J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by bandit

We were discussing the fact that we've never seen so many folks digging for skis in all the years we have skied, as on this trip. Maybe we need a passive reflector for skis. Like a Recco, but the user could follow a reflection of the signal for their own kit.

ise wrote:

bandit wrote:

If you want powder traces, these folks sell them...

http://www.snowandrock.com/Department/Gifts+Gadgets/Ski/Powder+Trace+S+R0089.htm

I have some of those but they have "snow and rock" written on them, not a good look :D

You are such a label snob :lol: )

Elanboy385, contact your dealer, they should be able to get replacements, and refit them.

RoseR wrote:I should have been off to Seefeld yesterday, but Hubby has a new job, starting Monday. So thought it best that he takes it. So Son has benefitted for his first ever Winter hol. Hope he appreciates it. So may-be try and get away in a couple of months time. Still sulking. :cry:

Oooh, poor Rose :shock: ........You are a very supportive partner, and you have earned big points for your sacrifice )

I would have gone without him!

It's a great snow season, and there is loads of time left, so don't sulk, plan :D

Brucie wrote:Heading ski-ing next week and forecast is for a full week of the white stuff!! :D

Can anyone tell me if they know of any suppliers in Britain where I could source powder leashes for skis?

If you want powder leashes, these folks sell them..

http://shop.backcountryuk.com/fritschi-powder-leash-105-p.asp

If you want powder traces, these folks sell them...

http://www.snowandrock.com/Department/Gifts+Gadgets/Ski/Powder+Trace+S+R0089.htm

kali3 seems to be visiting lots of skiers forums right now )

Brucie wrote:Sorry I spoke! I pack my ski bag and boot bag and thats it. Saves worrying about my suitcase being stolen.

And on the theft issue. Is there not a lot of scaremongering going on here. I have been ski-ing abroad for a number of years and none of the parties I have been with have ever had an item stolen.

Maybe its an English thing?

You could be right. Heard this little exchange after the bus ride to Zinal today. Slightly off topic, but it does show just how easy it is.....

The Scene...

English man goes to rack on the back of the postbus picks up a pair of skis and walks over to English woman waiting with poles....

"Are these your skis dear?"......

She replies.....

"Mine are white and very light".....

It was a white (ish) pair

Maybe they are still there trying to decide, didn't see them on the hill.

For asking a poster to clarify (or not) that they went off piste when the avvy warning was at 5/5 I get a 1 star.

What is wrong with with the posters on this forum?

Since folks here clearly think that mountain safety is for tossers, can't see me bothering much FNO.