b0ardski Posted December 30, 2010 Report Share Posted December 30, 2010 It's official, the hardboot crew at Schwietzer Mountain invite snowboard carvers and our 2plank brethren to Sandpoint for the 1st annual North Idaho Carving Event The impromptu gathering last year was great fun Schwietzer is giving us 20% discount lift coupons and midweek lodging which makes the ticket price $52+6%tx instead of $65+tx. Lodging in the village will vary with the room, Use "Trench" as a discount code when you book. From Schwietzer's web site How to get here http://www.schweitzer.com/plan-your-vacation/getting-here/ lodging http://www.schweitzer.com/plan-your-vacation/lodging-options/ We could only get discount on mountain lodging for midweek due to the Outrageous Air Show on Fri-Sat which is a spectacle not to be missed with fireworks show followed by parties in the Taps bar. Outrageous Air Show Friday February 25, 2011 - Saturday February 26, 2011 Olympic skiers join local talent in a Big Air Show for a spectacular evening of entertainment. Crazy themed parties to follow in Taps. trail maps http://www.schweitzer.com/mountain/trail-maps/ NASTAR will have 1 lane of snowboard panels set for us on sat-sun We get 2 days of 1hr early load lift privileges Thr &Fri. We'll put together a video & picture disc after the event & will view "dailies" at apres in Thors pizza or Taps or Pucci's Pub. Schwietzer will waive the $100 tent fee for demos if we get some one board for that. working on tshirts & stickers also & will post a calender/itinerary in the coming days. NOAA 7day forecast for the top of Schwietzer http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick...0&unit=0&lg=en Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neuroto Posted December 30, 2010 Report Share Posted December 30, 2010 early loads and discounted tickets! I'll be there for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinpa Posted December 31, 2010 Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 I hope to make it for a couple of days too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted December 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 Early load will be Thur & Fri at 8:00 am. 1 hour before the public. We'll be doing vids & pics at that time to take advantage of fresh cord & no waiting for traffic. Sat & Sun we'll have our own NASTAR time tables with no charge for NICErs. The hardboot crew is getting excited about a local event as this comes together with Schwietzer's blessing. We're hoping to draw a big group so we have some precedent for next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnuts514 Posted December 31, 2010 Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 I'll try to make it friday, thinking were gonna head up tomorrow too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingnuts514 Posted December 31, 2010 Report Share Posted December 31, 2010 sounds good, I'll be in a white camo coat, white helmet and I'll be on channel 1 if you have a radio. I'll probably be on the backside. Hope to see ya there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sultan Guy Posted January 3, 2011 Report Share Posted January 3, 2011 I am interested in coming Thursday evening for three days of carving. Let me see if I can get 1-2 others from the Seattle area to join up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted January 3, 2011 Report Share Posted January 3, 2011 Cool! I've wanted to check out Schweitzer for awhile. I see that Amtrak's Empire Builder stops right in Sandpoint...granted, at 2:30 a.m., but it could still beat driving. If I were to go by train, would it be inconvenient not to have a car? (I.e., are there shuttle buses up the mountain if you stay in Sandpoint?) Does anyone have lodging recommendations, either in town or slopeside? K2 Inn was recommended to me awhile back, but it's been through a change of management since then, I think -- does anyone have recent experience? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted January 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2011 Coming to Sandpoint by train is tricky, It's not a manned station so I think there is no baggage service, just carry on. Contact them to be sure. The Edge Water Inn in is next to the train but transport to the mountain may be limited to Bonner Cab to the shuttle bus at the base of Schwietzer Rd. K2 motel (4 blocks from the train) is still there. Buster (on BOL) & crew stayed there last year and were happy with it. you could send him a B-mail. Here's a good link to learn more about the town and lodging options http://www.sandpointonline.com http://www.sandpointonline.com/visitor/travelcenter/index.htm By Train Amtrak's Empire Builder route arrives and departs on a daily basis at Sandpoint’s historic railroad depot on Railroad Avenue, just off of Bridge Street. The westbound train departs at 11:49 p.m., and the eastbound train departs at 1:40 a.m. For more information, call Amtrak toll-free at 1-800-872-7245, or check Amtrak’s website. Driving from portland (5-6 hrs) is faster and gives you tranport & gear hauling while here. I'll do some checking to compare slopeside vs in town lodging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shred Gruumer Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 Well guys I checked this whole thing out.. and made calls... so all I can say its not Gruumer economical if you don't live there with a car.. Prices for one person was High as expected for one pers.. so I asked about town.. In town...that was doable.. but the next issue I found was.. they don't offer a ski bus from the hotels or town should I say or at least thats what they told me.. you have to make it to the base parking lot.. and then $3 up the mountain and free coming down... so that would mean a fricken rental car on top of that.. So let me know if I got that right.. was trying to come in on the 21st and leave on the 27th.. dates are flexible.. Let me know... Man I think the SES is cheaper...Doh!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martyagt4 Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 I'll be in Wilson, Wyo that week. I'd love to drive up for a day and hang out. Shouldn't be any issues that I can see. What sort of road conditions could I expect between Missoula and Sandpoint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shred Gruumer Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 Yea . Transpo.. is spendy and then for the whole week of shuttles and cabs.. getting to the mountain from the airport seems doable.. A Condo would be cool if the price is doable.. Or if anyone out there is looking to share and is going to be there from 21st and check out 27th or something like that i can be flexible depending on price and people.. I don't spooo....nnnnnn need own bed hahah... RSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinpa Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 I'll be in Wilson, Wyo that week. I'd love to drive up for a day and hang out. Shouldn't be any issues that I can see. What sort of road conditions could I expect between Missoula and Sandpoint? I live south of Missoula and drive I-90 to the Montana / Idaho border every week. I think they usually keep the roads pretty good. Shouldn't be bad. Wow guys.... we got to get THE SHRED GRUUMER THERE! He is legendary! hahahahaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLOODTYPEZX10R Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 I intend on being there for all the days. I have offered my help at booth. I live south of Sandpoint and will have room for one (sorry small car) and can pick-up and give ride to Schweitzer. Don't know at this point if I will be able to offer a place to stay. I would like to but I have a young child and don't know how this would work. I have offered to make available demo boards (only alpine, possibly one all mountain) for the event, will see how the next few weeks go. I will not be providing bindings or boots. I hope to make this happen with N.I.C.E. but have not heard from Boardski skibum for about a month. Looking forward to seeing lots of Alpine riders up there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kram Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 I will be going through Sandpoint at 7:30 every morning on my way to the mountain. I can shuttle 2 people and their gear everyday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shred Gruumer Posted January 4, 2011 Report Share Posted January 4, 2011 put me on the first in line list if u can get 4-5 and we all got beds its way affordable.. so get the info and report back.. i still have to tie up other things to pull this off.. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinpa Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 I might be able to swing a couple of nights on that list for the condo.... I just know my work schedule may be changing soon, so I don't know what dates I'll be there yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisk Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Hey b0ardski, I might be able to make this event. Can you send me some info on the condo? Chris K ckostaras AT cartech.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shred Gruumer Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Bordo... I assume that the Condo is for the night of the 22 thru the night of 26th.. if so, Im working with Chrisk as he will be the same days and is flying in from Philly.. People lets get this filled up so I can get my flights done.... Hope we can pull this off... As far as the condo goes I call dibs on top... Oh I do this a lot:sleep: Right Said Shred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 1st come 1st served I just sent a note to Chris, I'll set up a roster for the beds and we may be able to get transport from the airport for you guys coming in Mon. We've got the condo 21-27, Email me Or better yet call me at 2oh8 61oh 2169. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 Kinpa, I'll put you the list for 2 nights, try to lock in the days asap, I think we'll fill it up Thu & Fri, It's a screaming deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 The bed breakdown for Fran's condo; upstairs master 1Queen(reserved by Shred), sm downstairs bunkbeds, sm downstairs 2 twins, big downstairs 1queen 1twin full bath on all three floors, washer & dryer in the basement gas fireplace & pellet stove on main floor. 1 car garage. Heading up for pow, will check back in tonight. so far we've got 2 for the week, 1 for 2days ytbd. Chime in and/or Email me to reserve a space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shred Gruumer Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 I booked my flights.. so Im commited Chris is commited too ...haha... so we have two for the following.. Be there from Monday 21st night and leaving Saturday 26th. See ya guys there and some of ya in two weeks at the WTF2011. RSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Prokopiw Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 If there's still a spot left,I would like to stay over that Wednesday and Thursday nights.I would be driving up after work in cda on Wed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b0ardski Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 your in Steve, you got bdrm 3, 1 of two twins for wed. & thu. as we get more commitments I'll work up a roster I'll collect pre-pays by paypal or send a check by the 15th from every one who wants to reserve a bed. Price breakdown will be defined by then and we'll see if there's any space left for drop-ins then, Sat. night is open so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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