Chubz Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Folks Soliciting dates for BMES 09. I suggest February 27, March 6 or March 13, before things get too warm. I am hoping to get as many folks out there this year. Conditions have been fairly good except for this past week and this wekend should set it right back up. I am calling to the following: JBS JP1 Glenn and Son Jaco Cafer JTSlalom Ward Prentice Mike T Nick Phil And anyone else who wants to make the trip. Blue is well worth it. For travelers, I'd offer floor space, but my house is full with my dad's place burning down. He has a camper at his place but no heat in it. By next year, I hope he will let me borrow his new place for the annual event. Please give feedback on what day would be best to get most folks there and if enough I will check to see if we can get any kind of discounts, and maybe put a bug in an ear for a slope. http://www.skibluemt.com/ Hope to get a good turn out Greg The guy who rides with Jesse Smith. Pic From 2008 Prentice, JBS, Greg and Ward Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DjulezD Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Hi Chubz, I have been in Blue a few saturdays in January and may go there this saturday. Any chance to meet anyone of the crew ? You say conditions are going to improve this week-end. how is it now, It's been so warm in NYC this week. djulezd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 Sunday was the last day I was up and though fairly warm the air was still cool enough to keep it stiff. I didnt get up this week at all due to work and balmy weather, but with the drop in temps headed in tonight and the winds should cool it right down. Winds may wick some of the moisture out, making it cheese shredder like. For Saturday, suppose to drop to 20* overnight so that mush of this week is going to solidify and hopefully the groomers can get on it b4 its starts to completely refreeze friday night. drops below 32* around 9pm so it could go either way. If it drops below freezing b4 grooming, it may get a stiff lumpy and bumpy but if they do Razor first before it completely freezes they may get a good even layer down, then it will freeze solid. I predict fairly stiff all over with some ridges and potential for uneven groom in the morning and with the raise in temps it may loosen a bit for some nice sticky stuff by late morning. Bring your legs either way and to hell with ski team!!!!!!!!! Might be able to give an update Friday night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtslalom Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 March 13 would be the best date for me but see what others prefer. I will talk to a few people to see what is best for them. Good Luck. I like the picture you posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotbeans Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Hi guys.. I just got in from a day up @ holiday valley (we've all had similar conditions lately.. rain, wind, now temps are dropping ok.). While there were some slushy spots (and small ponds at the bottom of some runs), the snow is firming up VERY nicely and was, by the time I left, some of the best riding had in awhile. f'n great, actually.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafercr35 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 all those dates are free for me....I'm in:biggthump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cafercr35 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Jersey crew...we can talk and pool up for the drive in. My B-52 bomber will get us there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 Greg, my official reply is, any weekday is good for me, whatever works best for the majority. Observation though is that Friday's do 'tend' to bring in more people & buses than other weekdays. From what I have been told, they will only run both lifts (6-Pak & Quad) on Thursdays and Fridays. (Hinting that Thursdays may be a better day, crowd wise) but understand the logistics of others. I managed to 'score' some $10 OFF Discount Tickets for BMES that we can distribute to riders interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBS Posted February 16, 2009 Report Share Posted February 16, 2009 My vote is March 6th (my B-day)! After Aspen I hope we get some good ole fashion boilerplate to play on. East coast has to keep it real;) Jesse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 As long as it stays cold, i would say the sooner the better. I "heard" that Monday was unreal and lloks like the temps hovering in the 20'-low 30's this week should hold it tight. You folks pick the day and I will show up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Was nice yesterday (Tue) until :( the mobs showed up. Don't the 'rugrats' have school in February ? Or do they get a week off for Presidents Day ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotbeans Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 I'd be interested in making the trip over for this. Anyone looking to split lodging costs? btw, any day set up for sure yet? (I'll bring the coffee!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 I posted a poll, but I think Iam the only one who voted. and I can do most anyday that is chosen, hell even if we pcika couple Fridays, I say the earlier the better, I.e. Feb 27 aand March 6, but it would be nice to all on the same day. How far are you traveling? I would offer up a couch but its taken by my Dad until his place is rebuilt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotbeans Posted February 21, 2009 Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 I'd be coming across 80 from N. of Pittsburgh. I'm 3 or so hrs from williamsport + whatever to get to destination. I could leave thurs evening for a weekend, coming home sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2009 That close to Cleveland, check with Shred Grummer, he may make the trip if you give him a heads up. He might be up for splitting the cost of a room. I could check with the wife on letting some folks shack up, but with 3 kids, and my dad on the couch, displacing them for a night or two may not weigh to well with them. Let me check with one other source. I'd like to see folks coming in, but my resources are limited in helping folks out for a place to rest the weeary heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenn Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Was nice yesterday (Tue) until :( the mobs showed up. Don't the 'rugrats' have school in February ? Or do they get a week off for Presidents Day ?? Hey john...How did I miss you...? Was there better part of the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenn Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 I posted a poll, but I think Iam the only one who voted. and I can do most anyday that is chosen, hell even if we pcika couple Fridays, I say the earlier the better, I.e. Feb 27 aand March 6, but it would be nice to all on the same day.How far are you traveling? I would offer up a couch but its taken by my Dad until his place is rebuilt. Greg, My only day of those mentioned is March 13th...That damned work thing, you know... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 glenn, "Hey john...How did I miss you...? Was there better part of the day." maybe I'm loosing too much weight :rolleyes: :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotbeans Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Alright, heads-up Shred or others.. If carpooling desired (I could either run a '09 subaru forester or a 4-runner), I could meet at grove city outlets (I-79 and I-80) and drive or whatever.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Where is this place?? Coming from Rt 91 Hartford CT Or should I take a plane. Is there a Nice hotel right at the Mtn?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Bobby Buggs & Others that may be interested: Where is this place?? Technically it is "Blue Mountain Ski Area" in Palmerton, Pa. They have a website with GPS coordinates and directions. Google says from Hartford, Ct to Palmerton, Pa is 3:55 and 204 miles. 84 W to 209 South, then a couple of back roads. Do you know cafercr35? Their is a B-52 Bomber scheduled to leave from North Jersey, I've met you both, that would be a fun :D ride for sure! Hope you can make it (free Evil Sports stickers for everyone, all 8 of us ?) if conditions are good I think it will be worth your time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Is PChang and Ward going?? That right there would be worth the Trip:biggthump Im not a great car passenger, I dont do well in a car for long rides:barf: if Im not driving. What about Hotels at the Mtn??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted February 22, 2009 Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 Bobby Buggs, No overnight accomodations on the hill itself, but plenty close by. I think their website has some listed, If I knew how to post a 'linky thing' I would. Maybe Chubz can post the link when he gets done 'gouging' up others 'well placed linked carves' :D. "Is PChang and Ward going?? That right there would be worth the Trip ?" I dunno ? They are 'most certainly welcome' as is anyone else that has interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2009 BB Prentice and Ward have made it out for a couple outings over the years. We may need to rustle their cage. As far as hotels, this place is a touch remote and is one of the last resorts in the area that has not succumbed to the corporate development, which makes it nice. Still has a mom and pop feel, no condos, hotels, etc, but has a high speed 6 and quad. 20 minutes north of the Lehigh Valley (Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, PA). If you Google danielsville, PA Hotels. some listings will come up. thier address is Palmerton, PA, but Danielsville, is right on the other side of the mountain. Some of the hotels in the area offer ski and stay. I can check with the mountain to see if they offer any packages, but Ihave also heard that many supermarkets in NJ offer great ticket discounts. Some less than 5 star hotels are also in Wind Gap, PA. The kind that you may have rented a room for a high school keggar, but its a bed and about 20 minutes from the mountain, if that. If you come in the night b4 and stay in wind gap, there is a cool rock climbing gym right in town that might make for a fun evening. Let us know. Even if you consider staying an extra day, JBS and I ride every weedend to make the travel worth with an extra day. JBS and I are trying to make this a good venue each year for eastern PA and it a hill that offers good fun with small crowds on weekdays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pchang Posted February 23, 2009 Report Share Posted February 23, 2009 Just let me know the date. Ward probably won't make it as he injured his knee earlier in the season. Buggs, hope you can make it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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