J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Snapzzz

Tony_H wrote:

snowb4ndit wrote:

Tony_H wrote:Red jacket. If I can find one I like.

I've already got one.

So have I. But I need a new one. Its either going to be Haglofs, North Face or Arc'Teryx

Treated myself to a Red TNF jacket last year, i love it....i wear grey trousers with it.

Maybe a new hat for me although i will be buying a helmet so the bobble will be purely for the night time.
AND
I am also now seriously considering buying my own Skis, for which i blame those on here that comment on a recent thread of mine...thanks guys for emptying my wallet.

OldAndy wrote:

Snapzzz wrote:WooHoo!!!!

Is that in Austria?
Never heard of this resort.

Actually i think it sounds more Aussie.

stevesmoothie wrote:My experience has been the shops that the TO's use tend to be very busy and I have felt that I don't get the proper advice or service. They just slap some boots on you, stand some skis next to you to see how tall you are and shout "Next!"

The last few years I've been pre-booking through Ski Set (http://www.skiset.co.uk/j2ski/). They use smaller, independent shops where you get a much better service from usually local skiers rather than British teenagers working the season.

Cheers

Steve

Yes, i have to agree even in my limited experience. Last year they just chucked some skis at me before my mouth could open an tell them the size i wanted!

WooHoo!!!!

see you there!

tropicana wrote:My partner has a studio chalet in Mgeve, if thats any help, ?

Thanks very much for the offer i am sure to remember it for future years if that is ok?
I really would like to find some high altitude ski in ski out accomodation on this occasion but Megeve is on my to do list at some point.

Hmmm thanks for all the input.

Yes, as ally suggests i did indeed mean 6 x AM lessons, not even i can get up at 6 o'clock!

I looked at seefeld a while back but decided it wasn't for me as it didn't appear to offer much for the more experienced. As i will be spending half of most days alone i planned on racking up the miles.

I am not too worried about my sis not taking to the skiing, i am sure she will as she is the active/activity type. If i am honest i am looking at resorts that I want to go to as i am paying and want to get the most out of it myself too!
Of course i would not go anywhere that would be absolutely inappropriate to the beginner....i really want to go to Zermatt or Chamonix but can wait for that.

Also i am struggling to find decent SC accom in Austria (with TO's) most seem to be hotels. I am hoping to get us separate bedrooms!

Thanks again.

I am trying to decide where to take my little sister skiing.

Next feb i have decided i HAVE to have a second week away and have asked my little sister to come along. It will be her first time skiing and to be honest for various reason we have never been really close and i see this break as a chance to get to know her a little more.
I have decided that the first week in Feb is best for us and i am now looking at resorts. I am looking for somewhere that is going to be great for me and great for her too. As a total beginner i intend to put her in ski school for 6am lessons and i will tear up the pistes alone each morning (or with any groups available) and meet with her for some fun in the afternoons.

I have currently got it down to Avoriaz or Flaine. Why? Because i just fancy those resorts myself and they look OK for her. Also the short transfer really appeal
Does anyone have any thoughts on these places, especially ?

I really want a resort thats going to give me plenty of km's as i am likely to be alone for a 50% of the time.
Also half decent apres would be a bonus as we will be away from the wives/boyfriends!


Thoughts anyone?