J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Smokey Barr

andymol2 wrote:Smokey - I don't disagree with you re skiing - the risk of serious head injury skiing is not comparable to riding a motorbike or motor racing but is it fair to your family (& the state) to expect them to look after a nappy wearing 50 year old with the mental faculties of a 6 month old because they object to being made to wear a motor cycle helmet?

I don't have a problem with helmets (for motorcyclists)being made optional for those with insurance to fund life-long nursing care.

Without wanted to go too off topic, I do agree to an extent but the individual should ultimately be given the choice. What effect that has on his or her family is again for that individual to consider. As for costing the state, simple rule, if you don't wear a helmet, you forfeit your right to NHS treatment, which would link in nicely with your insurance suggestion.

As for skiing helmets. I think the chances of you doing serious damage on a week long holiday are pretty remote, and your own actions can reduce this even further. I have no desire (yet) to ski off piste, and keep my speed relative to my ability, and like when I drive, or ride my scooter, I ski as if everyone else on the slope is a clown... Expect the unexpected.

Most places have heated racks and lockers, as others have said. If you're worried about leaving ski's while you have a jar, just find a spot by the window so you can keep an eye on them.

...I've been to Borovets twice and thoroughly enjoyed both occasions. The following year went to Kaprun and my brother was assaulted resulting in an early trip home... Make your own mind up...

Wearing a ski helmet (or any helmet in my opinion) should be a personal choice. If I want to take the risk of not wearing one, that's my choice, I don't want someone dictating what I should or shouldn't wear.

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Mike3000 wrote:Does anyone know how much of Val Claret is ski in ski out?

As Nelly says; probably most of it... if you pick your accommodation carefully you should be able to fall out of your window / balcony and just about slide down to the base of the lifts without waking up. Just remember to go to sleep in all your gear each night and you'll wake up on the lift! No time wasted. Perfect. 8)
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lol... I think you've just described me!

andymol2 wrote:I'm not sure following the locals always works - in French resorts I've seen a number of them paying in vouchers - presumably to allow differential pricing to fleece the tourists but keep the locals happy.

Not sure if that quite fits in with EU regs.

I'm surprised the political elite haven't had this post removed.

I'm flying BA (not my choice) out of London city so hopefully the ungrateful oppressors won't ruin my holiday.

As Stewart says, I'm more worried about this countries inability to plan for, or operate after a very small amount of 'out of the ordinary' weather...

I'm not entirely sure how you can have an opinion of a resort without going there...

I have however been to Borovets a couple of times, and thoroughly enjoyed it on both occasions; we went early Feb both times. Granted, 2008 conditions were better as it had snowed most of the day and night before we got there, but the following year was fine. Some of the lower slopes were iffy, but on the whole, it was very good.

There is one run in particular (blue, I can't remember the name) that takes you through the woods, and twists and turns all the way down to the resort, it was fantastic…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtube_gdata_player&v=vn2fZrG6Fzg

There are very few snow sure resorts in Europe, and if a budget trip is what you're after, Bulgaria has to be top of the list.

Ian Wickham wrote:Sounds a good place for a weeks skiing :lol:

This is true. If you're going on a skiing holiday, in all honesty, how much time are you going to spend in your Hotel anyway??

I'm going to be staying in La Vanoise myself. It seems to have a mixed bag of reviews, but its right next to the lifts, so I'll be skiing into bed, and then skiing straight out again in the morning...

Safety of your equipment Started by User in Beginning Skiing, 14 Replies
Most places have heated racks and lockers, as others have said. If you're worried about leaving ski's while you have a jar, just find a spot by the window so you can keep an eye on them. ...I've been to Borovets twice and thoroughly enjoyed both occasions. The following year went to Kaprun and my brother was assaulted resulting in an early trip home... Make your own mind up...

No Reduction In Average US Slope Death Numbers As More Wear Ski Helmets Started by User in Ski News, 10 Replies
Wearing a ski helmet (or any helmet in my opinion) should be a personal choice. If I want to take the risk of not wearing one, that's my choice, I don't want someone dictating what I should or shouldn't wear.

Val d'isere Started by User in France, 14 Replies
andymol2 wrote:I'm not sure following the locals always works - in French resorts I've seen a number of them paying in vouchers - presumably to allow differential pricing to fleece the tourists but keep the locals happy. Not sure if that quite fits in with EU regs. I'm surprised the political elite haven't had this post removed.

For those who are flying with B.A Started by User in Ski Chatter, 3 Replies
I'm flying BA (not my choice) out of London city so hopefully the ungrateful oppressors won't ruin my holiday. As Stewart says, I'm more worried about this countries inability to plan for, or operate after a very small amount of 'out of the ordinary' weather...

Bec Rouge, Le Lac, Tignes Started by User in France, 11 Replies
Ian Wickham wrote:Sounds a good place for a weeks skiing :lol: This is true. If you're going on a skiing holiday, in all honesty, how much time are you going to spend in your Hotel anyway?? I'm going to be staying in La Vanoise myself. It seems to have a mixed bag of reviews, but its right next to the lifts, so I'll be skiing into bed, and then skiing straight out again in the morning...

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