bandit wrote:
This being France, there is no queue etiquette at all, sharpen your elbows )
I got shot down in flames for saying something similar a while back :shock:
But its true.
Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys
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I got shot down in flames for saying something similar a while back :shock:
But its true.
Odd I know, but I do agree with Tony! Learn to put your ski pole between the skis of the offending peeps :twisted:
Take a look at this thread, towards the end there are some good routes
http://www.j2ski.com/ski-chat-forum/posts/list/12334.page
Tricky one that ......
Drop down out of the snow and clouds - say below 2000m - and get wet coz it's raining.
If it were me I would just be seeing what's happening and probably not going right up high.
What I am getting on the forecast is snow showers which suggests intermittent precipitation. Probably not what you were hoping for khjr but the best I can suggest.
I'll tell you what if you think you need sharpe elbows in French queue's have a go at queuing in Zurs
bloody awful :evil:
I am planning on a shorter snappier version but I have this for now.
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Started by Khjr in France 12-Mar-2012 - 15 Replies
Tony_H
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
I got shot down in flames for saying something similar a while back :shock:
But its true.
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Iceman
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
Tony_H wrote:bandit wrote:
This being France, there is no queue etiquette at all, sharpen your elbows )
I got shot down in flames for saying something similar a while back :shock:
But its true.
Odd I know, but I do agree with Tony! Learn to put your ski pole between the skis of the offending peeps :twisted:
The Northern Monkey. Jan'23 Les Arcs
Iceman
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
khjr wrote:Also, can anyone recommend a good website for suggested piste itineraries? (i.e. recommended runs and strategies to make the most of a day)
Thanks so much for any advice you can lend!
Take a look at this thread, towards the end there are some good routes
http://www.j2ski.com/ski-chat-forum/posts/list/12334.page
The Northern Monkey. Jan'23 Les Arcs
Khjr
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
Okay... Here's a variation on my earlier question. Snow is in the forecast for Val Thorens for Sunday through Tuesday. That's great news for the balance of the week, but I understand that visibility will likely be quite poor due to the snow and clouds/fog. As such, I'll probably be forced to lower altitudes. There doesn't appear to be a lot of pistes in the valley below Les Menuires where I'm staying. Can anyone recommend a target area in Meribel and/or Courchevel where I might at least get out of the clouds?
OldAndy
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
khjr wrote:Okay... Here's a variation on my earlier question. Snow is in the forecast for Val Thorens for Sunday through Tuesday. That's great news for the balance of the week, but I understand that visibility will likely be quite poor due to the snow and clouds/fog. As such, I'll probably be forced to lower altitudes. There doesn't appear to be a lot of pistes in the valley below Les Menuires where I'm staying. Can anyone recommend a target area in Meribel and/or Courchevel where I might at least get out of the clouds?
Tricky one that ......
Drop down out of the snow and clouds - say below 2000m - and get wet coz it's raining.
If it were me I would just be seeing what's happening and probably not going right up high.
What I am getting on the forecast is snow showers which suggests intermittent precipitation. Probably not what you were hoping for khjr but the best I can suggest.
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Ian Wickham
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
bandit wrote:From memory, there are large signposts at piste juctions, among them are 3v signs which are the ones to follow for the routes between the valleys.
Do take note of the opening and closing times of the lifts. It's eye wateringly expensive to have to get a taxi back via the valley!
Every lift pass office will offer area maps.
Suggest you buy Carte (Carre) Neige with your lift ticket. If you are injured and need to call for help it will make your life easier. Expect to pay 2-3 Euros a day.
Most pistes are groomed daily, the only likely exception are Itineraries, and bump fields.
This being France, there is no queue etiquette at all, sharpen your elbows )
I'll tell you what if you think you need sharpe elbows in French queue's have a go at queuing in Zurs
bloody awful :evil:
Mike3000
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
I've just come back from Val Thorens and there were plenty of queues getting out of town but I don't remember any pushing. Maybe I'm just used to it.
Mike3000
reply to 'Maps and suggested piste routes for Val Thorens / 3 Valleys' posted Mar-2012
I am planning on a shorter snappier version but I have this for now.
Topic last updated on 15-March-2012 at 15:54