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Hans- got the board yesterday, thanks for the fast service and superb packing job. The snow was so-so this morning, firm in some places, soft in others. Rode a prior for a few runs, too many people for a new board test. Maybe I'll try it tomorrow. Thanks again, ice

Brian- If you make it back to SES next season (or any time you're in CO) I'd gladly let you get some turns on it. Unfortunately I probably won't ride this season, with the iffy base at Arapahoe Basin; Although it'll be hard to resist once it's in my hands.

I don't know how you do it duodude. Submitting your body to such adverse conditions, at YOUR age. See you Sunday.

evnewsphoto- Come ride at Loveland with us. You need a little longer board to compete with those fast guys (although you ARE a fast guy). Any time you come up the hill to ride you are welcome to ride any of my boards. There's talk of some sort of training program at Loveland next season too, so keep and eye out. Call me if you are interested in riding. kevin nine seven oh - three eight nine - two two one eight

You better check to make sure your head will fit through the door at the symphony. Turns are never perfect for anyone, we can always use more practice.

"Ps do I always look like I am going to smack someone when I am on the hill?" You think it's just when you're on the hill?

The List Big Mario - pass Thor - no pass Seraph - no pass Michael Pukas - no pass Angie - no pass Ernie00 - no ride Dave Winters - no pass Ink - pass ice - pass Please copy and paste the list and add your info so that we don't have to go searching to see who is coming with what.

What Ink said.

See yous in the morning.

Here's a few minutes of raw footage from Buttermilk on Friday 2/15

Happy early Bday Thor! I heard you got a new BX board for yourself. Look forward to some more riding with you, kevin

Nice job on the video Tom. Good shots of everyone and amazingly fast production. Thanks for the good work. (who was driving when you were filming the highway?)

What used to be the Alpen Hutte is under new management, now called the Riverside Lodge. The lodge has been freshened up and they are trying to cater to larger goups. If not booked, they do offer reasonable nightly rates.

Go to a good sporting goods store or fishing shop and get some Aqua Seal. It's made for repairing waders and such, but it is the ultimate in delam repair goo. This stuff is super strong, but a bit rubbery. The flexiblilty of it is what makes it way superior to epoxy, no cracking. If you're in a hurry they also make a curing additive to speed the hardening. good luck

Thanks Kurt-received the board this afternoon. I can see where the binders were mounted, but it sure doesn't look like it has ever been ridden. It's a beauty and I'm looking forward to making turns on it. Thanks again Kevin

If only those big boy race stock boards would love you back. Just kidding. I wish you the speediest recovery and look forward to you getting back on the snow. Let me know if you need anything. kevin

I'll take 'em if they're still available. Tried to email you but your bol email said you were not accepting. Please email me: kevineisenman@comcast.net

Beaver Creek closes on the 16th. Vail closes on the 23rd. It's snowing now and conditions are great, but who know in April. Keystone will be open till the 23rd and Breck too I think. Summit County is always a little better late in the season (higher elevation). A Basin should be in great shape in April. All the Summit resorts are within 35 minutes of Vail.

This might sound impossible, but try making three turns for every mogul. Start by going at the first bump at an angle, make a turn across the front face. Next make a turn on the top. Finish by making a turn at an angle across the back. Occaisionaly you might actually accomplish three turns per bump, but the idea is to keep a neutral body position while keeping the board moving edge to edge (not carving necessarily, but keeping the the edge in contact with the snow, which keeps you in control). Ideally you'd like to be fairly relaxed in the upper body and really do the work with your knees and ankles. Rotation of the upper body (or counter rotation) will make any rythm next to impossible. Three turns per bumb, every bump, is tough, but with some paractice you'll find that two turns per bump consistently (one going up the front and one going the back), will lead to better speed control and significantly more enjoyment. If you can get three turns, I guarantee you'll be turnin' heads and gettin' cheers.

Jeff-Just missed your call, I was out starting the car

I was thinking of heading up to the Basin for a couple runs

If anyone is into a little carve session tomorrow, meet at the Exo lift at 8:30. So far there are 3 or 4 of us, the more the ruttier! Kevin