Messages posted by : chaletslovakia
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I used to live at Les Deux Alpes but whenever I could I used to get over to Huez. The terrain is very variable there; something for everyone. Never did much of the town though so can't help you, but the riding was first rate. |
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I think you will have a good time here. Jasna is a great resort and the town (liptovsky Mikulas) at the base of the valley has a great variety of excellent quality, budget bars and eateries. Look us up when you get here; it's always nice to speak the lingo... details at bottom of reply... dan |
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There's a bus down to Grenoble regularly from L2A. Or it's an easy hitch. From there you could no doubt train to somewhere nearby Chatel. I would buy a map, plot the quickest way there (aware of winter road closures) and hitch hike it. Free and a damn sight more exciting than public transport. Bon voyage... |
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I found some custard creams in a shop in Slovakia! |
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Don't get a similar board to what you already have. There is nothing wrong with it. You will ALWAYS use/want your old boards in the future. Go a shorter, flexi twin-tip board for something different; and if you fancy trying the pipe. The Custom should be fine; though don't rule out other manufacturers' kit: Ride, Rome and Salomon all make superior equipment. Take both boards away on holiday with you. That way you can compare the two. Then you can start to learn for yourself different board characteristics. |
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Apologies Tony, my sozzled girlfriend wrote that senseless email. I think she was trying to say that she likes to ride slushy, April spring snow. However, this isn't eveyone's cup o' tea. I think March conditions are getting better everywhere in the world. It seems the seasons are shifting slightly later. Slovakia is colder than most of the Alps (due to its' central Europe location) and the snow traditionally lasts a bit longer here; however it is hard to get historical data. |
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We've heard March and Feb are traditionally the best times to come. But it depends what kind of conditions you like to board. Last year there were nice sunny days and mash potatoe rides up until the end of April.
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As the trip is primarily for beginners; it really dosen't matter where you go but forget the over-priced Alps and head for bargain Eastern/Central Europe. Why pay top dollar just to learn? Only the real low resorts have a lack of snow in March. April can be the best time to go, with warm, sunny days. Dry slopes are must-only. They are unrealistic and to a degree a bit dangerous. But the indoor slopes are a bit of a ripoff. Save your pennies for a cheap n' cheerful holiday. If the family all get on with it, then you can think about 'upgrading' next year. |
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