Sunday River In Maine has been able to open pre Halloween for the last several years.
Seems strange riding a chair lift as the leafs are still on the tree's. After all it's still Fall Foliage season in the area
After a dry spell snow has arrived in the mountains of Maine. Sugarloaf USA recieved 12 inches of the white stuff. Along with snow making the mountain was ready to open.
There was quite a crew of hardcore Sugarloafers hitting the slopes November 29, 2009 even if it was pretty rugged. The guns were running on Upper mountain for most of the day but due to warming temperatures won't be back in action until after 8 at night. The mountain will be open for expert skiers with several more openings including King's Landing, Candyside, Scoot, Windrow and Glancer. Tickets are $25. An Opening Day video is on its way so stay tuned!
The extended forecast looks good for continued snowmaking straight through the week, so expect conditions to improve and terrain to expand.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Alpine Ski Bindings
Units: About 10,000
Importer: Salomon USA, of Ogden, Utah
Manufacturer: Salomon SAS, of France
Hazard: The toe component of the ski bindings could fail to fully secure the ski boot to the ski binding, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This could cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received two reports of injuries, including a broken leg and a knee injury.
Description: This recall involves the Salomon alpine ski bindings with models LZ 7, LZ 8, LZ 9, LZ 7 SR, LZ 8 SR, LZ 8 SC, and J LZ 9 and the Atomic ski bindings with model Evox 2.8, Evox 2.8+, Evox 2.8++, and FFG 8. “Salomon” or “Atomic” and the respective model number are displayed on the ski bindings. The toe components bear a production date code ending in “8” that can be found on the center plate where the toe of a ski boot contacts the toe component of the bindings.
Sold at: Authorized Salomon USA and Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from September 2008 through October 2009 for between $90 and $160.
Manufactured in: Romania
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these ski bindings immediately and return the Salomon-brand ski bindings to any authorized Salomon ski dealer, or return the Atomic-brand ski bindings to any authorized Atomic ski dealer, for a free inspection and replacement of the toe component.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 789-5111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday; email qualityinfo.usa@salomon-sports.com, or visit the firm’s Web sites at www.salomon.com or www.atomicsnow.com
When advanced groomer burning guys get tempted by the backcountry they'll be glad they're riding the Nordica Hot Rod Afterburner Ski System Wider underfoot the Afterburner floats in deep snow but also has the aggressive construction of the frontside skis for great speed and edge control right off of the lift Dimensions 126 84 112 Light and responsive wood core UHMW sintered graphite base is extra fast XBi balance system helps counter forward and backward balance mistakes for more precise turns Full Twin V Active construction integrates XBi directly into the ski Light aluminum chrome topsheet Binding N PRO 2S maximizes boot to ski energy transfer with Twin Cam heel for soft entry Din Setting Range 3 5 12
This ski was super hot in 2009. There are still plenty 2009 models at big discounts now. If you need new skis and are on a budget this ski would be one to consider.
There once was a day when Killington in Vermont was the Ski Resort to watch for the start of ski season in New England. That's all change over the last few seasons.
This season and for the last several seasons Sunday River in Main has been the one to watch. SR was open on Halloween last season. They have demolished that record.
Starting October 14, 09 Sunday River Officially opened for the ski and snowboard season.
What a adventure this can be. Combine your annual trip north for leaf peeping with skiing. Snow is in the forecast on the east coast for the next several days.
Check out this skier going through the snow making cloud opening day at Sunday River.
By far the most up to date Ski Vacation Resort in New England. Sunday River is located in Bethel Maine just west of the New Hampshire border. This Ski Resort has been upgrading it facilities for the past several years. The resort has a elevation of 3140 feet with a vertical drop of 2340 feet across. 9 mountain peaks. Read more about Sunday River Resort
There use to be a race for first to open in New England. A couple years after Boyne Resort purchased Sunday River the resort has been first every year. These folks certainly know how to run a resort.
Sunday River fired up the snow guns early September 26, 2009. They should be open for skiing on Halloween.
The only people thinking about skiing in August are skiers and snowboarders. Becoming a ski bum is a dream for most but it can be very rewarding. And let me tell you it is some kind of FUN! Speaking from experience I have a some hint and advice for first time ski bumming folks.
First thing you need to do is make the decision to pack up and go. Its much easier once you understand everything including the pitfalls.
How much money do you need to be a ski bum is probably the most important question. You will need money wherever you go. Resorts cost lots of cash to survive in. Ski resorts are just like any tourists destination once you learn your way around you find the best places to eat, sleep etc.
You need money to get by the first month to two months upon arrival at a ski town. Work at ski resorts does not usually start until late November. The consequence of this is you will need to arrive 4 to 6 weeks prior to find a job. Also remember that when the economy is down local people apply for the resort jobs too. In short you should have as much money as possible. Just a estimate of my experiances 4K is a good start if you want to be comfortable. I have seen younger ski bums arrive with much less though.
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Looking for a ski job? well its that time of year to apply for your job. Every Year Vail Resorts has recruiting event across the country.
This year Vail will be in Washington DC Sept 2, 2009, Ann Arbor Michigan September 7, 2009, Columbus Ohio September 4, 2009, Denver CO Sept 15 and 16th 2009, Atlanta GA Sept 17, 2009, Boston October 1, 2009,
You can confirm the dates at SKIJOB1.COM. Vail requires all employees wear a Ski Helmet when working on the Mountain. First in the USA as far as we know.
Spending a ski season working for Vail Resorts is a blast. Ski and Play all day everyday. Sure you need to work too, but getting a free ski pass to the best ski resorts in the country and making news friends is reason enough.
