Messages posted by : Chap1978
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I have been a member on here for a couple of years and tend to only log on a few months before a planned trip so would not class myself as a regular. I have found all of the advise priceless and think its a great place. Every persons input is valuable as I think that you can take everyones advise and then adapt it to yourself. Personnally if I am interested in the subject I read the beginners and experts comments as they all add up to the bigger picture.
Its a shame if people are scared to post as they think their opinion is not valid as they are not as experienced as another member. I say whoever you are, if you have an opinion, post it as then the reader can decide what advice they take and as long as your not advising people to head into the mountain in just there pants, then there is no harm..... In brief if you didnt read all my rambling above... Dont be put off posting because your not as experienced.... everyones comments are valuable. Hope your all having a great day... |
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Its Pas De La Casa in my profile pic.....
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I went to Pas De La Casa for my first ski trip 2 years ago. A group of 6 lads and the place was great. The snow forecast was poor and there wasnt much of the white stuff but we all managed to have fun and ski where we wanted. There were 2 experienced, 2 who had done a learn to ski in a day lesson at Milton Keynes (1 being myself,) 1 who did a 1/2 day lesson at MK and one complete beginner. Everyone found they had fun and there was plenty open to keep us occupied including the black back off the mountain which I did every day (probably not the best to do a black on your first day on actual slopes but I survived). The begginer did a 2 hour 1 to 1 lesson on the first day and was then out with us every day.
The night life is great and I would say the area is suited to groups that want to have fun off the slopes as well as on. However you mention that you want a short transfer so its probably not the place for you as it takes about 4 hours by coach. Saying that its very cheap and we slept most of the way so it didnt really matter. I'm off to Sainte Foy Tarentaise this christmas / new year which will be a totally different experience and I cant wait...... |
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Hi There,
I was in your position a few years ago and scoured the internet and experienced friends for answers. I ended up buying a pair of Oakley a Frames with Persimmons Lenses (Orange tint). I found these great in most conditions and when the light was failing while on a tricky run they were invaluable. I also found it much easier to pick out the ruts and terrain in the snow in all conditions and absolutely love them. I do carry a pair of sunnies in my pack for when your sat at a bar or cafe and dont want to have to wear your goggles. I would go to a shop and try on a few pairs to see what fits you best and in my opinon you get what you pay for. My girlfriend brought a cheap single lens pair and struggled as they kept steaming up. If your budget is tight then find a pair in the shop you like and that fit well and then search for the same pair on an auction site like ebay (remember to go for double lenses though). I did that and picked mine up secondhand on ebay and got a great bargain. Good luck on your search and I hope you enjoy your trip. Chap |
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Just wanted to say that the latest moisture content over Andorra (just released) is looking very promising compared to the model released this morning. Looks like it could be good next week....
check it out for yourself http://www.wunderground.com/modelmaps/maps.asp?model=GFS&domain=EU :-) :D :-) :D :-) :D :-) :D :-) :D |
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Best to go early morning then. I went last saturday for an hour between 1 and 2 and it was ram packed. The slope had taken a bashing as well and large patches of ice were appearing after each ridge (top and halfway down). I dont know what the earliest session is during the weekend but if I was you I would be on it, especially if you want to have a hassle free time. Otherwise you queue for 5 minutes for a 10 second run........... It dint help that when I was there they had shut the bottom half of the left slope so people were cutting through and the middle slope lower section had to contend with loads of people. It may be worth a phone call to see if that will be the case when you intend to go. Saying that I still ad a great time.
Enjoy......... |
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I have been going to Xscape in Milton Keynes to get into the swing of things. They do a Fresh Trax session every Monday, Wednesday & Friday morning. You either start at 9:30, 9:45 or 10:00 and its only £29.00 for 3 hours. That includes ski and boot hire as well. Its normally good quality snow (for an indoor slope) as its newly made the night before, hence the name, Fresh Trax.
I think all of the xscapes have the same sessions. I hope this helps. |
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Admin,
What do you think is going to happen in Pas de la Casa next week. I am due to fly out on 28th. The weather systems seem to be just as confused as all of us lot on here as the forecasts are up then down every minute...... Should I make other plans or do you think it will come off. Chap1978 |
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