J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Ian Wickham

amanda n wrote:blimey go away for a weekand everyone forgets me lol :lol:

Sorry, Who are you :mrgreen:

caron-a wrote:In Les Arcs my eldest lost control and so mr a and my youngest followed him down to sort him out. Unfortunately, this is when I had my accident and they were 100m or so ahead of me. It was a bad fall, I was sliding on my back, head first down the slope for what seemed like forever, trying to stop myself with my poles.

From the time of the fall to when I managed to get on my feet must've been about 5 mins and only one person stopped to ask if I was ok. Bearing in mind it was 30th December and, therefore, rather busy, I think it's quite disappointing.

I think Caron disappointing is an understatement, I think it more of a disgrace, but I do think it reflects society today unfortunately :cry: :cry:

Every time I go skiing it never fails to amaze the lack of etiquette people show on the slopes perhaps it is something that should be taught as part of ski school :cry:

Piste-Rules

The FIS piste rules at a glance. For greater safety and greater winter sports pleasure.

Consideration for others
Skiers and snowboarders must constantly behave in a manner, which can neither endanger or injure others.

Control of speed and style
Skiers and snowboarders must adjust their speed and style to their abilities, the terrain and the weather conditions.

Choice of line
Skiers and snowboarders coming from behind must select a line, which does not endanger those in front.

Overtaking
Overtaking is allowed from above or below and from right or left, but must always be at a distance which allows full freedom of movement to the person being overtaken.

Obligations of the lower or traversing skier or snowboarder
Those skiers or snowboarders wishing to enter the run, or cross the piste, must ensure that this is possible without endangering themselves or others, by checking both above and below. The same applies after every stop.

Stopping on the slopes
Skiers and snowboarders must avoid non-emergency stops at narrow or blind spots on a run. Fallers must clear such spots as quickly as possible.

Ascents
Ascending skiers and snowboarders must keep to the edge of the run and leave in bad visibility. The same applies to those ascending on foot.

Observing the signs
Skiers and snowboarders must observe the markings and signs on the slopes.

Behaviour in the case of accidents
All skiers and snowboarders are obliged to help in the case of an accident.

Obligatory identification in the case of accidents/Accident reporting
All persons, whether witnesses or those involved, whether responsible or not, must identify themselves in the case of an accident.

When reporting an accident, prepare answers to the following questions:

Who is reporting the accident?
Where did the accident happen and from where is it being reported?
What has happened and when? Short description, number of persons injured, type of injury
Can a helicopter land and where?
What is the weather like in the accident area ? Bright or cloudy, cloud height, wind direction and strength, visibility in metres, snow type, ...
» www.fis-ski.com

I really wonder if all you guy's could really get on for a whole week together, without back biting, disagreements and just plain not liking each other, I think it's a job for J2ski Big brother :mrgreen:

IceGhost wrote:I'm off to my new home and job in June in, where else? Tirol, which will include ridiculous amounts of free drunken ski enjoyment. :P :-) :-)

Where are you off to in the Tirol and what job have you managed to get ? 8)

bald-eagleman wrote:Just managed to book an Easter deal to Italy for £500 all in. Includes full board in 3 star hotel, skis, lessons, passes and travel. Thats the good bits, downside is travel by coach from Dover to Passo Tonale so there will be a few School kids there!!. Dates 3rd - 11th april. If anyone is interested I understand there are spaces still available....Pm me for contact and details

Cheers

I don't know if you have followed any of my threads re Passo Tonale if your experience is any more than a second year skier you may find it limited :cry:

Tony_H wrote:Yeah, its just trolley dollys even with BA now. But still a lot better in terms of overall service as far as short haul airlines go methinks.
Look forward to some pics and possibly a movie?

I'm just about to download the movie, need to edit and hopefully on public show this weekend :roll:

caron-a wrote:

Tony_H wrote:
Caron-a to do the cooking

am I allowed to ski?

No :shock: