J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by admin

Tony_H wrote:Need to check out the stuff Admin suggested, its quality gear and at 40% off.... :shock:

Indeed... minor word of warning though; the E+O jacket sizing appears to be somewhat generous - I'm a 42" chest, but their 42 was way too big and I've gone with a 40 (which is still on the roomy side).

Next week my jacket will be mainly lurking on the slopes of Les Deux Alpes (and La Grave if I can work up enough brownie points)... courtesy of a half-price package booked on Monday night... :D :D

Noticed edge2edge have some good (up to 50%) deals on jackets for the laydeez at the moment.

Nano wrote:Im a first time skier.... isnt the heat going to cause problems/degredation of the slopes?

In short, no, you'll be fine. There's loads of snow - and snow always holds up surprisingly well when it's sunny; rain is the real killer.

Providing you don't get too much rain, you'll be experiencing "Spring Skiing" which is great for beginners and early skiers. You might need to stop for an extra coffee first thing as the pistes will be very hard until they get the sun on them or the air warms.

Once the very top of the snow has softened you'll find it easy and smooth to ski on. You might find it a bit slushy in the afternoon but it's very forgiving.

Also on the plus side... you'll likely get some sunshine and be able to sit outside the cafes/restos on the mountain... sweet. 8)

AJ wrote:By the way has anyone any info on the latest E+O range,As its the new kid on the block i dont know of anyone who has any of the gear.

They're currently offloading a load of their product at about 40% off the original price through born4sports.

Just got one of their jackets from the above. Not yet worn on active service but it looks well made with high quality zips, taped seams and all the technical details that make a functional jacket. Appears to be made by Nevica (famous for assaulting the eyes with their dayglo in the 80s)... at least that's whose name is on the box it came in!

I'll be testing it next week... 8)

Great write-up Tony - sounds like you had a blast; been a good season for you!

pavelski wrote:We had a meeting place and time just above an easy intermediate run close to heaven where the Angels meet!

Be great to get a trip report if you read this guys! :D

pavelski wrote:If Dave allows, I will post one picture of the group so that skiers will know about offer!

Of course... 8)

It really depends what you want from your skiing.

For big mileage, easier skiing go for Cervinia. For more challenge go for Zermatt.

I'd go for Zermatt but both are good ski areas with lots to offer, and both will usually have good snow in January.

The majority of European resorts will have closed by the end of April, so you need to look at the very highest like Tignes, Val Thorens, Hintertux, etc. and make a call as to what sort of skiing you want.

Tignes is open until the 10th May, not sure about the others. With the snow there has been so far this year, there should be a good base right through to the end. Expect typical Spring skiing conditions but at those altitudes there's a reasonable chance of fresh even at the end of April.

Ian Wickham wrote:But we know its not Tony as he hasn't got that silly bobble hat on :mrgreen:

Now we know why he wears it (there had to be a reason)... :shock: