Just want to be sure.

[Mike T]

Ha! I was just going to amazon to buy some DVD's. Good timimg. Mike, have you consider asking Gavin if he wants to do a clinic there?

<edit> Mike, do you click the "amazon.com" link in the first paragraph? Just want to be sure.


Any link that leads to amazon from that page does the trick :biggthump

[Mike T]

Thanks to everyone who has clicked through before shopping at Amazon! Keep 'em coming!

[Mike T]

For those coming from out of town - you can get 5 tickets for $229 (that's $45.80 a day) from Joe's (formerly GI Joe's).

Linky: http://www.mtbachelor.com/winter/tickets/Joes.html

Daily tickets at Bachelor are $56. We'll do a group rate if we have enough people who are *willing to put down money up front* but in the past there has been almost nobody interested in that... the non-passholders have generally used similar promotions to this one, or gotten a lodging + lift deal. I don't anticipate we'll be able to do a group rate this season either.

Please note that the Joe's deal is not available at the Bend location.

[zoom]

OESers who don't have a Joe's nearby, but would like to take advantage of the deal - PM me or Buell this week. We'll be headed out of town and away from Joe's soon after.

Rebecca

[Hugh]

Jim and I are checking into lodging prices in Sunriver, we haven't figured out the lift ticket deals yet. Time off approved by wife and work :AR15firin

Jim, me plus another carver from Hawaii are hoping to arrive on Tuesday March 4th.

--Hugh

[Randy T.]

We've set up OES as an Amazon affiliate in order to raise some $ for OES. The money will be put towards the costs of organizing and running the event, including but not limited to

-web site hosting costs
-printed material - business cards, postcards, banners


For those not familiar with e-store affiliate program, it's simple: we put links to Amazon on the OES website, and when someone clicks through from the OES website to Amazon and then buy something, OES gets a small percentage of the purchase as a "referral fee". The buyer pays the same as they would pay if they had navigated directly to Amazon.

So, if you're going to buy something at Amazon anyway, please help the OES cause and go to the OES Amazon affiliate page first:

http://www.oregones.com/amazon.php

Then click through to Amazon from there and go shopping.

All proceeds will be used for OES, if we collect more than we anticipate from the referral program we *will* find a way to use it to enhance the event. We can always reserve a private run!

Thanks :)

I thought this deserved a bump since it's that time of year to be spending money online. I just placed an order at Amazon to help the cause.

I plan on driving up from Reno and will be looking into lodging soon. I hear the prices are a lot cheaper in Bend and that's where the evening events are anyway. What is the average drive time from Bend to the hill?

RT

[Steve Prokopiw]

I'm not sure I want to let this secret out,but the Motel 6 in Bend is the cleanest one I've ever been to and it was 56.00 a night including tax for two people when we were at OES 07.

[Mike T]

I thought this deserved a bump since it's that time of year to be spending money online. I just placed an order at Amazon to help the cause.

I plan on driving up from Reno and will be looking into lodging soon. I hear the prices are a lot cheaper in Bend and that's where the evening events are anyway. What is the average drive time from Bend to the hill?

RT


Thanks Randy :biggthump


It's about 30 minutes from "in town" to the hill, in good weather, driving conservatively. I'm 5 minutes out of town towards Bachelor and it usually takes me 22 minutes driving "locals speed" (know the road well, and where the cops hang out).

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Randy, it is a short half hour going the speed limit. It is an easy drive from town, no steep grades or sharp turns to speak off. Getting a room towards the south side of town puts you at around 20 minutes or so.

There are some other handy tid-bits we will meter out soon too. Like where to get "Slopeside" parking and save the hike up to the base area.

Motels I have stayed at are perhaps not as nice as what Steve mentioned but are around 40$ or even less. Don't be afraid to say, "Hey, if I stay 3 nights can you give me a break?" or " What is your COMMERCIAL rate?" and then show them a buiness card you picked up a year ago from a friend :biggthump

I have been fortunate the last few years to stay with generous friends, however, I have been in more than a few seedy motels in Bend over the years:eplus2:

[Randy T.]

Randy, will you be bringing a Regis "A" for me? :eplus2:

Thanks, Bryan

Yes I will! I figured that would be better than shipping and now I have to come. :biggthump
And I have a brand new padded travel bag I picked up on SAC, so it will be a safe trip.

[Buell]

Woohoo! Randy T is coming! :biggthump

Buell and Rebecca

[Furi]

hey guys - new member that is just getting started with HB'ing :)

calandar looks good for that weekend so I think I'll be joining the crew! Not sure if I'll be driving up from San Jose or taking a flight...the drive seems like a straight 8 hour shot north.

good forward to meeting all you guys!

[zoom]

Woohoo, Furi is coming! :biggthump

Hope you enjoy your first turns in Aspen this weekend!

There seem to be a number of riders coming up from NorCal. You guys might be able to hook up for a carpool and/or lodging.

Sweet! New hardbooters rule! :D:D:D

[Steve Prokopiw]

My sister,Kristina,will qualify as such very soon(she rightfully wanted to do her first day of the season on her familiar softies)We are planning to attend and will make reservations soon for our stay in Bend.Our birthdays happen to be March 3rd and March 4th! Kristina will be bringing a camera to do lots of video too!

[Keenan]

I should be able to make it, with one or two more in-tow. There are some groomers left that don't have parks and pipes right?

[Mike T]

hey guys - new member that is just getting started with HB'ing :)

calandar looks good for that weekend so I think I'll be joining the crew! Not sure if I'll be driving up from San Jose or taking a flight...the drive seems like a straight 8 hour shot north.

good forward to meeting all you guys!

Most of Highway 97 from Weed, CA to Bend is two lane. I've done the drive between Mtn View and Bend twice, and I tend to speed somewhat but not gratuitously, took me 9 hours both times.

Flying from the bay area - there is a direct flight from SFO to Bend (RDM - the airport is actually in Redmond). It's a two hour flight on a 30-seat turbo prop.
Please call ahead to make sure your uber-long Tankers and Tinklers will be accepted as checked baggage, and realize that you do need a car to get around the area and to the mountain.

[Mike T]

I should be able to make it, with one or two more in-tow. There are some groomers left that don't have parks and pipes right?

No shortage of park-free groomers here! We've got 'em in all shapes and sizes, including two moderately steep and very wide ones (Thunderbird and Beverly Hills). Also, Upper Carnival, Flying Dutchman and Lower Downunder have some nice natural banked turns.

[Randy T.]

Wow this is going to be such a fun trip.
I get to finally meet Buell and Rebecca and Mike,
get to meet a bunch of new carvers,
get to see old friends,
get to meet people from my own area that I don't know (Tahoe Carvers),
get to celebrate Steve and Kristina's birthdays - first drink is on me!

Oh and then there is the CARVING!!

[SEJ]

Like Zoom said, I'm driving from the SF bay area. Hoping my wife can join me, not sure yet. I've got an Explorer. We've done 4 people to Tahoe with all gear inside, longest thing being a 184. Worst case some of it can go on the roof rack. I'm not making solid plans yet, but I have scheduled the time off work for it. Probably nail everything down when I get back from SES. Yahoo! Of course that will be after my Jan. week in Tahoe. (Gotta rub it in!) Life does not suck right now. (Like it did all summer.) Can't wait to meet the Oregon gang I've met here.
Scott

[zoom]

Washington, Idaho and California representin'! We are really looking forward to seeing some familiar faces (Hi Steve!) and expanding the OES family. Thanks to everyone for sharing gear, rides, Amazon clicks, information and stoke. Keep it coming! :1luvu:

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

For those coming from out of town - you can get 5 tickets for $229 (that's $45.80 a day) from Joe's (formerly GI Joe's).

Linky: http://www.mtbachelor.com/winter/tickets/Joes.html

Daily tickets at Bachelor are $56. We'll do a group rate if we have enough people who are *willing to put down money up front* but in the past there has been almost nobody interested in that... the non-passholders have generally used similar promotions to this one, or gotten a lodging + lift deal. I don't anticipate we'll be able to do a group rate this season either.

Please note that the Joe's deal is not available at the Bend location.


Happy to help with this.

For you guys out of state , not near a "Joe's"

Email me through the PM or OSB , FLC websites and I can help.

I have to buy them in groups of 5, however, I will do what I can when I get
enough people that want 2s and 3s sort of thing?

They are single coupons you take right to the ticket window to exchange for a lift ticket. Pretty simple.

Bryan

[Steve Prokopiw]

in advance for the birthday beers.That settles it.We're confirmed! :)

[S-Fource]

Hey Mike. Are there any posters or flyers for the OES that I could post at the shop here in Eugene?

Thanks.
-Ryan

[zoom]

Wow, Ryan! That would be great! I'll see if we can rustle something up for Berg's.

Quentin is looking forward to riding with you soon. He's looking really good - you'd better bring your A game. ;) Look forward to seeing you before we head to Utah and again at OES!

Rebecca

[Mike T]

Hey Mike. Are there any posters or flyers for the OES that I could post at the shop here in Eugene?

Thanks.
-Ryan


Absolutely! Email me at mt@tovino.com with your address and I will send you some postcards, as well as some business cards for handing out on the mountain.

(Rebecca and Buell - I've got the same goodies for you guys as well :) )

I am happy to send postcards to anyone else who wants to use them to promote OES... although supplies are somewhat limited. I've got tons of business cards and am happy to send those to anyone!

[S-Fource]

:biggthump Thanks Mike. E mail is sent.
-Ryan

[GQuentin]

Absolutely! Email me at mt@tovino.com with your address and I will send you some postcards, as well as some business cards for handing out on the mountain.

(Rebecca and Buell - I've got the same goodies for you guys as well :) )

I am happy to send postcards to anyone else who wants to use them to promote OES... although supplies are somewhat limited. I've got tons of business cards and am happy to send those to anyone!

Hey Mike,

Hopefully I will see you this weekend. I can't wait to make some turns with you.

If it is easier, you can give me the supplies for Ryan, and I can bring them back with me.

Ryan, I'm heading to Virginia on Monday and I will return on the 29th. NO TURN FOR 2 WEEKS!!!! :( I'm hoping we can get together sometime in Jan.. I know your schedule is crazy though.

Thanks again for all your help with my setup,

Quentin

[S-Fource]

Hi Rebecca & Quentin. Looking forward to a few turns w/ everyone. You all will just have to go easy on the SLOW ;) shop guy.
Safe travels Q. We'll get some turns before its over. Let me know how your gear worked.

So jealous you have all been on snow allready :boxing_sm

Also, Mr. Berg talked to the weather and winter is still supposed to show up in Oregon so lets not give up yet.

Cheers my friends.
-Ryan

[GQuentin]

Ryan,

I absolutely loved my setup. The Axxess was way beyond any of my expectations. I also tinkered with my stance. I changed my width from 20.5 to 19.5, and went from 58F/55R to 58F/50R. I might go back to the 58/55 though and see how it feels. 50 degrees on my rear boot seems to give a little drag.

The 700's couldn't be more comftable, and the TD2 ti si are perfect. What really made my first day though, was having Buell, Rebecca, Etsu and Don there. They are all incredible riders that gave great advice. Don is an amazing instructor. The guy can carve backwards better than most can forwards. I would love to be able to ride like him one day. He taught me the fundamentals I needed to carve, and how to eliminate my bad habits. I will be taking many lessons from him in the future.

Again, let me know when we can get together. You must be excited to get on the Prior. If I don't see you before Mon. have a merry christmas,

Quentin

[S-Fource]

Thanks Q. Glad to hear that you getting dialed in. Also smart move riding with those folks right off the bat. Thats how to set yourself up for success. Like I said you'll have to go easy on the "slow" shop guy.

Cheers to "Trench-digging" see you soon.
-Ryan
www.bergssnowboardshop.com

[Sinecure]

There's now a thread over on TahoeCarvers (http://www.tahoecarvers.com/riders/forum/read_TC.php?f=1&i=7489&t=7489) that someone started about ride sharing from California to OES. Probably not a bad idea to coordinate efforts.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

There's now a thread over on TahoeCarvers (http://www.tahoecarvers.com/riders/forum/read_TC.php?f=1&i=7489&t=7489) that someone started about ride sharing from California to OES. Probably not a bad idea to coordinate efforts.

Cool! Thanks!!

I extended the ticket offer to the Tahoe Carvers.

Bryan

[zoom]

There's now a thread over on TahoeCarvers (http://www.tahoecarvers.com/riders/forum/read_TC.php?f=1&i=7489&t=7489) that someone started about ride sharing from California to OES. Probably not a bad idea to coordinate efforts.

Thanks! We appreciate heads up about the TC thread. It will be great to see you again.

[Mike T]

23 inches over the past two days, three more feet predicted through the end of the week. Now that's what I'm talking about - time to bring out the good gear! (OK, I did that last Sunday.... but I know where the rocks are...)

This storm should establish the base, all this bodes well for a good OES. Of course if it snows TOO much then my favorite banked turns will be gone!

[noschoolrider]

Hi Mike,

I know you’re stuck at work so I’ll try not to rub it in but...

Woo hooo! Ripped up deep powder yesterday and today! No problem taking out the nice boards now unless you follow me into the trees (remember our joke? Skilled and Stupid = better have your rock board and no fear).

We’re going up again tomorrow and it also sounds like Buell and Rebecca will be there.

Ok, relax and remember... just 3 more days till your extended vacation starts.

Don

[Mike T]

Woo hooo! Ripped up deep powder yesterday and today! No problem taking out the nice boards now unless you follow me into the trees (remember our joke? Skilled and Stupid = better have your rock board and no fear).

:lol:

We gotta find a good graphic to make some "skilled and stoopid" T shirts. :cool:

[noschoolrider]

:lol:

We gotta find a good graphic to make some "skilled and stoopid" T shirts. :cool:

<img class="inlineimg" src="images/icons/icon14.gif" alt="Thumbs up" border="0" /> That's funny and a great idea!

[Mr.E]

:biggthump

Looking forward to this, thanks Mike! Hope the new "old" knee is up to it, and that I can get up to practice a bit before the event!

Hey Ryan, please shoot me a PM re: boot parts. I talked to one of your ski guys and he seemed a little perplexed by my want of buckles (though very nice and desperatly tried to be helpful). Had i known there was an alpine rider on staff... :rolleyes:

[Hugh]

Cool! Thanks!!

I extended the ticket offer to the Tahoe Carvers.

Bryan

Hello Bryan,

Jim and I have our place in Sunriver secured. How soon do we need to buy the Joe's discount lift tickets for the OES? What method of payment?

You can email through BOL,

--Hugh

[Hagen]

Just got the final ok from the wife to come to OES as well. Will most likely stay in Sunriver.

I would also be interested in the Joe's ticket deal.

Hagen.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Just got the final ok from the wife to come to OES as well. Will most likely stay in Sunriver.

I would also be interested in the Joe's ticket deal.

Hagen.

Contact me via PM? or post your email?

Bryan

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Hello Bryan,

Jim and I have our place in Sunriver secured. How soon do we need to buy the Joe's discount lift tickets for the OES? What method of payment?

You can email through BOL,

--Hugh

Email sent.

Sooner than later would be my suggestion?
I will try to have a few at the event, however, I do not wish to end up with allot of extra tickets.
Details:

http://www.mtbachelor.com/winter/tickets/Joes.html

[Hagen]

Contact me via PM? or post your email?

Bryan

PMed you and I also enabled e-mailing in my profile...

...is it March yet?

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

PMed you and I also enabled e-mailing in my profile...

...is it March yet?
Email sent.

[Dan]

Hi folks,

I just purchased a 5-pack of Bachelor tickets, and I'm only expecting to use 3. Anyone interested in 2 of them? Call it $46 apiece.

Looking forward to OES!

[Mike T]

Bachelor has gotten 6 feet of snow in the past week. Plenty of base! Think sun and cold for OES which is less than two months away!

Those who have stayed at places other than the Riverhouse, Inn of the 7th mountain, and Shilo Inn, please post your reviews - out-of-towners need tips on where to stay :biggthump

[zoom]

Woohoo! Bachelor will be a whole new mountain when we get back!

The Days Inn (http://www.daysinn.com/DaysInn/control/Booking/property_info?propertyId=15567&brandInfo=DI) on 97 is pretty much exactly what you'd expect - reasonably clean, quiet, no frills. Their major perks for us were wireless internet and reasonable pet fees. When we stayed there (sometime last season) the cost for a 2 person room was about $55.

[Randy T.]

Okay I went ahead and got a room at the Riverhouse. It's not the cheapest place but it sounds like a good deal for a nice bed, hot tub, indoor and outdoor heated pools and free DSL. Plus I'm splitting the cost with my buddy Russell.
We will be leaving from Reno on Wed. the 5th, riding on Thur, Fri and Sat and then driving home on Sunday.

[C5 Golfer]

Hi folks,

I just purchased a 5-pack of Bachelor tickets, and I'm only expecting to use 3. Anyone interested in 2 of them? Call it $46 apiece.

Looking forward to OES!

Dan, Looks like I may attend this wonderful event so I'd like your two tickets if you still have them. :biggthump

[Mike T]

Cool - will be good to see you again, C5!

Bachelor is doing quite well in terms of snowpack. In fact this week is going to be the first string of three or more carving days since it started dumping around 12/17 or so.

[C5 Golfer]

Cool - will be good to see you again, C5!

Bachelor is doing quite well in terms of snowpack. In fact this week is going to be the first string of three or more carving days since it started dumping around 12/17 or so.


You too Mike and others too!

I just made reservations at Days Inn -- $59

[Buell]

Woohoo, C5 is coming! Nice to see another Washington carver coming down. :biggthump

This is going to be a great session. Looking forward to meeting all the Tahoe carvers and everyone else headed to OES in March.

Buell

[C5 Golfer]

Woohoo, C5 is coming! Nice to see another Washington carver coming down. :biggthump

This is going to be a great session. Looking forward to meeting all the Tahoe carvers and everyone else headed to OES in March.

Buell

WooHoo Don't expect much outa this old fart--- I am riding Crystal Mtn Feb 27th -29th and then Whistler/Blackcomb for 4 days March 1 -4th - then OES March 6-9 th.. damn I wish I had those 30ish legs again.
Life is Good ! :biggthump

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Blue Bird Cold Day today. Had a great group of alpine riders today!
Even dozen maybe?

Mike T
Bonney
Greg
Sheri
Etsu
Don
Reed
Randy
Barry
One "First Dayer"
Me
Dan R

Pretty good!!

[Furi]

booked at the Riverhouse for 4 nights and got the lift ticket deal, ended up being $42/day for a ticket.

driving from Mtn. View CA the 5th, but probably getting in fairly late, then riding the 6th, 7th, 8th, and driving back out the 9th sometime in the early afternoon.

I'll see if anybody wants to rideshare or room share on tahoecarvers

look forward to meeting and riding with you guys!

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Furi, that sounds like a great deal!!


As I was driving back from Bend yesterday. The thought occurred to me to we might want to list some of the other fun areas that are within striking distance of Bend.

Such as:

Smith Rock. (http://www.smithrock.com/aboutsr/maps/srsp.html) Famous rock climbing area. Approx an hour north of Bend (easy drive)

Kahneeta (http://www.kah-nee-taresort.com/): Indian reservation/ Resort/ Casino/ Hot Springs (hour and a half or so)

[Ladia]

I can not go to SES this year, so I plan to drive to Bachelor in March. Just hope the weather will be better than last time I was there.

[Mike T]

As I was driving back from Bend yesterday. The thought occurred to me to we might want to list some of the other fun areas that are within striking distance of Bend.




Could always do the microbew pub crawl... Deschutes, Cascade Lakes, Silver Moon, Bend Brewing.

(Note that Thursday's apres-ride is at Cascade Lakes.)

[Buell]

Looking good noschoolrider! See you in a few days.

Thanks for the photos Bryan.

What are you hardbooters doing to that poor groomer? :biggthump

[noschoolrider]

Looking good noschoolrider! See you in a few days.

Thanks for the photos Bryan.

What are you hardbooters doing to that poor groomer? :biggthump

Yea, Bryan takes great pictures!

How did you recognize me without my tassel hat?

See you soon.

Don & Etsu

[zoom]

How did you recognize me without my tassel hat?



It was the squirrel hands! :eplus2:

It will be great to see you, too.

Toeside-Disco-Hand Queen

[noschoolrider]

It was the squirrel hands! :eplus2:

That’s my secret for flying through the trees, in the winter I turn into Super Squirrel and in the summer I turn back to Stealth Squirrel.
<br>

[Mike T]

Please see details in this thread:

http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?t=19263

If you find this as annoying as I do, please contact Mt Bachelor management and speak your mind. This is the run where much of OES happened last year.

[Mike T]

Folks,

Could I ask everyone who is planning to come to OES to please RSVP for the evening events. The sooner I can get a rough count, the better - so please RSVP sooner rather than later even if your plans are still tentative - for every person that bails, there's usually another who wants in at the last minute.

The tentative schedule is as follows:


Thursday March 6: Cascade Lakes Brewery, banquet room. We need to put down a deposit. Price is expected to be $20-25 a person which covers food and tip, drinks extra, money would be due a week or two in advance via check or paypal.

Friday March 7: Chan's. Price is expected to be about $16 a person which covers food and tip - please bring ***CASH*** the night of. Drinks extra.

Saturday MArch 8: Pizza party at "Chez Mike T." $8 a head should cover it, BYOBooze. If a large number of people RSVP we may change the location.

Sunday March 9: whoever hasn't gone home yet, we're planning to meet up at Deschiutes brewpub.


Please let me know how many are planning to attend which nights by emailing info@oregones.com.

[Mike T]

Just another rsvp reminder. In particular I need to know how many plan to attend on Thursday ASAP. Thanks!

[RJ-PS]

Hi Mike,
I'm planning on being up there with some Tanks for the boys to Tank around on.
RJ

[zoom]

Woohoo! RJ's coming, and he's bringing TANKERS! :biggthump:biggthump:biggthump Thanks, RJ!

Any chance of a 172 for the girls to tank around on?

[RJ-PS]

As of today, yes. As of March for the OES, probably not. Rad-Air is sold out of sizes 167, 172, 177 on a global scale. Just sold my last of the NOS 172s and I have one of the 07/08 172s in stock, and if it makes it to then I will definitely push it into the demo fleet. Rad-Air just did inventory so I may be getting some good news if they found some more old boards I can let go of cheap.
I'm hoping to also have a few glimpses of what the future may hold for us....

[chrisk]

Mike,
I'm planning to attend all evening events.
I'm flying in Redmond on Thrusday afternoon.

Also: Based on your experience, do I need to rent a 4wd to get from Bend to the mountain?

[Furi]

Hi Mike,
I'm planning on being up there with some Tanks for the boys to Tank around on.
RJ

Nice RJ! It will be good to ride with you! :) (baptiste with the red tanker)

[Furi]

As of today, yes. As of March for the OES, probably not. Rad-Air is sold out of sizes 167, 172, 177 on a global scale. Just sold my last of the NOS 172s and I have one of the 07/08 172s in stock, and if it makes it to then I will definitely push it into the demo fleet. Rad-Air just did inventory so I may be getting some good news if they found some more old boards I can let go of cheap.
I'm hoping to also have a few glimpses of what the future may hold for us....

oh that means I'm brining my check book :)

[Furi]

RSVP'ed! looking forward to meeting and riding with everybody!

[Mike T]

Based on your experience, do I need to rent a 4wd to get from Bend to the mountain?


You shouldn't need 4wd, the road to the mountain is given equal treatment to Hwy 97 which is the main drag through central Oregon... even on weekdays.

I've been glad I have an Outback in cases where it dumps all day and I need to get out of my parking spot quickly but that's about it. Oh, and also those times when I skip shoveling my driveway to get da freshies...


... but you shouldn't need it for OES. Just keep an eye on the forecast and if it looks like 4 days of deep powder you can always change the reservation.

[C5 Golfer]

Hi Mike -- I wll be there for the day and the dinner --
To whom shall I send the advance dinner money and address.
Thanks for all your work on this event
Al

[SEJ]

Mike, my wife and I are still planning to come, but works starting to get a little wierd. It will be the fourth month in a row that I have taken a week off and we have some big projects staring us in the face. It's on the schedule, and nobody has said no yet, but when I reminded my boss that SES was next week, well, he didn't exactly look happy.
Like I said, we are still planning to come, but I would probably put it at 85%.
Scott

[trikerdad]

Mike, I just canceled my trip to SES as I decided that taking my travel trailer that far with the current weather conditions could be a mistake. But, now I'm thinking of going to OES instead. Do you know of anyplace I could park my trailer for the event. I've seen RV's in the Bachelor parking lot but, I don't know if they allow overnighter's. Any info you give me would be appreciated. Bill

[Mike T]

They definitely allow overnight RV parking at Bachelor. It's rare that I don't see people camping in the lower Sunrise lot.


Please call (800) 829-2442 to find out of there is a fee and what the rules are.


Hope you can make it!

[trikerdad]

Okay Mike, I called and they said it's no problem (and no fees). So, count my wife and me in. Let me know via email what you need to firm it up.

[Mike T]

4 weeks till OES!

Many have asked how to send money for Thursday night. I will have that information soon, hopefully by the weekend. Still ironing out a few details with food choices etc.

It continues to dump at Bachelor. I miss carving!!!

[Mike T]

Cascade Lakes brewery doesn't need a deposit, so no need to put down any money in advance. We will have no trouble whatsoever meeting the $300 group minimum even if a bunch of people don't show up.

Snow is holding up well despite the warm temps. This morning was in fact somewhere between firm and bulletproof on the NW and Outback runs as well as Leeway, the groom was still holding up really well when I left at 1:00. (I didn't go over to Skyliner/Sunrise/Summit/Rainbow since that catches early sun and I figured it would slush up...)

Get psyched for OES!

[Furi]

dialing in the BTS this weekend! I might actually get these *($@*($ boots to fit correctly before OES :angryfire

thats good news on the snow! I'll be bringing a POW board just to be on safe side ;)

[GQuentin]

Hi everyone,

Is anyone looking for a bed? I just reserved a room at the Entrada Lodge. It has 2 queen beds and is a nice clean place. I stayed there with my girlfriend and we were both very happy with our room. It' close to Bachelor and about 2 min. from Mike's house. Also has a hot tub. The total rate is $79.00 a night, so it will be 39.50 a night. Anyone interested? Just trying to save some dough,

Quentin

[cassandtim]

I just finished arranging everything to come to OES. I'm beyond stoked to come and ride with other hardbooters!

Had a couple of quick questions though:

Are their going to be people there that are willing to take a free moment to critique riding skills (or lack of) and share info concerning technique and equipment?

Will there be any manufacturers' rep's with boards to demo?

I will be hitting town on Tuesday and riding Wednesday so drop a line if you plan on hitting the hill early!

Cheers,
Tim

[kevbo]

I will be heading down for sure this year. Everyone pray to the sun gods!:lol: Just had a great day at timberline this past weekend. First ride since L5-S1 Disk herniation and no problems yahoo. :) See you all there.

KR

[SEJ]

Dude, sorry to say it, but I think we used up the sun Gods at SES.

[Mike T]

Dude, sorry to say it, but I think we used up the sun Gods at SES.

Not a chance! (It was sunny almost all week here too, mind you)

[Mike T]

Had a couple of quick questions though:

Are their going to be people there that are willing to take a free moment to critique riding skills (or lack of) and share info concerning technique and equipment?



Oh, I suspect with this many hardbooters on the hill, talking shop about technique will be common. There will be at least two real, live instructors among our ranks, and several more of us have been known to toss out a useful hint now and again.



Will there be any manufacturers' rep's with boards to demo?


RJ from ExoticBoards is planning to bring some Tankers (http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showpost.php?p=179838&postcount=106). Please note that OES has no demo insurance and thus no demo tent and no official demos. If individuals (RJ and others) wish to loan gear out to friends, it's their own business ;)

[Kimo]

It has 2 queen beds and is a nice clean place. I stayed there with my girlfriend and we were both very happy with our room.Quentin

First, you claim it's a clean place. Then, you let slip that you stayed there with your girlfriend. I'm not falling for that!

[GQuentin]

Tick........Tock..........Tick...........Tock

Someone please help. I seem to be suffering from Expression Session withdrawl!!!!! Aspen gave me the bug:lol:

Can't we move OES up. I am not sure I can wait any longer

[GQuentin]

I just realized I'm moving up in the world!!!!

Folks you are no longer posting with a Skidder!!!! I have transformed into a GROOMER GROMMET!!!!!! :D


What the hell is a Groomer Grommet anyways?

Oh well, just happy to be one :ices_ange

Quentin

[Mike T]

Tick........Tock..........Tick...........Tock

Someone please help. I seem to be suffering from Expression Session withdrawl!!!!! Aspen gave me the bug:lol:

Can't we move OES up. I am not sure I can wait any longer

Only 16 days and counting!

In the meantime, c'mon up to Mt Hood Meadows for some racing this weekend (http://usasa.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=regions&submenu=directoryCompetitionREGLCURR&page_no=2&records_perpage_qy=15&competition_cl=&competition_full_nm=&resort_full_nm=&nation_id=222&region_id=1213&category_cl=&discipline_cl=&year_no=2008&mode=search&field=competition_full_nm&search_value=)

Snow was quite good today under a mix of sun and clouds. Except that they claimed to have groomed Flying Dutchman and didn't - it was obviously yesterday's groom. :nono:

[Kimo]

I think a Groomer Grommet is someone with a brand new Coiler. I think you'll advance to the next level faster if you post your messages

[Kimo]

a few

[Kimo]

words at

[Kimo]

a time.

[Mike T]

... for keeping the OES thread at the top :biggthump

[GQuentin]

That is

[GQuentin]

absolutely hilarious!

[GQuentin]

What is the order anyways? Starting with Skidder.......

[Allee]

I know that if you yap too much, you get to be a trench digger. In my defence, it did take me four years to reach that exalted standard. it took D-Sub less than a year ...:lol:

[GQuentin]

How is my favorite roomy? You know if you come to OES we could have a roomy reunion :biggthump

You have to promise to sport the one piece though,

Quentin

[Sinecure]

I've got a large room reserved at the Riverhouse. Two rooms and two queen beds. Let me know if anyone wants to share.

[Furi]

Hey Mike -

I realize we won't have an official demo tent, but will there be a secure place to leave spare/extra boards at? Or should we plan to leave them locked up on a rack or in the car?

[Mike T]

Hey Mike -

I realize we won't have an official demo tent, but will there be a secure place to leave spare/extra boards at? Or should we plan to leave them locked up on a rack or in the car?

1) Ski check at Sunrise - $2/day.

2) If you arrive early each day, you will be able to park within a 2-minute walk from the bottom of the Sunrise chair.

3) You can lock boards to the racks in the base area. Works better on weekdays.

[GQuentin]

I've got a large room reserved at the Riverhouse. Two rooms and two queen beds. Let me know if anyone wants to share.

I might be interested. What is the rate for a bed per night?

[Sinecure]

I might be interested. What is the rate for a bed per night?

I think its $160 or $170/night for the room. Its a "Family Kitchen Suite" with 3 Queen beds and a bedroom separate from the living room. I'll check the reservation.

[Furi]

1) Ski check at Sunrise - $2/day.

2) If you arrive early each day, you will be able to park within a 2-minute walk from the bottom of the Sunrise chair.

3) You can lock boards to the racks in the base area. Works better on weekdays.


Excellent! Thanks Mike!

[RJ-PS]

Hi all,

I'm bringing in some new SG Snowboards for the event since I'm all out for the season but couldn't show up empty handed.

So....is there anything particular that y'all want to try? If it's possible I'll have them put it in with the others.

Check them out here: www.sgsnowboards.com

[Hagen]

...nice. :biggthump

Would love to try the cult.69 or the speed.73

Hagen.

[RJ-PS]

Not sure I'm getting anything under 170, but will check.

[zoom]

You rock, RJ! Can't wait to meet you.

[Mike T]

two weeks from today!!!!!

[Hagen]

Not sure I'm getting anything under 170, but will check.

if there is a cult that is longer than 169 then I would actually prefer that. But from the SG website it looks like all the freecarving boards are shorter than 170...

Hagen.

[Randy T.]

+1 for trying out the Cult.

[shane groshong]

Are many of you bringing boards and gear to sell at OES? I will have a couple boards and some 26 indy boots. I look forward to the event, and getting to ride with everyone.

Shane

[Furi]

I'll be brining my checkbook more then likely if RJ is brining tankers :eek:

[Hagen]

I'm bringing two boards that I'm thinking about selling (to may be finance a new board) - a 188 burner and a Renntiger SL (it's either 158 or 163).

Hagen.

[Mike T]

Hagen, if your RennTiger is a 163 I might be interested - mind if I test drive it?

My Coiler PR 188 Superboard (http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?t=19215) will be available for testing drives if it hasn't sold by then.

My wife *may* be selling her Coiler WFC 165, she hasn't decided yet.

[Hagen]

I can check tonight what the size is and yes you can test drive it.

Hagen.

[Sinecure]

Are we going to have a race of any kind at OES?

GS?
SL?
PGS?
PSL?
Vintage Gear?
Chinese Downhill?
Beer-Chugging stations?
...???

Team Tahoe vs. Team PNW? :boxing_sm

[trikerdad]

You forgot arm wrestling!

[C5 Golfer]

Are we going to have a race of any kind at OES?

GS?
SL?
PGS?
PSL?
Vintage Gear?
Chinese Downhill?
Beer-Chugging stations?
...???

Team Tahoe vs. Team PNW? :boxing_sm

Race --not for me , I'm wondering if will be the oldest guy there ???:lol::);)

[Mike T]

I'd love to do some racing - obtaining timing equipment, gates and permission to set a course is about a 1 million to 1 longshot at this juncture.

If people don't mind a short walk, they often groom Leeway all the way down to the Red chair even when it is not running. I've seen people set treebranch courses from where Midway and Leeway split to the bottom of Leeway. Sorry, it's the best idea I've got.

[Mike T]

Race --not for me , I'm wondering if will be the oldest guy there ???:lol::);)

Uh oh. C5, I think Timinor has you on age, and he just had best time on course in *4* USASA events this past weekend at Mt Hood Meadows. (Try as I did, he bested me in 4 heats of GS and 4 heats of SL!) Now you HAVE to race!!!!!

[trikerdad]

At 62, I have to be right there as oldest, but I'd rather ride than race.

[RJ-PS]

Looks like I got the news just in time for the chest thumping and chicken dance taunting.
No reason to go into a race without the top secret prototypes for next season!

So here is what the lineup will be for SGSnowboards:
RACE PRO TEAM 178, Titanal
RACE 185, Titanal
SG JUNIOR RACE 140
SPEED 162
SPEED 173
ALLMOUNTAIN 169
Full RACE 185 Proto
SBX pro team 169 Proto

For those of you looking to drive the Cult, I have a limited edition All-Mountain that was only distributed on the other side of the pond. Same everything except different name and graphics.
I'll be pulling these out of the wrapper at OES so they'll be ready to rock and roll!
Shout out to SGSnowboards for hooking us up!

[Hagen]

...as if I did need more reasons to come to Oregon! :biggthump

Now I really can't wait...

And Mike, sorry I forgot to check the size of that board. It got a little crazy at work, I'm now in Mexico for a few days. Should be back home end of this week and will try to remember to check on the size of that board.

Hagen.

[Furi]

Are we going to have a race of any kind at OES?

GS?
SL?
PGS?
PSL?
Vintage Gear?
Chinese Downhill?
Beer-Chugging stations?
...???

Team Tahoe vs. Team PNW? :boxing_sm

how about most wreaks or best wreaks?

...figured I would suggest something I could win at :D

[Randy T.]

Chinese downhill at high noon. Last one to the bar buys! :D

I might have a 184 Rossi WCR to sell if anyone is interested.

[Sinecure]

Well, I'll bring a radar gun with me if I can remember. Its always fun for a few chuckles and post-ride dick waving.

RJ, you suck! You're going to cost me some money, I just know it. Will the 185 Race T cost me my first born, or first and second? Seriously though, can we demo the T boards with stock TD2 bindings? Or do we need some sort of plexi plate on them?

[Mike T]

360 degree carving contest. Need to do it on Thursday or Friday to avoid trail conflicts.

[Mike T]

Folks, if you are coming and have not RSVP'd for Thursday or Friday night, please do so by Thursday the 28th. After that time, I cannot guarantee there will be room for you at those two dinners.

[kevbo]

Mike,

How do I RSVP for friday nights activities? I will be there for sure. Looking forward to it.

Thanks
kr:)

[Mike T]

Kevbo, You just did :) The other way is to email (mt at tovino dot com) or (info at oregones dot com).

[Steve Prokopiw]

Mike ,please reserve ToolCan(aka Sean) and I for Thursday Night's festivities.We are going to come for Wed,Thur,Fri on snow and head back after riding on Friday.I have to be back on Saturday to teach and to celebrate 'Marchigras'at Silver by wearing a red and white one piece that a spin client gave me.Oh,I guess I better tell Tool Can about our itinerary:)

Oops;Marchigras is this Saturday so I guess Dr D and the other trenchers will get to be embarrassed to be around me then!

[RJ-PS]

I'll be attending the dinners. Count me in.

Sinecure, I'm not really keen about breaking the prototypes out unless there is a serious racer or enthusiast interested. As you know they're titanal, schtub nose, and double secret probation:cool:, but still only your first born is necessary:biggthump. Especially once I teach him/her how to ship boards.

When I talked with Sigi about last season's run they only reported 1% issue and all were delam or edge issues, not dynamic breaks like titanal boards have been known to do. I'm fine with TD2s on these boards, they have a full topsheet of protection before you get to the metal.

If you're seriously looking, the plastic is coming off!

[Steve Prokopiw]

and he's good to go as long as Daddy has fun! Just kidding:)

[RJ-PS]

I'll take good care him.

[Buell]

Less than a week to go until OES!

It looks like Rebecca and I will make it to Bend for some riding on Wednesday so let us know if anyone else will be around.

RJ, thanks for bringing the Tankers and Sigi's. We are looking forward to meeting you and everyone else.

Buell

[GQuentin]

Less than a week to go until OES!

It looks like Rebecca and I will make it to Bend for some riding on Wednesday so let us know if anyone else will be around.

RJ, thanks for bringing the Tankers and Sigi's. We are looking forward to meeting you and everyone else.

Buell

Hi B & R

Count me in for Wednesday. Looking forward to seeing you two,

Quentin

[Mike T]

I may make an early morning appearance on Wednesday, if the weather is good... need to leave by noon.

[Furi]

Looks like I'll be coming in for some Wed riding as well :)

[Galen]

My crew will be there on wed also. Life is uncertain, eat dessert first:D

[Jim]

Looks like I'll be coming in for some Wed riding as well :)

Three of us will riding on Wednesday.

Anyone know of a decent place to stay over in Redding? Online reservations go from dives at $49 to suites at $119+ and nothing in between. :confused:

[cassandtim]

I'll be arriving Tuesday afternoon in time for Beer-thirty and will be up at Sunrise Lodge early on Wednesday morning.

After an epic day of riding at Timberline today I'm on full stoke mode.:biggthump

I've never ever wanted the weekend to go by fast until now!

[zoom]

OESers! Check out this handy dandy, one page info sheet with organizer contact information, map and schedule here (http://www.oregones.com/news/2008/02/13/oes-info-sheet/). There's also a link to an interactive map for out-of-towners.

**Vegetarians and Co. - Please let me know if you would prefer a non-meat dish on Friday night. Send a PM through my profile.**

Can't wait to see everyone!

Rebecca

[Randy T.]

Great info sheet! Thanks for putting that together Rebecca, it will be helpful for us out of towners.

RT

[Furi]

OESers! Check out this handy dandy, one page info sheet with organizer contact information, map and schedule here (http://www.oregones.com/news/2008/02/13/oes-info-sheet/). There's also a link to an interactive map for out-of-towners.

**Vegetarians and Co. - Please let me know if you would prefer a non-meat dish on Friday night. Send a PM through my profile.**

Can't wait to see everyone!

Rebecca

Nice info sheet! Thanks so much for taking the time to make it for us!

[Furi]

oh nice we are a sticky now too!

[Hagen]

Hagen, if your RennTiger is a 163 I might be interested - mind if I test drive it?

My Coiler PR 188 Superboard (http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?t=19215) will be available for testing drives if it hasn't sold by then.

My wife *may* be selling her Coiler WFC 165, she hasn't decided yet.

Hi Mike,

finally remebered to check the size of the Renntiger - it's a 158...

Hagen.

[Mike T]

Bonnie and I woere practicing with the video camera on Thursday, here are some video of some local (and not so local) riders horsing around off the Summit and Rainbow chairs:

http://www.oregones.com/photos.php

Powder day today, we've got some nice new snow! The resurfacing will be good for OES, should be plenty of time for the groomers to get it all buffed out for us.

[GQuentin]

Great footage Mike. I am thoroughly jealous! Wish I were there. Can't wait for OES! :D

Quentin

[Furi]

Bonnie and I woere practicing with the video camera on Thursday, here are some video of some local (and not so local) riders horsing around off the Summit and Rainbow chairs:

http://www.oregones.com/photos.php

Powder day today, we've got some nice new snow! The resurfacing will be good for OES, should be plenty of time for the groomers to get it all buffed out for us.


nice looking video!!! can hardy wait! A few more days!

[Galen]

You guys gonna do a swap meet this time? I've got:
Burton Speed's 156W, 160 and 164
*F2 Speedster SL 163(?)
Donek FC 165 Oly 11m sc, rider weight 180+
156 RadAir Reto Lamm
Suzuka shells, 26mp
*Lemans with Thermo's 25mp
05 Buton ION's used once US 7.5
05 Catek FR Pro's
Catek OS2's short. VG+ condition
Burton System (3 strap) Med, 2 pair.



I can bring any of this stuff to use or sell.

[Mike T]

Excellent idea. We can do a swap meet Saturday night at my place in the garage, although I heartily encourage everyone with gear for sale to offer test drives all through the event.

Galen, how much do you want for the F2 Speedster? I'd like to try that one out. I need a softer SL board - my current one kicked the crap out of me in real race conditions.

[Mike T]

Great footage Mike. I am thoroughly jealous! Wish I were there. Can't wait for OES! :D

Quentin

We gotta get some footage of you ExtremeCarving like in your new avatar. Flying Dutchman perhaps?

[kevbo]

SPEAKING OF SWAP MEET I WILL HAVE A SET OF TD1 STEP INS, BARELY USED AVAILIBLE. ANY TAKERS? :lol:

KR:)

[Steve Prokopiw]

mostly shorter boards like a proto 156 or an Elan 163 or a proton 168 or 64(unused)and some intec bindings if there are swap possibilities.I also have some Raichle and burton boots of different sizes that I can bring if any new carvers are in attendance.I already promised the 182 coiler( in a 'pay it forward sort of fashion,thanks for selling it to me Mike T.) to a promising carver by the bombername of EJ.He is the size it was built for and rode it like he was born to be on it at INWES.I may ride it at OES but it won't be for sale.

[Galen]

Bonnie and I woere practicing with the video camera on Thursday, here are some video of some local (and not so local) riders horsing around off the Summit and Rainbow chairs:

http://www.oregones.com/photos.php

.
Mike, is there something wrong with the 3rd vid? It wont load for me.

[Mike T]

Mike, is there something wrong with the 3rd vid? It wont load for me.

Load the page and wait till all 3 say 100%. Might take a while....

[Galen]

Load the page and wait till all 3 say 100%. Might take a while....


Yeah, tried that. The first 2 load up, but the other stays at zero. No biggie. Gettin' psyched:biggthump

[Mike T]

Yeah, tried that. The first 2 load up, but the other stays at zero. No biggie. Gettin' psyched:biggthump

Need to get a frontal shot of you, so you can change the avatar :D

All will be viewable at the Saturday night shindig.

[Galen]

Need to get a frontal shot of you, so you can change the avatar :D

All will be viewable at the Saturday night shindig.

How's this?:eek: I have a couple good belly shots, too.

[Mike T]

It's almost time to rock and roll at Mt Bachelor!


First, thanks to all who have RSVP'd for the evening events. This handy dandy Quick Reference (http://www.oregones.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/oes08quickref.pdf) (Thanks Rebecca!) will show you where everything is. Everything, except the Saturday night pizza party at my place - I will distribute directions during the day on Saturday, in order to avoid having to post directions to a party at my place on the Internet for anyone to find :-)

For each of the dinners please bring cash. The guesstimate on cost for each evening for food only:

Thursday - $18 / person
Friday - $16 / person
Saturday - $8 / person

This doesn't include drinks and it could come out to slightly more or less depending on how much we eat.

What about the weather? (http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?site=pdt&smap=1&textField1=43.977083333333&textField2=-121.69375)

You may be thinking "gee those temps look a little warm". Yep, looks like spring conditions. Please bear in mind that the high temperature doesn't happen till 1 or 2 in the afternoon, the carving in the morning should be excellent. The trend over the past month has been for more sun than is forecast... so please make sure you've got some high-SPF sunscreen. Otherwise you'll wind up with a raccoon-eye tan like I have. You may also look at this: "Saturday: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 42." and wonder if it's going to rain. It could happen, but I'm certainly not counting on it... Mt Bachelor often gets snow with temps well above freezing... as is common in drier areas when the temperature a few hundred feet off the surface is cooler than at the surface. And remember, the daily high temp usually happens just after your legs are done for the day!

Other logistical notes:

The groomed runs on the east side of the mountain, which is where we meet up every morning, almost never get icy even in freeze/thaw cycles, since the grooming is done right before opening. The runs on the west side of the mountain, particularly those off of the Outback and Northwest chairs, will most likely be quite firm.

For sunny afternoons (which could be all of them - like I said, we've seen a lot of sun even when NWS says clouds) please bring something that you feel comfortable freeriding off-piste in spring conditions. We've seen some good corn snow off the east side of the summit, and chances are there will be some hiking to the cirque going on as well.

It sounds like there will be a number of riders out for "Day Zero" - Wednesday the 5th. I'll be at Sunrise early to greet anyone who wants to start a day in advance. The weather looks like it will be great!

For intra-day meetups, just meet near the big trail map sign in the Sunrise base area. Chances are anyone you see with plate bindings is participating in OES.

I've requested that Flying Dutchman and Boomerang be slotted high in the grooming rotation, so check out those runs. Boomerang probably the steepest pitch that gets groomed wide on the hill, and is off the Outback chair. It will probably be quite firm, so bring those metal decks and Madds! Flying Dutchman is off the Rainbow chair, and is the best bet for small groups that want to hook up and form large groups around mid-day.

Bonnie and I will be doing some videography, most likely on:

Beverly Hills if groomed well (Summit chair)
Upper Chipper (Skyliner)
Upper Carnival (Rainbow)
Flying Dutchman (Rainbow)

For videography, it helps keep things moving if people form small groups and spread out.


I will try to get to the mountain about half hour before opening each day. For those who don't know me, I'm easy to spot: black helmet, jacket and snowpants, white Deeluxe "disco shoes", or find me early at my red Outback XT in the Sunrise lot.

Have fun and be safe - see you soon!

[Furi]

thanks for all the info Mike!

see you guys in 2 days! So excited! Looking forward to some good weather and great riding!

[kevbo]

IF THE FORECAST HOLDS IT LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER SNOWY OES!:angryfire:angryfire:barf:
I HOPE IT CLEARS FOR ONE OF THE DAYS. :)

[Mike T]

IF THE FORECAST HOLDS IT LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER SNOWY OES!:angryfire:angryfire:barf:
I HOPE IT CLEARS FOR ONE OF THE DAYS. :)

I betcha we see at least some sun on all 4 days. The NWS forecast tends to show wetter predictions than actually happen for Bachelor. The Weather Channel forecast for Bachelor is completely worthless. Don't even bother looking at it!

Those who attended last year will remember the forecast looking pretty rotten - rain all 4 days. We wound up with late-afternoon rain the 1st two days, then mostly sunny for day 3 and 4. Only those who were still riding at 2:30 on day 1 and 2 had to deal with crappy weather. (Those riding late on day 4 were riding in Tshirts... it got WARM!)

This year's forecast looks MUCH better!

[Furi]

Just found this on the Bachelor page for those of us arriving early and riding Wednesday:

Shell 2 for 1 Wednesday:
Purchase 10 gallons gas at participating Shell stations and receive a coupon for 2 for 1 skiing on non holiday Wednesdays.

http://www.mtbachelor.com/winter/staticpages/Deals


Participating Shell stations in Bend:

JBS TUMALO STORE
64683 COOK AVE
BEND, OR 97701-9033

JOES WESTSIDE SHELL
981 NW GALVESTON AVE
BEND, OR 97701-2462

RED CARPET CARWASH 1
1144 NE 3RD ST
BEND, OR 97701-4529

RED CARPET CARWASH 2
235 SE 3RD ST
BEND, OR 97702-1362

SHELL STOP N GO
2699 NE HIGHWAY 20
BEND, OR 97701-6262

[Galen]

IF THE FORECAST HOLDS IT LOOKS LIKE ANOTHER SNOWY OES!:angryfire:angryfire:barf:
I HOPE IT CLEARS FOR ONE OF THE DAYS. :)

http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/forecast/MapClick.php?site=pdt&smap=1&textField1=43.939583333333&textField2=-121.68375

Should be fine. Exact same forecast as last week, and we had some sun and warm temps all 4 days.:D

[Galen]

You guys gonna do a swap meet this time? I've got:
Burton Speed's 156W, 160 and 164
*F2 Speedster SL 163(?)
Donek FC 165 Oly 11m sc, rider weight 180+
Madd 158, yellow sidewalls.
156 RadAir Reto Lamm
Suzuka shells, 26mp
*Lemans with Thermo's 25mp
05 Buton ION's used once US 7.5
05 Catek FR Pro's
Catek OS2's short. VG+ condition
Burton System (3 strap) Med, 2 pair.



I can bring any of this stuff to use or sell.

OK, I've decided not to drag all of this stuff up there. If your interested in anything let me know. absolutely no commitment to buy. the stuff with asterisks already have interested parties, so I will be bring those. I added my Madd to the list and will bring it regardless if anyone wants to demo one.

[kevbo]

I will keep my fingers crossed. I pussed out last year and it turned out to be great. Positive thoughts for friday and sat. :D:eplus2:

kr:)

[Randy T.]

I have a 184 Rossi World Cup Race that I will bring if anyone is interested in it.

[Hugh]

Two 4807's (one already sold), two Mavericks (not for sale), one Rossi Throttle, pow board and carving skiis.

I will be riding shotgun with Jim to Sac tonight as soon as he shows up :smashfrea, then Bend tomorrow afternoon :1luvu:

Furi, thanks for the 2 fer 1 Shell, fill er up :AR15firin

See you on Wed,

Hugh

[Furi]

Hugh - i'll gladly take one of those 4807's off your hands :)

I'm driving up to Sac tomorrow to pick up my buddy and off we go as well! can't wait for wed! I'll be in a grey outback (no racks, all the boards inside) see you on the road Hugh!

[Buell]

Rebecca and I are leaving Utah in the morning for Bend. We'll be at the Sunrise lodge parking lot at 8:30 on Wednesday. Silver Toyota Tacoma with camper shell, silver rack box and two doggies.

See you guys soon!

[Mike T]

If you arrive after first chair, here is the meet-up spot:

http://i26.tinypic.com/2uokk5y.jpg

Or use FRS channel 5/12 or call one of the organizers' cell phones (see Rebecca's Quick Reference sheet)

[GQuentin]

Rebecca and I are leaving Utah in the morning for Bend. We'll be at the Sunrise lodge parking lot at 8:30 on Wednesday. Silver Toyota Tacoma with camper shell, silver rack box and two doggies.

See you guys soon!

Hope you 2 have safe travels. Also, let me know if I can bring anything over from Eugene.

I am sitting in the library, supposedly studying and all I can think about is OES! Can't freakin wait :lol:

Quentin

[Furi]

arrived in Bend and checked into the Riverhouse! Very nice place! Thanks for the recommendations :)

Got the shell 2 for 1 Wednesday ticket deal no problem and we are just resting up after the long drive.

See you guys in the morning!

[Mike T]

Weather looks AWESOME - total bluebird. Today is "unofficial OES day zero" since so many people are in town early.

Signature run of the day (i.e., best grooming job) is Boomerang, off the Outback chair. It'll probably be quite firm and it's got a nice picth to it. Best wait till the sun is high enough in the sky so the light isn't so flat. See you there!

[Sinecure]

Where's the live video/picture feed? Come on Tovino you techie gear whore! We want eye candy! Get me psyched for the 8 hour drive I'm facing tomorrow and Sunday.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Where's the live video/picture feed? Come on Tovino you techie gear whore! We want eye candy! Get me psyched for the 8 hour drive I'm facing tomorrow and Sunday.


Lunch time phone reports stack up like this.

Sunny , cold, soft groomers , "Summit is open" , 20+ "OES Early Carvers" Tearing it UP!!!
"Excellent" conditions in general

Quotes:

"Good to see so many "Homies" carving it up"
"Should have been here today DUDE!!"

Play "Catch a Carver on the Webcams" (http://www.mtbachelor.com/winter/services/dor)


Bryan

[Sinecure]

Oooh. Can I play too?

http://www.biglines.com/photosv2/2008/03/120x120/biglines_83017.jpg

[zoom]

Super fun day! 20 or so carvers tearing up the east side of the mountain and Summit. Flying Dutchman was the best run, and the trenches were stacking up when we left. Good turns were had by all.

We got some video, but no photos. I'm sure there will be some pics up soon (I'm looking at you, Furi and Allen).

If that's Day Zero, I can't wait for tomorrow!

Tonight: Drinks (and food, too, if you require such things) at Scanlon's (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?client=firefox-a&hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=114394352418788737179.00044548e1e59e1b5a890&ll=44.044044,-121.324253&spn=0.058734,0.143852&z=13&iwloc=00044548e8aca10dc4c03) from 6-8.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Just heard from Tim S.

Thanks for giving him such a warm alpine welcome Buell and Rebecca!!

Another stellar quote:" Even better than I hoped for!"

Great start to an excellent session.

YES, Photos Please!!!


PS, I heard the "Surf Talk" was big today on the chair's, know doubt another positive side effect of the "Southern Brotherhoods" influence on this years SES.

[www.oldsnowboards.com]

Idea.:smashfrea Perhaps a few alpine riders could meet in front of one of the webcams (sunrise lodge looks to be handy) and give BOL "Watchers" a "Salute" ??

Just a thought. :confused:


Just give us a rough time frame, cam updates every 5 minutes. Call me and I can "Capture" the frame for those who can't be online.

[C5 Golfer]

I've arrived and looking forward to Scanlons tonight.. who's thirsty?:biggthump

Long drive from Whistler to Bend - but looks like it is going to be worth it. :D

[Mike T]

Thanks to the large number of carvers who showed up for Unofficial Day Zero! There were some soft spots to be sure and some amusing nearly-painful wipeouts, including one by Yours Truly which may show up on the vidoes, but all I saw at lunchtime was smiling faces. The stoke from last year seems to have carried over!

Looking forward to Official Day One! Keeping doin' the sun dances!

[Randy T.]

Russell and I made it and just checked in at the Riverhouse. Only one speeding ticket. :smashfrea

Were headed downtown to check out some boards shops. See you all at happy hour soon, i'm ready for a beer.

RT
775.742.0862

[Furi]

alright a single pic :) that's all I have Zoom! I was too busy riding my new baby :1luvu:

We are going through the video Allen took right now. Some of it looks amazing...i'll see if I can't post a teaser here in a few mins.

What a great first day! GQuentin and I stayed till 2:30+ today....we just couldn't wipe the stupid grins off our faces and kept looking at each other and saying "just one more?".

It was great seeing everybody today, we had quite a crew. The weather was amazing, the snow was good, and ear to ear grins all day on every face I saw.

Ouch - sorry to hear about the ticket Randy :( You'll have to ask Allen about his tonight over a beer - we got tagged last night as well with one :mad:

[zoom]

Awesome pic - thanks! It's fun to run into a dozen hardbooters at the top of the lift.... Hard to believe the session hasn't even started yet!

Get fired up, folks - more blue skies and fresh groom tomorrow!

[Furi]

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[zoom]

The SGs are here! RJ brought the goods... The photo (taken moments ago) doesn't do these beasts justice. Check these puppies out on the hill tomorrow.

L-R:
Race Full Pro Team 185 Titanal (08-09 prototype - serious inquiries only)
Race 185 Titanal
Race Pro Team 178 Titanal
Speed 173
All Mountain 169
SBX Pro Team 169 (08-09 prototype - serious inquiries only)
Speed 162

Not pictured - 140 Jr Race... and there are a few Tankers as well. :cool:

[Mike T]

Looks like another bluebird day!

There's an inversion layer meaning temps are higher at the top of the lifts than at the bottom. Lot's o' grooming, including Boomerang and Downunder off the Outback chair - good places to check out if the east side is too soft.

If you're looking for OESer's on the mountain, please keep the organizers cell phone numbers handy as we've had some technical difficulties with FRS radios. (Numbers avaialable on zoom's Quick Reference sheet which you can print out)

Cascade Lakes Brewery, 6:30 PM, upstairs - please bring cash!!!!

[carvedog]

Furi that was a sweet video. The two guys parallel carving together was righteous. Sure wish I was there.
Ya'll be careful over there now ya hear. No more injuries at ESss anywhere.

:biggthump

[Galen]

Please have walkers available at the front door of the banquet.:D

[C5 Golfer]

Please have walkers available at the front door of the banquet.:D

I am hoping for an elevator to the upstairs room- stairs are not looking good, but there is supposed to be food - that may get me to climb.

BTW - Great day was had by all-- :biggthump:biggthump:biggthump

[zoom]

Awesome Day One! At least 32 carvers! Very tired!

[Mike T]

Thanks to all who carved, drank and ate today!

We have some leftovers from the Cascade Lakes dinner... visit the 2nd floor of the Sunrise lodge tomorrow around lunch time and help yourself to lunch meats and cheese. Time TBD... whenever people feel like eating... probably depends on the weather and how the snow turns out.

Forecast for tomorrow: repeat of today, maybe a bit warmer. Hopefully any clouds stay nice and high so that Summit is open again.

For those interested in seeing the rest of the mountain - we've been pretty concentrated on Sunrise/Rainwbow/Summit - I will lead a tour of the west side of the mountain tomorrow morning. Meet at Sunrise chair as usual and we'll go from there.

Woooohooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!

[Mike T]

We have some leftovers from the Cascade Lakes dinner... visit the 2nd floor of the Sunrise lodge tomorrow around lunch time and help yourself to lunch meats and cheese. Time TBD... whenever people feel like eating... probably depends on the weather and how the snow turns out.




Edit: Logistical issues - I don't have enough ice to keep it all from going bad. These goodies will be avaialble for your munching pleasure on Saturday evening.

[SEJ]

Glad to hear you guys have good conditions. I had to cancel due to work. After the week in tahoe and the week at SES (three weeks apart) I was sort of pushing it if I took more time off work. I'll plan a little better next year so I can get up there. After experiencing the stoke at SES, I want to make ALL the ESes.
Hey Bryan, hope you are healing well. Do you still want those torque bindings? If so I will mail them to you and take you up on the lift ticket next year.
RIDE ON Buddies, carve some trenches for me.
Scott

[Allee]

I'm sitting at work doing costing, bored out of my mind, and the run in that pic looks SWEET.

Grumble grumble grumble. I hate you all. Have a great time this weekend.

[Mike T]

Yet another incredible day. The high overcast kept the runs in good condition, I came off the slopes at 3:20 and there were folks STILL taking laps on Sunrise.
6:30 at Chan's tonite - I will hand out directions to the shindig tomorrow nite there, and have some handy on-hill tomorrow.

Kudos to everyone who helped utterly destroy Thunderbird in *two runs* this morning and then shredded Downunder and Ed's Garden like they've never been shredded before.

Allee, they do have margaritas in the Sunrise bar - I'm sure they don't measure up to Aspen margs but you'll have to come and try them next year anyway :)

[GQuentin]

Allee, they do have margaritas in the Sunrise bar - I'm sure they don't measure up to Aspen margs but you'll have to come and try them next year anyway :)[/QUOTE]

Allee, they were good, but not as good as Snowmass. I was sure to drink one for you though :D

[Furi]

is it tomorrow yet?

.....must carve more.....

**muttering** ....hips....drop the hand.... ** muttering**

[Allee]

Believe me guys, I looked up the cost of the plane fare down there for the weekend ... if I'd known my tax refund was going to be as good as it was, I'd have jumped on a flight. Oh well, such is life.

Quentin, I remember that you ride better after 2 margaritas at lunch :-). Your bully is SOOO cute! Mike, it was a real shame to miss you in Aspen, hopefully we'll cross trenches next season. I'm always a starter for riding at a new hill.

Furi, you can laugh at Quentin, he carves in his sleep (and don't ask how I know that ...)

Y'all are so sweet to me ...:1luvu: Have a trenchin' time tomorrow!!

[SEJ]

Pics! Need some Pics! Gangs of hardbooters, trenched out groom. It helps us unfortunate ones feel like we're sort of there. I've still got SES playing in my mind. First time I've seen more than two other carvers. ES stoke cannot be described. It's like being an orphan, then finding out you have a full family thats been looking for you.

[Furi]

Furi, you can laugh at Quentin, he carves in his sleep (and don't ask how I know that ...)


Allee - oh no doubt! Quentin is my hero :) I've been following him like he had donuts in his pockets since Wednesday.

And yah he totally carves better after 2 pitchers for lunch :rolleyes:

Personally I think its the grilled cheese, but im sure the brew helps :p

[zoom]

Pics! Need some Pics!

Okey doke. Some shots from today's mahem.

Jim Farr x 2 and Allen the Videographer

[zoom]

Three more: Randy T, Hagen and zoom/Rebecca

[SEJ]

Ahhhh! Thanks Zoom, I needed that. Up at Tahoe this weekend doing the "Lone rider" thing again. Actually I ride with Gretchen, but she skis. I'm bummed out about missing OES. I was going to drive so I could bring the quivver. Flying to SES with just two boards, plus skis, plus all the crap was a real pain. But, it won't stop me from doing it next year. Hmm? Maybe box em up and ship them to Stan? He could just throw them in his rack box. Case of PBR for his efforts? Oh, I got the start of a plan here.
Rip some turns for me Rebecca, oh, and pound a couple pints as well.
Scott