Click this link for details:

http://www.skidaddlers.com/BI07.jpg

I want you to think of the carved turn as a fluid continuous flowing
motion. A motion created by you that pushes down onto the skis, takes
you around the turn, and ends the turn with you standing up. That is
it, the basic carved turn! Think of the down part, or initial phase
of a turn as using your knees to compress two strong springs that are
hooked to your knees and extend out to the front of your skis
(fig.1). The compressing action loads your skis with energy as you
push them against the snow. The secret here is to keep driving your
ankles forward and pointing your knees (in the turn direction)
throughout the entire turn. This will keep the front of your ski in
contact with the snow and up on edge, allowing you to stay in
control, avoiding the proverbial back seat. At the end of the turn
use the energy you have created to rebound up (to stand up) and
unload your skis.

With no pressure on your skis, it is easy to begin the next turn by
again driving your ankles forward and pointing your knees in the
direction of the new turn, all the while keeping the pressure on the
front of those skis. So, let us review; continuous pressure on the
ski throughout the turn and no pressure on the ski in-between turns.
Here is a tip for success:



Tip for Success: Always exaggerate this up and down motion when
practicing on an easy groomed slope. To do this, imagine you are
skiing under a bar. As you come out of the turn stand up and the bar
will be just above your head. When you go down into the next turn the
bar is now 10 inches shorter and you must duck under it by flexing
your ankles forward to bend your knees and reduce your overall
height. Do not bend forward at the waist and keep your knees pointing
in the direction you want to turn. Be sure to compress those
imaginary springs throughout the entire turn and do not let your rear-
end drop behind your heels. BE PATIENT

Thank's to the Weekend Warrior's Newsletter of May 2007

1. By 1936, there were four ski lifts in the U.S. and the idea of
having a Ski Patrol was developing.

2. In the winter of 1939, the President of the National Ski
Association announced there were now one million skiers in the U.S.

3. The Tenth Mountain Division (soldiers on skis that went into the
mountains of Europe) became the most decorated American Military
Division in the Second World War. It was 1945. These brave soldiers
would later play a major role in the development of American Ski
Resorts, particularly in Colorado.

4. In 1947, Howard Head began the development of the first metal ski.
Within a few short years, this would lead to a ski with torsional
rigidity, yet easy flex, allowing a person to get the ski completely
on edge for the first time. The arc was born and turning a ski was
now a much more efficient process.

5. In 1957, Bob Lange skied in his first pair of plastic boots,
forever changing the industry.

Thank's to the Weekend Warrior's Newsletter of May 2007

Check it out at pueblobonitosunsetbeach.com! 2 bedroom Presidential
Suite, sleeps 8, 2/15/08 to 2/22/08, $3,300.  Call Rick at 516-931-4803
(10% discount for Skidaddlers)

Click this link to hear the WCBS 880 report:

http://podcast.wcbs880.com/wcbs/439512.mp3

To check out how well any Western U.S. resort did and why click this
link:

http://www.skiareacitizens.com/

All U.S. ski resorts from the Rockies to California are included.

Click the link below to hear the report:

http://podcast.wcbs880.com/wcbs/304254.mp3

I have 1 Kilington voucher good through the end of the 2007 season.  The
club is sold out and we won't be getting any more this year.  Fist $48
takes it!

Contact me offline if interested.

Richard

<< FYI >>

... a post that members may be interested in.

"I have a week of time share beginning on March 25th, 2007 at Whiski
Jack Resort located in Whistler, BC, Canada. My husband and I are
unable to utilize the trip, I need knee surgery. I could provide all
details about the resort if someone is interested. The unit is located
right in the heart of Whistler Village. It is suitable for 2 persons.
We would only be intereste in re-couping the exchange and maintenance
fees for the week that add up to $650.

Please advise. Thank you.
Pamela A. Green 631-902-6497"

On our club's trip to Whistler, which ended yesterday, a Whistler
Mountain Tour Guide mentioned that the proposed "Peak to Peak" Gondola
which will directly connect Whistler's Roundhouse with Blackcomb's
Rendezvous is tied to the Earth's Global Warming. Whistler Blackcomb
executives have decided that in future years the lack of snowcover on
the lower parts of both mountains will force skiers to download on the
current gondolas instead of skiing to the bottom if they choose to
switch mountains. Another fact mentioned is that insurance companies
will either not insure or charge exorbitantly high premiums on ski
resorts at elevations under 1,500 meters, which includes Whistler.

    To read about the first ever scientific study on the effect of
Global Warming on Park City Mountain Resort the Snow Sports Industry
click this:
http://www.skiutah.com/media/press_room/release/902

Print this on your home computer and bring the printout on your ski
trip.

Our new Yahoo! group forum gives our SuffolkSkidaddlers group the
opportunity to share Digital photos of the ski trips we're on before
we even get back home. On your next trip be sure to pack your Digital
Camera and USB cable connector.

After you get those shots of someone crashing through the endless
powder, sneaking past those trees or on a steep descent in the back
bowls, get to the nearest computer and send those photos to this
group, then everyone back home can see what they're missing. Here's
how it's done:

1)  With your camera OFF, connect the computer and your camera with
the USB cable.
2)  In Windows, click Start, then Run, then open:
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/SuffolkSkidaddlers/
3)  Sign In with your Yahoo! ID and Password.
4)  At the upper left click Photos, then click the album icon (not
the checkbox) 2006/07 Ski Trips.
5)  Turn your camera ON. when the 'Welcome to the Scanner and Camera
Wizard' appears, click Cancel.
6)  Click Browse (for each of the 5 photos).
7)  At the top of the "Choose file" dialog box, click the down arrow
in the box next to "Look in:". Under "My Computer" click (the make
and model of your camera)
8)  Click the icon of the photo you want to add. Name the photo.
9)  If you haven't clicked on 5 photos and you still have more to add
go back to step 6.
10) If your done adding photos click "Add Now"

These tips come from a group of skiers that are masters in their
chosen area. They are instructors, competitors, coaches, and
champions. Believe them, and you will shorten your learning curve.


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1. When skiing the glades, focus your attention on the gaps between
the trees, not the trees you're skiing around and between. By
concentrating on the open areas, you look ahead and find the clean
line through the maze. Eyes lead our bodies, and where they go, we
follow.

Stuart Andrews, coach and freestyle competitor


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2. Mogul fields are a series of large troughs and bumps. Too often
the skier looks for a path or line that consists of going from one
trough or "hole" to the next. Next time, think of looking for the
surface area of the mogul that gives you the smoothest place to
complete a quick short turn. It can be on the front side, or back of
the bump; and is often the opposite of the trough. Each turn is
different so it will take a lot of practice applying the correct
amount of pressure to the skis for each turn on each surface. By
doing this you can direct your skis and control where you turn. So
next time look down the hill and stay out of the holes!

Bill Campbell, American Pro Skiing Grand Prix Champion


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3. Believe it: Everyone has bad days, and to break out of a bad day
go back to the basics. Tell yourself to reach for the tip of your ski
or the top of the mogul by flicking your pole plant to start or
initiate your turn, and apply more pressure to the downhill ski.

Joey Cordeau, world mogul champion


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4. If Robert Frost were alive today, he might advise skiers to choose
the line less traveled, especially on powder days. Even at Steamboat
Springs, one of the premier powder/tree skiing areas in the world
with an abundance of expert skiers and riders, I'm amazed how much
untracked snow can be found by being a little creative. For example,
if you choose a line that is at a somewhat different angle to the
obvious one that most people take, instead of constantly turning
through the tracks of other skiers and riders, you barely notice
their tracks as you cross them once and forget them. I've always
chosen the line less skied, and it has made all the
difference.

Todd Kelly, ski instructor


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5. Don't be lazy with your hands. Although it may seem unnatural to
continuously hold your hands high and in front of you (roughly chest
level), it will allow you to keep a quiet upper body while
maintaining a forward and balanced position during the turn. If your
hands are in this position and your arms are relaxed with a slight
bend; you are now in the driver's seat. Grab the steering wheel with
elbows out and your palms facing each other, and ski great!

Mark Kraley, ski instructor


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6. Most people are locked up below the fall line; never learning to
ski both above and below it in a single turn. Whether you are
accelerating or decelerating, you need to learn to do it above the
fall line. To do this, you make the first half of your turn skiing
into the fall line and the second half of your turn skiing away from
the fall line. You must learn to put pressure on the new carving edge
above the fall line, and carry it all the way through the complete
turn. When you do this correctly it will result in a round carved
turn, with you dictating your speed and rhythm. (Authors' note: This
is probably the single most important point made about carving turns,
but because it is a difficult concept to grasp please see "A Weekend
Warrior's Guide to Expert Skiing", chapter 12 pages 88-90, for a
complete explanation of skiing above and below the fall line.)

Dan Kurdy, racer, mogul competitor, film star


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7. When asked by the author to contribute a skiing tip for this book,
different ideas came to mind. Should I talk about keeping your hands
up, ankle and knee flex, angulation, or staying centered on your
skis? Then it came to me. None of it is going to help you if you're
not physically strong enough to execute the drills or skiing
techniques taught in these pages. I'm not trying to say you need to
become a gym rat, but you need to be in decent shape. Skiing is a
power sport and runs don't last that long.

             You need to be explosive in order to hit the moguls hard
and not be knocked down, throw your skis out to the side and make a
turn, or to set a hard edge to get over a patch of ice. You must be
enough of an athlete to control your body as well as your equipment.
So, by all means read and learn from this book.  Just get off the
couch and get yourself in skiing condition before you hit the
mountain. It will make your skiing experience more rewarding and more
importantly help prevent injury.

John Zuck, freestyle team director, mogul competitor

  "Tips from the Experts" is a reprint from:
  A Weekend Warrior's Guide to Expert Skiing

If you don't mind packing for your ski vacation a few days early and
spending some more hard earned cash, you can have your skis, boots and
luggage sent directly to the ski resort and avoid the numerous hassles
of getting all your bags from your home to the resort and back again by
checking out the following links:

http://www.luggageforward.com/
http://www.luggageconcierge.com/
http://www.luggagefree.com/
http://www.baggagedirect.com/
http://www.fedex.com/

per Peter Greenberg's Travel Minute on WCBS Newsradio 88.

PS: Please post the quality of service if you use any of the above.

hi everyone

while NOT skiing this past warm, rainy weekend at Stowe, i explored
the town (of course) and found a shop that was selling jewelry

BUT all the proceeds from a specific display were going towards the
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - this particular jewelry was
donated by many people who cleaned out their drawers and found rings,
necklaces, bracelets, etc that they didnt wear anymore

i felt this was an easy way to support a good cause and went through
all my jewelry as soon as i got home - then i thought, why not offer
this opportunity to my friends so they, too, could put their old
jewelry to good use

so, if you'd like to donate anything, please let me know and i'll
figure out a way to get it from you during the next few weeks - this
way i can send one big package that will help make a difference

thanks,

annE gruber
SkierAnne@...

STOWE #1 - SNOW - SKIING - TRIP REPORT

Those who ventured out early (9AM) to ski Stowe Mountain on Saturday Jan 6, 2007 were greeted by rain (heavy at times). After a few hands of "Uno" in the lodge (10AM) the rain was over and we set out to ski the limited open Mansfield - Spruce Mtn terrain. Sunny skis prevailed until 2PM when rain returned again. Nice spring-like skiing conditions with mild temperatures (45degF at summit) on most trails. No crowds. Technical "bare spots" on some trails to keep things interesting.

Sunday Jan 08, 2007 cooler weather returned and snow-making returned to the summit trails. Nice snow conditions were found by those who dodged the snow guns. Warmer temps near the base provided a varieties of conditions on each run.

• Après Ski Party and dinner Saturday Night @ Town & Country Resort were big hits.
• Live Music and Dancing at the Rusty Nail was reported as "a lot of fun"
•  Entertainment on the bus ranged from Redneck Humor, Hot Dog Skiing, Barry Manilow, Abbott and Costello, Chris Farley on SNL
• The Un-usual: Bus trip up was delayed by one late arriving person (Hint: if your going to be late, it helps to have lots of friends on the bus), a stuffed cat was lost and later found, football game scores could impacted departure (subject to change), use caution in your selection of desserts please.

Many Kudos to Bill P (TL) for all his efforts to making it a Great T

!

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FIRST-EVER SCIENTIFIC STUDY ON THE EFFECTS OF GLOBAL WARMING ON PARK
CITY MOUNTAIN RESORT AND THE SNOW SPORTS INDUSTRY

Park City, Utah (January 2, 2006) - Powdr Corporation, Park City
Mountain Resort, and KPCW radio proudly present the first-ever
comprehensive scientific study of global warming's potential effect
on Park City Mountain Resort and the Utah snow sports industry. The
results of the $60,000 study will be presented at a town hall meeting
at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 9th at the Eccles Center for the
Performing Arts in Park City, Utah.

Modeled after a similar study commissioned by Aspen, Colorado,
Scientists at Stratus Consulting and the Institute of Arctic and
Alpine Research at the University of Colorado, Boulder, have
projected what the snow pack will look like at Park City Mountain
Resort in the years 2030,
2075 and beyond.

"I was shocked when I heard the results of this study for the first
time," said John Cumming, CEO of Powdr Corp. "Bottom line, if global
warming continues at its current rate, it will mean the end of snow
sports and our business as we know it. However, as the study shows,
there is still a window of opportunity for all of us to help save our
snow, but we - and our political leaders - need to take decisive
action now."

The program will commence with singer/song-writer, Kathy Mattea's
climate change presentation, based on Al Gore's hit film, An
Inconvenient Truth." Mattea was one of 50 well-known entertainers
trained by the former vice-president to speak about scientists'
findings on global warming.

Following Mattea's presentation, Brian Lazar from Stratus Consulting,
will present the results of the study, which project what wintertime
temperatures will look like month-by-month at Park City Mountain
Resort during the rest of this century. Lazar bases his conclusions
on seven different models of greenhouse gas emissions developed by
the United Nation's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

To continue the program, snow modeling expert Mark Williams will show
what the various temperature scenarios developed by Lazar will mean
for the snowpack at Park City Mountain Resort. His findings are based
on historical data from the Resort, the NationalWeather Service's
SNOTEL site at 9,000 feet. Photos taken by Landsat Satallites were
also used to determine snow coverage at the Resort.

The program will conclude with a presentation by the head of Aspen's
City Department of Climate Change about what their town is doing to
reduce its carbon footprint. In addition, representatives from the
three area resorts, Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley and The
Canyons, will participate in a panel discussion to communicate their
plans to help stop the effects of global warming.

Key funding for Save Our Snow was provided by Park City Mountain
Resort, Powdr Corporation and KPCW radio. Additional funding was
provided by Deer Valley, The Canyons and the Summit County
Recreation, Parks and Arts Tax.

http://www.skiutah.com/media/press_room/release/902

multi-day lift tickets available for this ski season - best offer -
contact SkierAnne@...

The Skidaddlers who signed up for the free demo of the Slope Tracker
on Wayne's Winter Park trip last year were amazed that satelites in
space could keep track of all the trails, your speed, distance, how
steep, the time of day, your skill score and much more. The in color
trail map with your trail and lift numbered in the order skied or
ridden was a souvenir that had to be seen to be believed.
This year Slope Tracker will be on sale on our Park City trip, which
Wayne is running. Look for it at the Kiosk on the Main Plaza (at the
bottom of the Payday Lift). I'll be using it every day I'm skiing Park
City.

For a demo of how it works, the trail map and the stats you'll
receive, click this: http://www.slopetracker.com/ma.html

There is a great new ski tool to add to your arsenal; A Weekend
Warriors Guide to Expert Skiing. This innovative book is written to
get skiers out of the intermediate rut. But, it should by no means
be limited to experienced skiers, as anyone from beginner to expert
can benefit from this book. Yes, it is that unique!
    You can easily learn the fundamentals of basic and advanced ski
technique using our new SITS method of ski instruction. The book
includes over 100 illustrations, photos, and step-by-step procedures
that explain skiing skiing in a way that quickly converts to action
on the slopes.
   There is no other ski instructional book on the market like this
one.  Not only does it use a fresh new approach to teaching skiing,
but it goes beyond just instruction and gives you information on
skiing Europe, choosing the right equipment, dealing with the skier
inside you, staying motivated, setting goals for improvement, and
even tuning your skis in just five minutes. In addition, the secrets
of the pros are revealed in a special Tips of the Experts chapter.
    This is the first user-friendly guide that helps you move away
from being a "Prisoner of the Groomed" almost overnight.
    Click this: http://www.weekendwarriorsguide.com/
and while you're at our website enjoy the free ski tips, join the
skier's blog, ask the expert a question, and perusethe photo gallery.
    The book will also be available at select REI stores and most
bookstores soon.
    From the Met Council December newsletter.

- - - JOIN THE SKI CUB AND GET THESE DISCOUNTS!!! - - -
Join @ http://www.skidaddlers.com/join.html


Killington
Friday & Saturday - December 8 & 9, 2006 @ $30 per day or $55 for two
day ticket
Friday - March 30, 2007 @ $30
Friday April 6, 2007 @ $25


Pico
Sunday January 21 @ $25
Sunday March 18 @ $25


Belleayre
Lift Tickets $15
Dec. 15, 2006, Jan. 12th, Feb. 16,
March 9th & Ap ril 13th


Ascutney Mountain Resort
Met NY Appreciation Weekend
Feb. 3 & 4. Ski for $28 daily


Ski Windham
Ski Club Appreciation Day, March 4th 2007. Ski for $42
Includes Lift ticket, 2 NASTAR
runs, and pizza party


Plattekill Mountain
MNYSC appreciation day on 1/28/07 with $25 tickets
($21 SAVINGS) for all council members.
and "Winter Festival" week
here too along with Belleayre
Mtn with $10 tickets 1/22-1/26.
Ski for $8 OFF for MNYSG members.
Except 12/26/06 - 1/1/07, 1/13 - 1/15/07, 2/17 - 2/19/07


Stowe Mountain
January 15-18, 2007; March 21-25, 2007
Ski/ride for as little as $37 per day and receive discounts on
area lodging!
Adult lift tickets (13-64 yrs old):
l-day=$37, 2-day=$62, 3-day=$88, 4-day=$114, 5-day=$133
Child/Senior lift tickets (6-12 & 65+):
1-day=$21, 2-day=$26, 3-day=$36, 4-day=$46, 5-day=$54
B ring your ID to the Mansfield Guest Service Desk


Catamount
$15 days Monday-Thursday (Non- Holiday)
$10 member discount, Friday, Weekends & Holidays


Ski Butternut
$15 days Monday-Thursday ( Non- Holiday)
Check out Sunday program where every Sunday all re g i s t e red ski
clubs will receive huge discounts on lift tickets and if needed
rentals or
lessons. Registered Ski Clubs Members will pay only $25 at the
groups ticket window for a full day lift ticket (a savings of $24).
Members also save $10 on rentals and $20 on group lessons. There is
no cost to register so have a club officer call Dave Ryel our group
sales manager today 413-528-2000 x154. Additional great deals are
listed
on our web site www. skibutternut. com Check out the Group rates
section.


Whiteface Mountain
Ski Council/Ski Club Appreciation Days
$35 per person
December 10 & 11, 2006
January 26, February 4,
March 18 & 19,
April 8 & 9, 2007
with a valid ski club or ski council card.

Click this link to see a slideshow of 007 movies regarding skiing:

http://www.skinet.com/skinet/photos/article/0,26964,1561393,00.html?
cid=email-skinet-20061122-Story1

--- In SuffolkSkidaddlers@yahoogroups.com, charlescheeseburger
<no_reply@...> wrote:
>
> For the top 10 ski resorts in North America according to the
readers
> of SKI Magazine click this link:
>
> http://www.skinet.com/skinet/photos/article/0,26964,1218543-
10,00.html?
> playslide=yes
>

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TOP SIX RANKING FOR POWDER SNOW SKIING!

#1: Powder Mountain, UT
Be sure to pack your snorkel when taking a trip to Powder Mountain.

#2: Alta, UT
3.2 percent goodness is Alta's magic brew. The snow's so light and
fluffy you'll want to eat some, and you will if you keep your mouth
open.

#3: Snowbird, UT
The powder at Snowbird, UT, is often really deep.

#4: Brighton, UT
Pow pow is oh so good.

#5: Grand Targhee, WY
Powder skiing is so fun.

#6: Solitude, UT
The powder is plentiful at Solitude.

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For the top 10 ski resorts in North America according to the readers
of SKI Magazine click this link:

http://www.skinet.com/skinet/photos/article/0,26964,1218543-10,00.html?
playslide=yes

Charles H. Wood   -

WOOD-Charles H., 65, of Wading River, LI suddenly on October 7, 2006.
Beloved husband of Joyce for the last 40 years. Loving father of Chuck
Wood, Tara Schreiber and son-in-law Steffen, and Heather Wood and
Fiance Nat Smitobol. Dear brother of Harry Wood and family and cousin
of Dennis Lynch. Professor of Mathematics at Suffolk Community College
since 1970 and member of Skidaddlers. Reposing 2-4, 7-9pm Tuesday
October 10th, Alexander-Tuthill Funeral Home, 6447 Route 25A, Wading
River. Funeral service 11am Wednesday at the Funeral Home. Interment to
follow at Wading River Cemetery.
Published in Newsday on 10/9/2006.

Three Skidaddlers: Linda S, Jeff K and Charlie Cheeseburger completed
the 50 mile Twin Lights Ride, the middle of 5 distances offered in
Monmouth County, NJ on Saturday 9/30. The weather was in the 60's and
sunny most of the time. The countryside back roads ware very scenic,
traffic was light and I recommend it to all. A great September ride.
    This ride was sponsored by Bike New York, not the Skidaddlers.

September 18th
Ski Trip Flyers added to the Web Site

LINK: http://www.skidaddlers.com/ski05.html

If your running a trip, please e-mail me the trip details ASAP

Hello,

The moderator of the SSSC-Group group has changed the group's name.
This means that both the group's email address and the group home page
location have changed.

The group email address:
SuffolkSkidaddlers@yahoogroups.com

The group home page location:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SuffolkSkidaddlers

If you have links which point to this group or an address book entry
for the group, you should update them, as the old addresses will no
longer work.

Regards,

Yahoo! Groups Customer Care

PARK CITY, UT / FEBRUARY 17-24, 2007



Package includes:

Roundtrip Air, Transfers LGA to Salt Lake City /Park City, Seven
night lodging at Park City Radisson Hotel, Daily Hot/Cold Breakfast
Buffet. Welcome Wine and Cheese Party! Lift Ticket  3 of 7 day Park
City Mountain, 1 of 7 Day Canyons, and 1 specific daytrip to either
Snowbird, Snowbasin or Deer Valley with Lift ticket/Transportation
Après Ski Cider and Cookies Daily and More!




  Cost:   $1,420.00.00

Non Members $ 1,480.00

Payment Schedule:

1      7/26/2006        $100 Deposit

2      09/13/2006      $440.00

3      10/4/2006        $440.00

4      11/8/2006        $440.00




Travel Insurance www.insuremytrip.com

Ski Information   www.parkcityinfo.com



Cancellation
Policy:

Any cancellation
$15.00


7/27 – 11/14 up to $800.00

11/15- 2/17   up to full price of trip



Feel Like a Kid again! At Park City Utah

Welcome to the YAHOO GROUP for Suffolk Skidaddlers Ski Club.
Share information and connect with other members to arrange
transportation for club trips.
Outside club events can be posted & dicussed here. PLEASE be sure to
identify non-club activities as such.
- - - USERS OF THIS YAHOO GROUP, DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK... SUFFOLK
SKIDADDLERS SKI CLUB INC. DOES NOT CONTROL THE CONTENT OF THIS GROUP.- -
  -