J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Ian Wickham

RobG wrote:Had my first ski trip last year in Igls, would have gone back but problems with the ski bus made me look at other places in Austria. After reading all the positive feedback on Niederau here, I was close to booking, untill I looked at Filzmoos. Again very positive feedback here for this resort. Filzmoos does seem to look quieter, not so busy. I may be wrong! but it's booked now.

Have a great time :D

I have used both when I first started driving to the alps I used the Magnetic ski rack and they are very very good, in fact I still have it, the only reason I do not use it any more is I have now brought a roof box where can store a lot more gear. If you plan to drive every year then I would think about the ski box, click on the link below as I brought the box from these guys and they delivered a good price and customer service. Hope that helps. :lol:

http://www.skidrive.co.uk

Why people go back year after year to the same resort is not always about skiing, it's about being known in
resort, building friendships and experiencing a home away from home, I will visit sometime maybe 2010 and I will be then able to give an unbiased opinion warts and all.

tino_11 wrote:

Ian Wickham wrote:
tino, I think it comes under the banner of " due care and attention " enhancing senses really applies to the permanent loss of a sense. I just shudder with the thought of half term crowded pistes it could be carnage.

I see no difference either between someone wearing an iPod and someone having a couple of beers or schnapps at lunchtime, both impair your senses to some degree, both are allowed. We cant reduce the risk of something until it is no longer fun, then the risk wouldn't be worth taking.

I think you will find that maybe 20% or more of people already ski with music on. (this is just personal observation)

I take your point tino, but again it is a trend and in the hands of the in experienced is a recipe for disaster, I really do not want to sound dramatic but how long will it be before we here of accidents. I think we have to agree to disagree on this one. :roll:

tino_11 wrote:This is an interesting topic now. I ride with an iPod about 60% of the time, although only in clear conditions, I feel the loss of sight and sound a bit unnerving.

I have to agree with Ise 100% on this. Infact I would almost say (I repeat ALMOST) that it may even enhance the safety of some. In the FIS ski rules it says nothing about listening for people advancing. This for reasons already pointed out is somewhat futile. It is all about observation with the eyes and knowing your own ability.

Some may even say that cutting off one of the senses enhances the others to compensate. I must admit to feeling more focused when listening to music, I seem to ride smoother, but hey this may just be a perception.

I fail to see the difference between an Ipod and a helmet however when it comes to muffling sound.

Just be carefull of the piste bashers )

tino, I think it comes under the banner of " due care and attention " enhancing senses really applies to the permanent loss of a sense. I just shudder with the thought of half term crowded pistes it could be carnage.

I tried to search it for you without any luck, so your answer is NO. :wink:

Jan I Stenmark wrote:Me either :roll: I'm even offering to pay for the flights ...

Jan, Great publicity for the resort. :mrgreen:

Livigno is pretty good for the beginner, good night life, cheaper prices and friendly locals. I still go back in the summer not skied there for a while though.
The valley runs east to west so the valley pretty much gets the sun all day, which allows for long days even in January, the resort is 1800m high so has a pretty good snow record, the sun will just soften the snow a tad.

Who's NOT going to Niederau this season ? Started by User in Ski Chatter, 28 Replies
Why people go back year after year to the same resort is not always about skiing, it's about being known in resort, building friendships and experiencing a home away from home, I will visit sometime maybe 2010 and I will be then able to give an unbiased opinion warts and all.

Kids Helmets Compulsory? Started by User in Ski Chatter, 13 Replies
I tried to search it for you without any luck, so your answer is NO. :wink:

Anyone fancy a job In Niederau? Includes pay :-) Started by User in Ski Chatter, 64 Replies
Jan I Stenmark wrote:Me either :roll: I'm even offering to pay for the flights ... Jan, Great publicity for the resort. :mrgreen:

Hooked but still wearin "L" Plates Started by User in Beginning Skiing, 8 Replies
Livigno is pretty good for the beginner, good night life, cheaper prices and friendly locals. I still go back in the summer not skied there for a while though. The valley runs east to west so the valley pretty much gets the sun all day, which allows for long days even in January, the resort is 1800m high so has a pretty good snow record, the sun will just soften the snow a tad.

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