Fought our way, Dan and I, to Alpental. Crystal was all but closed again as 410 had so many trees down that it didn't let people get there.
We opted for Alpental. Damn crust layer under 8", and it was tracked pretty well by the time we got there, and the back wasn't open, but it was wonderful. We skied 4 runs, came down, had a picnic with smoked salmon, great jerky and Gerwertz. We are going again Friday just because it isn't like this very often. More then.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
BIG Day @ Crytal
Dan and I feel we hit it good. Alpental was inaccessible due to an I-90 closure, so no one could get there for at least 4 hours. We headed to Crystal and had a very good day. It snowed all day, at least 6" during the day, and it was in the low 20's. It blowed enough that it was filling in the tracks and then it REALLY blew and our last ride up in the Gondola was sporty. Great runs all over the south side. Right Angle was our favorite, leading down through Kelly's to the base. One down Paradise Bowl when Gate 8 opened and we were there. First ride on the Shiro's and they were Cadillac's! I'm better o these babies, at least on a day like this.
Monday, January 16, 2012
JANUARY 16: THE START OF THE DUMP.
Major League - Powder Alert
Issued at 4:46 -- Monday
by the authority vested in me by the UN International Deep Powder Commission
For Tuesday and Wednesday/Thursday
We've had some fantastic new snow last weekend, but now it's time to turn up the volume.
The snow bases are set up for ultimate powder (say what, better then epic?) Snow levels will stay low as we remain immersed in this cold air mass.
Seattle and Puget Sound lowlands will also see major snow, perhaps the biggest in 15-25 years (1996 or 1985). Tuesday night to Wednesday night 8-16" possible(Seattle) - maybe more - in the lowlands! This is a classic "overriding" situation; freezing air clings to the ground as mild and moist air floats above the dome of surface air. Until the mild air mixes down, it will be guaranteed heavy snow from sea level to the Cascades all of Tuesday and a least the first half of Wednesday for the lowlands, but continuing as snow - no rain - in the mountains. Lowlands could see rain on snow by very late Wed to Thursday - can you say big slushy mess for the commute by Thursday am? Again, the Cascades will remain with heavy snow.
There are actually two storms, with number two , the classic and biggest.
The Cascades will get 2-3 ft in the next two - three days.
Tuesday: expect 6-10" new when you get there and 4-8" while you ski, filling in your tracks. SL = sea level
Tuesday is my pick. Even though Wed will have more snow - only because it might get pretty intense on Wednesday getting there and avy control.
The main event hits Tuesday night through Thursday morning
New Wed am, when you get there: 10-15" new -- snowing all day with another 6-10" during the day - find your goggles!
SL: sea level rising to only 2000 ft late Wednesday
More new snow by Thursday morning - 6-12" SL -- 2500-3000ft
The upcoming weekend: Both Saturday and Sunday will see epic new snow dumpage with low snow levels, lowering to 1000ft, the epic continues -plan on it
Welcome back La Nina- forget everything I said, just kidding.
.....as always, I am always worried sick about you kids as i sit on my throne in the Poobah Palace
sincerely,
el grande poobaja del powderero
My first day on my new Shiro's. Report to come. Ogborn and I to conquer!
Issued at 4:46 -- Monday
by the authority vested in me by the UN International Deep Powder Commission
For Tuesday and Wednesday/Thursday
We've had some fantastic new snow last weekend, but now it's time to turn up the volume.
The snow bases are set up for ultimate powder (say what, better then epic?) Snow levels will stay low as we remain immersed in this cold air mass.
Seattle and Puget Sound lowlands will also see major snow, perhaps the biggest in 15-25 years (1996 or 1985). Tuesday night to Wednesday night 8-16" possible(Seattle) - maybe more - in the lowlands! This is a classic "overriding" situation; freezing air clings to the ground as mild and moist air floats above the dome of surface air. Until the mild air mixes down, it will be guaranteed heavy snow from sea level to the Cascades all of Tuesday and a least the first half of Wednesday for the lowlands, but continuing as snow - no rain - in the mountains. Lowlands could see rain on snow by very late Wed to Thursday - can you say big slushy mess for the commute by Thursday am? Again, the Cascades will remain with heavy snow.
There are actually two storms, with number two , the classic and biggest.
The Cascades will get 2-3 ft in the next two - three days.
Tuesday: expect 6-10" new when you get there and 4-8" while you ski, filling in your tracks. SL = sea level
Tuesday is my pick. Even though Wed will have more snow - only because it might get pretty intense on Wednesday getting there and avy control.
The main event hits Tuesday night through Thursday morning
New Wed am, when you get there: 10-15" new -- snowing all day with another 6-10" during the day - find your goggles!
SL: sea level rising to only 2000 ft late Wednesday
More new snow by Thursday morning - 6-12" SL -- 2500-3000ft
The upcoming weekend: Both Saturday and Sunday will see epic new snow dumpage with low snow levels, lowering to 1000ft, the epic continues -plan on it
Welcome back La Nina- forget everything I said, just kidding.
.....as always, I am always worried sick about you kids as i sit on my throne in the Poobah Palace
sincerely,
el grande poobaja del powderero
My first day on my new Shiro's. Report to come. Ogborn and I to conquer!
Here it comes. First BIG storm of 2011/ 12
Good Sunday @ Alpental with Dan Ogborn. it snowed all day, covering the ice that was underneath. 70" base, good skiing.
But now the real deal. Here is what Larry Shick tells us is coming. I'll be on my new Shiro's tomorrow with Dan Ogborn. Ken Dayton has hurt his back and can't even stand up right. Fiorini's in Hood River with Risa.
MAJOR LEAGUE POWDER ALERT.Issued at 4:46 -- Monday, JANUARY 16, 2012.
by the authority vested in me by the UN International Deep Powder Commission
For Tuesday and Wednesday/Thursday
We've had some fantastic new snow last weekend, but now it's time to turn up the volume.
The snow bases are set up for ultimate powder (say what, better then epic?) Snow levels will stay low as we remain immersed in this cold air mass.
Seattle and Puget Sound lowlands will also see major snow, perhaps the biggest in 15-25 years (1996 or 1985). Tuesday night to Wednesday night 8-16" possible(Seattle) - maybe more - in the lowlands! This is a classic "overriding" situation; freezing air clings to the ground as mild and moist air floats above the dome of surface air. Until the mild air mixes down, it will be guaranteed heavy snow from sea level to the Cascades all of Tuesday and a least the first half of Wednesday for the lowlands, but continuing as snow - no rain - in the mountains. Lowlands could see rain on snow by very late Wed to Thursday - can you say big slushy mess for the commute by Thursday am? Again, the Cascades will remain with heavy snow.
There are actually two storms, with number two , the classic and biggest.
The Cascades will get 2-3 ft in the next two - three days.
Tuesday: expect 6-10" new when you get there and 4-8" while you ski, filling in your tracks. SL = sea level
Tuesday is my pick. Even though Wed will have more snow - only because it might get pretty intense on Wednesday getting there and avy control.
The main event hits Tuesday night through Thursday morning
New Wed am, when you get there: 10-15" new -- snowing all day with another 6-10" during the day - find your goggles!
SL: sea level rising to only 2000 ft late Wednesday
More new snow by Thursday morning - 6-12" SL -- 2500-3000ft
The upcoming weekend: Both Saturday and Sunday will see epic new snow dumpage with low snow levels, lowering to 1000ft, the epic continues -plan on it
Welcome back La Nina- forget everything I said, just kidding.
.....as always, I am always worried sick about you kids as i sit on my throne in the Poobah Palace
sincerely,
el grande poobaja del powderero
But now the real deal. Here is what Larry Shick tells us is coming. I'll be on my new Shiro's tomorrow with Dan Ogborn. Ken Dayton has hurt his back and can't even stand up right. Fiorini's in Hood River with Risa.
MAJOR LEAGUE POWDER ALERT.Issued at 4:46 -- Monday, JANUARY 16, 2012.
by the authority vested in me by the UN International Deep Powder Commission
For Tuesday and Wednesday/Thursday
We've had some fantastic new snow last weekend, but now it's time to turn up the volume.
The snow bases are set up for ultimate powder (say what, better then epic?) Snow levels will stay low as we remain immersed in this cold air mass.
Seattle and Puget Sound lowlands will also see major snow, perhaps the biggest in 15-25 years (1996 or 1985). Tuesday night to Wednesday night 8-16" possible(Seattle) - maybe more - in the lowlands! This is a classic "overriding" situation; freezing air clings to the ground as mild and moist air floats above the dome of surface air. Until the mild air mixes down, it will be guaranteed heavy snow from sea level to the Cascades all of Tuesday and a least the first half of Wednesday for the lowlands, but continuing as snow - no rain - in the mountains. Lowlands could see rain on snow by very late Wed to Thursday - can you say big slushy mess for the commute by Thursday am? Again, the Cascades will remain with heavy snow.
There are actually two storms, with number two , the classic and biggest.
The Cascades will get 2-3 ft in the next two - three days.
Tuesday: expect 6-10" new when you get there and 4-8" while you ski, filling in your tracks. SL = sea level
Tuesday is my pick. Even though Wed will have more snow - only because it might get pretty intense on Wednesday getting there and avy control.
The main event hits Tuesday night through Thursday morning
New Wed am, when you get there: 10-15" new -- snowing all day with another 6-10" during the day - find your goggles!
SL: sea level rising to only 2000 ft late Wednesday
More new snow by Thursday morning - 6-12" SL -- 2500-3000ft
The upcoming weekend: Both Saturday and Sunday will see epic new snow dumpage with low snow levels, lowering to 1000ft, the epic continues -plan on it
Welcome back La Nina- forget everything I said, just kidding.
.....as always, I am always worried sick about you kids as i sit on my throne in the Poobah Palace
sincerely,
el grande poobaja del powderero
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