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Glad to know its still making the rounds. So what are you riding these days?

>>kinpa >>Are you the Chris who came out to Schweitzer a few years ago for the first NICE? Yup. One in the same. Last year was Tamarack and Brundage, this year is BigSky. I'm trying not to go a resort I've already been to, atleast for the next few years. Tell everyone at NICE I said hello. >>two_ravens >>I have only been there one weekend. They hadn't groomed Moonlight at all - would have been a >>great powder day there, but the carving at Big Sky was so superb that we just stayed there, >>even with combo tickets for one of the days. I believe there is a lift at Big Sky that will get you >>over to Moonlight, and no doubt one from Moonlight that will get you back again. Have fun! . Thanks for the info. Good to know about combo tickets. I'm staying slopeside at BigSky so I'll probably spend most of my time there. Sorry I missed SKES, if you decide to start it again, please post the dates well in advance and I'll see if I can make it. The hot tub looked very inviting. Chris K

Thanks much for the feedback. Excellent point about the combo ticket. I currently have a Tanker 182 and Coiler VSR packed. I think that should cover things well. I also have reservations for a snowmobile tour of Yellowstone on Wednesday. All in all, it should be a good trip. Thanks again.

I'm headed to BigSky in February and I see lots of press about BigSky and Moonlight Basin. While Wikipedia has a basic description of the two areas, it doesn't shed too much light on how they are related. While I'm staying at BigSky, should I plan on spending some time at Moonlight? Is there an advantage to buying a combo ticket (both mtns)? Which mountain has the best carving? Thanks in advance. Chris K

Glenn and I are headed for BigSky Ski Resort in February and we're looking for lodging recommendations. We'd like 2 beds, walking distance to lifts, small kitchen. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Also, let me know if you're going to be at BigSky 2/4 thru 2/8. Thanks, Chris K

Hey all, Just a quick note to let folks know that a few easterners (Chris, Glenn and Kenneth) are headed to Brundage (2/6 thru 2/8) and Tamarack (2/9 and 2/10). Could be more, but we'll need to wait and see. We are staying with friends (Liz and Stu) in Donnelly, ID. Would like to hear from any carvers who are in the area and could join us for a few runs. Note we are old and while we don't ride very fast any more, we still think we do. So please plan accordingly. Chris K ckostarasATyahoo.com

Dan, It's Chris K from Pennsylvania. I have a quick question for you. Please send me an email at: ckostarasATyahoo.com. Thanks.

Hey Brian, Sorry we missed you after lunch, but we ended up riding the "black bear" trail most of the afternoon and just couldn't pull ourselves away. Feel free to send me an email at "ckostaras AT yahoo.com" and I'll give you Glenn's contact info. It was certainly a pleasure riding wth you and your friend. Dan, Thanks for the kind words. Its always a pleasure to see you. I just got pictures of NICE from Troy and there are some great ones of you and Octavio. Please note: In the picture about I am standing in a deep hole. I know it's hard to tell, but I am actually much taller than Glenn. ChrisK

Hey Mark, I never got an email from you after N.I.C.E. I hope everything's okay. Chris K (from Pennsylvania)

Yes. I made it home safely, as did my equipment. Of course, I did get stuck in Denver's airport for 2 extra hours on the way home, but I didn't expect anything less. I pulled in my garage at 4:00am on Sunday, about 20 hours after I left the condo. As I said before, thanks to everyone. Great pictures Dan. Chris K

Thanks to all my friends (new and old) at NICE. I had a great time in spite of all the crazy travel problems. Everyone was very kind to me even though I'm from the wrong coast. Chris K.

Troy xxl- long- green Becki xl- short- blue Russ ??? Tanya ??? Buster ??? Alberta??? Shred XXL - Short - black Chris K - large - Long Sleeve Chris K

Jack, I had a GSHP (Ground Source Heat Pump, aka Geothermal) put in a few years ago. It was expensive, but it covers both heating and cooling. Its very quiet and highly efficient. Drop me an email if you'd like to hear details. This system makes a sense in Pennsylvania, it may not make sense in Maine. Chris K ckostarasATcartech.com

Dan, I'm not sure if you remember me. I met you at the last OES, we were standing in Mike T's garage. I was the guy kissing Bruce's feet when I won the Coiler in the raffle. Chris K.

Pusbag, I'm a definite for Thursday. Let me know when and how you need money. Chris K My Tanker is now chewing a hole in the bedroom door.