J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by andyoneil

Far Queue wrote:All we need now are some gondolas to link them all up and we can start matching the euro super-ski areas. Roll on brexit! :)

Might snag a passing Russian Aircraft carrier if they are not careful....

Far Queue wrote:As you have just put up a thread about holidays to the Antartic, will you be adding that to the list? :twisted:

I think that it's fair to say that fresh powder is to be expected.....

what isn't mentioned is an upgrade to the luggage belts

When there are 2 or 3 flights together on these the whole thing disintegrates to chaos as they are jammed in one corner of the arrivals hall

I've used Evolution2 in VDI several times

Marc Pissailas (sp?) was excellent

I really applaud what she is doing to be fair

I'm a real proponent for this type of messaging: that women should embrace themselves and their bodies for who and what they are (could easily apply to men too but the world is less body conscious for men).

I commented after the Olympics that I'd far rather see role models like the hockey team, Sophie Hitchen, the rowers etc who have bodies that are inspiring for what they can do than pointless "celebs" who have stupidly spelt names.

Vonn is a class apart at what she does - I think she would score points in the men's races if given a chance. If her attitude, training, etc can inspire other women to achieve their goals then I'm all for it.

Hi Brucie

My wife and I will be in Soldeu last week in January

haven't done the Granvalira for about 15 years so interested to see how it has evolved (to be fair that was Pas with the lads so different times)

I shall no doubt be picking your brains nearer the time

of that list Tony you know that I'm a big fan of VDi/Tignes

yes it CAN be expensive but it can also be dirt cheap (you dont have to drink in Dicks) - like anywhere you CAN get ripped off and there will always be somone who tells hysterical tales of 15Euro a pint and igniore evidence from people like me and BB who have paid more like 3 in Happy Hour

the EK has a HUUUUUUGE variety of skiing so well worth a shout

I also like Verbier but (as discussed with you before I think) I though the interconnection a little poor (itinerary or cable car the only way down from Tortin I think though VSB will correct me if I'm in the wrong place in my head). I also dont like only 2 lift stations (and 2 runs back) to serve the whole town. Busy if you like to be on first lift and come down around 4pm as we do. Also Verbs CAN be expensive and make VDI look cheap (but again you can do it cheaper too)

never done selva but hear good reports of the Sella Ronda - snow concerns me though - one patchy bit makes the whole cisrcuit a non starter from what i understand. great to add a tru classic downhill on the Camel Bumps to one's ski CV though!

some dates / routes never have rewards flights available - they use some sort of complicated algorithm that they never make public