Messages posted by : clarkysteph
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Thanks for posting the pictures Snapzzz. We're off to Arinsal on the 30th Jan. We went to the same resort last year for our first skiing trip. I bottled the reds last year but i'm hoping to tackle a few this time!
Nice nose punch by the way! |
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God no! not jeans! You'll need to invest in a couple of sets of base layers. These are like long johns but a sort of nylon material, the top is the same material and usually very fitted. If you wear anything cotton when you sweat it gets wet and doesn't dry which means you get cold. 2 sets is enough for a week as you can wash them out and they dry quickly overnight.On top of that you'll need ski socks and 1 or 2 micro fleeces to wear under a ski jacket. Oh and a hat and ski gloves of course. Hope this helps you.
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I think a chipped swatch is the credit card style lift passes? I might be wrong though!
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I would agree with Tony on the TK Maxx thing. We had our first ski hol last year and got quite a bit of good quality gear from there. They might have some bits left now but they start getting new ski stock from about September onwards so keep your eye out for bargains. As we totally caught the ski bug after our first trip we've invested in a few more quality items for our trip this year. You can build up your kit as you go along.
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Good idea! The stop start bit of ski school can be a pain without the wind. Hopefully my feet will be more comfortable this year as i have my own boots now. Every time i stopped on the slopes last year my toes went tingly and hurt. ouch painful memories!
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Indeed. Note to self........... don't forget the goggles and buff!
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The mountain looks great! Apart from the wind! We go to Arinsal a week on saturday and can't wait! I had my first ski holiday there last year so we're raring to go! Who was your instructor was it Yonni?
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I have just got my own ski boots for xmas and I got them from reynolds outdoor centre in Sunderland. The guys in there are experienced skiers and really know what they are talking about. They're very patient as well and i tried on at least 6 pairs of boots before i found one i was happy with. I also went to snow and rock in the metrocentre and wasn't impressed at all, I found them very arrogant. Hope this helps.
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