Midwest Meet 2012

[Courtney]

The third annual Midwest Meet will once again be held at Mount Bohemia, MI (in the Upper Peninsula)

Bohemia's Website: http://mtbohemia.com/

http://www.mtbohemia.com/Images/trail-map-sm.jpg

"Mount Bohemia has the longest runs with the highest vertical and deepest powder in the Midwest. Bohemia is all-natural, and has no problem without snow guns. The average snowfall in the Keweenaw is 273 inches. The lake effect snow is dry similar to western resorts and accumulates as powder which is untouched because we do not groom. Bohemia's two new sections; the Outer limits has 100+ acres of inbounds backcountry skiing with 17 new runs even longer and trickier than before."

When?
Last year the Midwest Meet was held January 22-24th. The weather was cold, but the backcountry riding kept us plenty warm. Conditions were perfect, and we found a ton of untouched powder.

Based on the poll results we will have the 2012 Midwest Meet from January 20 - 22.

Lodging
Each year we reserve cabins at the base of the mountain. Each cabin has a bathroom and sleeps four (two bunkbeds). These have worked out well and were very affordable.

Below is a 'buy now' button to pay for your lodging. You can either do it that way or Paypal Andrew Deehr (adeehr) the $86.30 directly for lodging to: altrealitygames@yahoo.com Please include your forum name in the payment so Andrew can make sure he has the right person. We know most of your real names, but want to make sure we mark the right people paid.

Again we are requesting more than may be needed, so we may have a refund/I'll buy food option ahead of us.

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Lift Tickets
Last year several of us took advantage of the $99 season pass deal which worked out really well. Otherwise you can purchase lift tickets each day for around $50. If you plan to arrive earlier and ride Friday, definitely check into the season pass deal.

Carpools
Minneapolis, MN: Courtney - Driving from Minneapolis. Picking up Marshall and possibly Dennis and Graham at the Minneapolis airport.

Green Bay, WI area: Andrew - Driving from Green Bay area, room for a couple people. Picking up Tim at the Milwaukee airport.

Milwaukee, WI area: Nick - Driving from Milwaukee, room for a couple people.

Detroit, MI area: Nolan - Driving from Detroit area, room for a couple people.

If you're planning to drive and are willing to carpool let me know and I'll add your information here.

Feel free to contact Courtney (http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbulletin/upload/member.php?u=3) or adeehr (http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbulletin/upload/member.php?u=610) for more information.


From Last Year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Be2-vbUYNHU

View Last year's thread (http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10251)

Some photos from last year: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=265565&id=729322152&l=4bc69a607e

(don't need to have facebook to view)


Schedule:

January 20 (Friday)
Arrive / Ride (depending on when you arrive)
Cook Out
Stay in Cabins

January 21 (Saturday)
Ride
Eat Dinner in Town
Stay in Cabins

January 22 (Sunday)
Ride
Head home at the end of the day

Who's coming?
We'd like to get a tentative list going of confirmed and maybes. Please post and let us know if you're maybe coming or definitely coming and we'll add you to the list.

Definitely!
Courtney
Tim (CrazyBoy-1)
Nolan (nolhay)
Marshall (Mavrick)
Andrew (adeehr)
Nick (ZwingZ)
Scott (sempai)

Hopefully
Brian (bec2745)
Graham
Dennis (DennisEvans)

If you're hoping to make it let us know and we'll put you here.

[CrazyBoy-1]

I am of course a definite again. I would prefer the 1/20-22 weekend simply because it gives me a whole month before ShredFest IV. This worked very well last season. Speaking of ShredFest, I'm very interested in hitting Bohemia after Tahoe this time. I would have loved to do it las time, but my schedule was too set. Marshall may also be able to do this.

As far as travel to the Midwest Meet itself, I'd like to fly in and catch a ride with you as opposed to driving the whole way out again. This may change if more east coast riders decide to come out, and we can get a good carpool set up. For now though, I'll plan to fly in.

[Courtney]

Awesome, we're glad you'll be able to make it Tim. I'd love to make it back to Bohemia as well. I agree on the date of Jan 20 - 22. Last year that ended up being a really great time to go, and the extra space from Shredfest is definitely a plus.

[nolhay]

I'm in. Definite. Anyone that want's to carpool from Detroit to Bohemia. The plan right now is to leave 6AM on Friday, this could change and I could be staying in Houghton Thursday night into Friday, especially if the roads are a little snowy. In that case I would be leaving around Thursday Morning 8 or 9AM, anyone who wants to is welcome to stay at my place, I have extra sleeping arrangements and I'm a half hour away from metro. I'll have my blazer and I can do the Sat. night drive from Bohemia to dinner again.

[Courtney]

Hopefully that drive into town won't be an ice rink of snowmobile tracks this time :)

[Mavrick]

Courtney, If you've got the room, I'd love to fly in and hitch a ride in with you.

[adeehr]

I am going to reserve this post for lodging details.

[adeehr]

Of course I'm in too. When we have dates we can look at airfare to different locations to see the best price with drivers en route. I am not cooking for everyone at every meal this year....because I need to ride this year. Knee feels mostly better so I won't hold out this winter. I still plan to grill Friday night.

[nolhay]

Of course I'm in too. When we have dates we can look at airfare to different locations to see the best price with drivers en route. I am not cooking for everyone at every meal this year....because I need to ride this year. Knee feels mostly better so I won't hold out this winter. I still plan to grill Friday night.

Knee - good
not making awesome food - FU :p;):rolleyes::mad:

[Courtney]

Courtney, If you've got the room, I'd love to fly in and hitch a ride in with you.

Of course! It's a bit of a drive still, but I have a feeling flying into some of the closer smaller airports might get a bit expensive.

[adeehr]

Of course! It's a bit of a drive still, but I have a feeling flying into some of the closer smaller airports might get a bit expensive.

Yea the closest airport to me on the way is Green Bay. I can't imagine you'd get to it early enough in the am for me to pick you up and still make it to the hill with day light, then again I have been wrong before....I just can't remember when...

[sempai]

It's hard for me to plan that far ahead, but I really want to attend. If I do, I'll make sure to rest up this time and not overdue it before I get there. I imagine I'll hit up a couple other U.P. hills beforehand, take a day off to rest, and then be at Bohemia first thing Friday morning to ride. I hope we have another winter season with plenty of snow, just like last year's.

[Mavrick]

Of course! It's a bit of a drive still, but I have a feeling flying into some of the closer smaller airports might get a bit expensive.

8 hours is a lot of time for epicness. Think positive, positively!

[Mavrick]

Of course I'm in too. When we have dates we can look at airfare to different locations to see the best price with drivers en route. I am not cooking for everyone at every meal this year....because I need to ride this year. Knee feels mostly better so I won't hold out this winter. I still plan to grill Friday night.

I'll make the breakfast Tacos!

[adeehr]

I'll make the breakfast Tacos!

Hell yea! Did you start your own breakfast taco stand yet?

[ZwingZ]

I should be able to make it, as I graduate in December and I cant imagine my schedule being too hard, I do not yet have a job.

[Courtney]

Awesome! Looks like we have a pretty good sized group already. We know that a lot can change between now and January, so please keep us updated if your plans change. We'll keep the attendance list as accurate as possible. We should have plenty of room for everyone between car pools and airport pick ups, but if you have any concerns over transportation, please feel free to contact us. We will find a way to get you there :)

[CrazyBoy-1]

How many people do we need to book a yurt? I know we had discussed that a bit last time. If we can get enough confirmed people, it would be cool to all be in one place.

[Courtney]

How many people do we need to book a yurt? I know we had discussed that a bit last time. If we can get enough confirmed people, it would be cool to all be in one place.

The yurts are definitely a possibility. Each yurt sleeps 10 at a rate of $190 / night. The cabins sleep 4 at a rate of $115 / night.

The cabins provide more bathrooms (1 for every 4 people vs 1 for every 10 people), so that comes in handy after riding when everyone wants to shower.

[nolhay]

Yeah I would definitely like to keep with the cabins, they are a whole heck of a lot more like a badass vacation :) and if some people decide to stay up later than others we can. I know last year when we all wanted to be in once place inside we just went to the main cabin.

[Courtney]

Yeah I would definitely like to keep with the cabins, they are a whole heck of a lot more like a badass vacation :) and if some people decide to stay up later than others we can. I know last year when we all wanted to be in once place inside we just went to the main cabin.

That's a good point. Having a quieter cabin is a big advantage for those who prefer to go to sleep earlier. I was also wondering about the heat in the yurts. They're a lot bigger and less insulated, so they might get kind of chilly in January. I know we got pretty cold one of the nights in the cabins even with the heat on, and they have a lot thicker walls than the yurts.

[DennisEvans]

Any of the dates are fine with me, I just need to know the dates so when I transfer down there I can ask for the time off. Probably going to fly this year though.
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Tossing in my vote for cabins too. I'm not concerned with costs after how much this year cost me... lol

[Courtney]

Any of the dates are fine with me, I just need to know the dates so when I transfer down there I can ask for the time off. Probably going to fly this year though.
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Tossing in my vote for cabins too. I'm not concerned with costs after how much this year cost me... lol

Good call on flying. Less important keys to lose.

[Mavrick]

Good call on flying. Less important keys to lose.
*RIMSHOT*

Bohemia 2012 predictions
Dennis: "I lost find my boarding pass."
Dennis: "I lost my cabin."
Nolan brings more flashlights
Tim discovers a new material composition.

[DennisEvans]

*RIMSHOT*

Bohemia 2012 predictions
Dennis: "I lost find my boarding pass."
Dennis: "I lost my cabin."
Nolan brings more flashlights
Tim discovers a new material composition.

I think Tim will bring some machining equipment so that when Nolan breaks his boards again Tim can just carve some out of Titanium

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ironically, the thought has crossed my mind...

[nolhay]

*RIMSHOT*

Bohemia 2012 predictions
Dennis: "I lost find my boarding pass."
Dennis: "I lost my cabin."
Nolan brings more flashlights
Tim discovers a new material composition.

We're going to have to divvy out Dennis' responsibilities. Someone be on Dennis duty and keep track of him so he doesn't lose himself. Someone take his boarding pass as soon as they see him. In fact I'll make a checklist for morning noon and night to make sure we haven't lost anything. Cell phone, house key, skiboards etc.

Hrmm I haven't made any new flashlight purchases recently...My birthday is Jan.30th, maybe we can have my b-day party up there? :D

[DennisEvans]

We're going to have to divvy out Dennis' responsibilities. Someone be on Dennis duty and keep track of him so he doesn't lose himself. Someone take his boarding pass as soon as they see him. In fact I'll make a checklist for morning noon and night to make sure we haven't lost anything. Cell phone, house key, skiboards etc.

Hrmm I haven't made any new flashlight purchases recently...My birthday is Jan.30th, maybe we can have my b-day party up there? :D

Hell dude, my bday is 1/8, let's split the dates, hit up the gay bar one night and joey's the other. I may drag someone else along since I'm moving in with him this fall.

[Courtney]

Double birthday? Yes! Anyone else have a December / January birthday?

[Mavrick]

You said double birthday, I heard double rainbow. Damn the Internet.

[Courtney]

Hey everyone, just a quick update:

- Our dates will officially be January 20 - 22 (Friday - Sunday).
- We'll also be making event t-shirts like we did the first year.

If you have any questions feel free to post them here or message me directly. We should have plenty of carpool and airport pick up options available, so we'll work with you to make sure you get there. We also try to keep this event as low cost as possible so more people can make it. Pricing for the cabins will be announced once we get closer to the date.

[sempai]

Hey everyone, just a quick update:

- Our dates will officially be January 20 - 22 (Friday - Sunday).
- We'll also be making event t-shirts like we did the first year.

If you have any questions feel free to post them here or message me directly. We should have plenty of carpool and airport pick up options available, so we'll work with you to make sure you get there. We also try to keep this event as low cost as possible so more people can make it. Pricing for the cabins will be announced once we get closer to the date.That's cool because I just happened to put in for those dates off at work today.

[Courtney]

That's cool because I just happened to put in for those dates off at work today.

Awesome! Can I put you in the "definitely" category?

[sempai]

Awesome! Can I put you in the "definitely" category?Sure I'm in, unless something unforeseen happens.

[nolhay]

put in for the time off work. I'm definite for Thursday-Sunday if my work approves the PTO :p . If you guys were thinking of a birthday present I've been looking at the 6PX Pro (http://www.tacticalsupply.com/product/4778/0/index.php) with CPF20 coupon on checkout gets you 20% off with free shipping! Best compact tac flashlight there is with a dual power saving 15 lum output and a high-octane 200 lum secondary. At that price why not buy 1 for everyone, we'll be able to do night skiing!

[adeehr]

FYI There was a change to their lodging policy between last year and this. I've pasted it below. What it means for us? I will only be reserving two cabins to begin with since we know we'll have more than 4 for sure, but less than 9. If we get say 10 solid I'd be ok with getting another cabin, but I don't want to be out $115 if two people bail. So for now I'll reserve two cabins. I think this year we also need to really look at the Yurts when we are there. That way we know for the future if we should reserve one of them.

All Bohemia lodging has access to activity building which includes couches, a fireplace, TV and small cooking area.

two night minimum
One nights deposit is due upon making a reservations and is non-refundable
14 days prior to your checkin date your full reservation is non-refundable
There is a $25 alteration penalty for alterations to your reservation for any reason
Wireless Internet
No pets
No smoking
No snowmobiles permitted on Mount Bohemia property
CALL FOR QUESTIONS OR TO RESERVE LODGING AT MOUNT BOHEMIA
231-420-5405

[adeehr]

Ok cabins 3 and 4 are reserved. The way it looks and from the sounds of the conversation with the lady at Bohemia they are reserving cabins by number this year, NOT by just you want two cabins. So 3/4 are the ones to the left of the main lodge cabin that some of us were in last year. It's the second set of cabins from the entrance. If we need more space because we have more than 8 we'll cross that path at that time, but for now we are going with these.

I don't want to change any reservations because they charge the first nights stay up front already for each cabin and $25 to change. So these two are set in stone!! Jan 20-22 Bohemia here we come!

86.30 is the total per person including tax and paypal fees. I'll collect it as we get closer to the date. Keep in mind if we have more then 3 per cabin we will have extra cash, if we have less I will need to request a few more dollars once we get to Bohemia. Thanks!

[DennisEvans]

Did you happen to ask if they are doing the$100 season pass again this year?

[adeehr]

yup they are!

SEASON PASS SALE
Mark your calenders....
ONE DAY ONLY
$99 SEASON PASS SALE

First Saturday in December
December 3, 2011

Purchase Passes:
Online, via phone, Downwind Sports in Houghton

[adeehr]

If you guys want i can start looking into airfare for whomever wants to fly in. Let me know where you are flying from and I'll start to look into options to different airports either for Courtney or myself to pick you up at.

[Mavrick]

I've already got mine booked. Coming in to MSP thursday evening and leaving from MSP monday.

[DennisEvans]

I'm going to book my air travel soon. I'm going to be flying in to he airport just above Houghtin.

[adeehr]

What airport are you looking to fly out of Dennis? Or are you close to a couple of them?

[DennisEvans]

What airport are you looking to fly out of Dennis? Or are you close to a couple of them?

I'm moving to Columbus in the early winter so it'll be. It's only like $300 round trip though, so that's not too bad.

[bec2745]

ill put myself in the definitely maybe category. definitely want to. maybe something comes up again like the last two years.

[Courtney]

ill put myself in the definitely maybe category. definitely want to. maybe something comes up again like the last two years.

Awesome, I'll put you as a maybe. Hope you can make it!

[Mavrick]

I'm going to book my air travel soon. I'm going to be flying in to he airport just above Houghtin.

O.o I didnt know there was one there. I may cancel mine if you can give me some more info on it. Thats much closer than MSP.

[adeehr]

Right now we are sitting at the edge of having too many people for too few cabins. As of now, I still plan on collecting like I did last year, with the plan of 3 per cabin. If we have 4 per cabin obviously we'll have some money left over. Can do food again (I'm riding and not cooking all weekend this year) or we can do a refund or heck if we have enough per person we can do fish n chips and I'll collect the tab!

Anyway plan on having $86.30 to me sometime in November/December to confirm you are coming. If we have more than 8 I'll call Bohemia and reserve a 3rd cabin (If there is space). If they don't have any more room someone may have to bunk in the shared yurt. We'll cross that path when we get there.

I'll put up a link to pay for lodging mid-November.

[Courtney]

O.o I didnt know there was one there. I may cancel mine if you can give me some more info on it. Thats much closer than MSP.

Hey Marshall, looks like this may be the airport Dennis plans to fly into: http://www.houghtoncounty.org/

Looks pretty small, but it may be a better option. It would save you 8-9 hrs in the car with me :p

We can always arrange to pick people up at this airport or an area hotel.

[nolhay]

That's the airport alright.

Expect to fly in on a 12 seater. The main terminal is a garage so you can't really get lost. oh wait thats Marquette!!!

Never flew out of houghton I can only imagine you'll be flying in on a bush plane. Good luck!

[DennisEvans]

That's the airport alright.

Expect to fly in on a 12 seater. The main terminal is a garage so you can't really get lost. oh wait thats Marquette!!!

Never flew out of houghton I can only imagine you'll be flying in on a bush plane. Good luck!

Haha, it's cool, I flew in one once that felt like one of the engines was going to fall off the whole flight. It gave me a new joy for life when I got off that plane.

[ZwingZ]

I'll be driving up from the Milwaukee area if anyone needs a ride as well. Let me know

Nick

[Courtney]

I'll be driving up from the Milwaukee area if anyone needs a ride as well. Let me know

Nick

Awesome, I'll add you to the potential carpool list.

[Courtney]

Looks like Mount Bohemia is going to have a good start with 8-12 inches in the next 48 hours :D

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[sempai]

Looks like Mount Bohemia is going to have a good start with 8-12 inches in the next 48 hours :D That's exciting! :)

[adeehr]

I'll be driving up from the Milwaukee area if anyone needs a ride as well. Let me know

Nick

Nick we can work on driving together, I live just south of Green Bay so I'm sure we can carpool/share gas.

[Mavrick]

Hey Marshall, looks like this may be the airport Dennis plans to fly into: http://www.houghtoncounty.org/

Looks pretty small, but it may be a better option. It would save you 8-9 hrs in the car with me :p

We can always arrange to pick people up at this airport or an area hotel.

Nah, i think i'm sticking with my original flight plan to MSP. I dont like props in that kind of weather. You're stuck with me. Too early to call shotgun?!

[adeehr]

Lodging Time! Below is a 'buy now' button to pay for your lodging. You can either do it that way or Paypal me directly the $86.30 for lodging to: altrealitygames@yahoo.com Please include your forum name in the payment so I make sure I have the right person. I know most of your real names, but I want to make sure I mark the right people paid.

Again we are requesting more than may be needed, so we may have a refund/I'll buy food option ahead of us.

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[Courtney]

Nah, i think i'm sticking with my original flight plan to MSP. I dont like props in that kind of weather. You're stuck with me. Too early to call shotgun?!

Not at all :)

[Courtney]

A big thanks to Andrew for once again taking care of the lodging arrangements for our trip.

The earlier everyone can send their lodging payments the safer you'll be in securing a bed in case we have more riders than expected. I added the paypal button to the first post of the thread (http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12074&p=115955&viewfull=1#post115955) for easy finding.

Also, remember the $99 season pass deal is on Saturday, December 3rd only. Passes can be purchased from Bohemia's website: http://mtbohemia.com.

I'll send out another reminder about the season pass sale closer to the date.

[DennisEvans]

Not at all :)

If the flight is cheaper to Marshall's airport choice is it alright if I (and possibly graham) hitch a ride too?

[Courtney]

If the flight is cheaper to Marshall's airport choice is it alright if I (and possibly graham) hitch a ride too?

That'd be totally cool. Right now the plan is to leave around 4am Friday to arrive around opening time Friday morning. I plan to work on Thursday til 3pm, then I'd be available to pick people up at the airport. You guys are welcome to crash on my couch / floor as long as cats don't bother you so we can all get some rest before we hit the road.

On the way back we'll leave Sunday around 5PM, and we'll probably get back into Minneapolis around midnight / 1AM. I'll be taking Monday off and will be available to bring you guys to the airport whenever.

As long as no one brings a ridiculous amount of stuff, we should have enough room for the 4 of us. Take a look at flights and let us know Dennis. MSP is the airport code. The main terminal is called terminal 1 and terminal 2 is a little smaller but still pretty major.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Sorry I've been off the forums for a while. I've had a lot going on. Andrew, I just sent you the payment for my spot in the cabin, and I'll send you those pictures and the stats as soon as I get the boards out. I haven't even gotten any stuff out to prep for the season yet.

So, it looks like Courtney's vehicle will be full, so what will your route be, Andrew? I'll try to get a flight into an airport on your way.

[nolhay]

I just sent you the payment for my spot in the cabin

AWWWWWYEAAHHHHH. Payment sent as well, gonna grab the 99 seasons pass comin' up here. :cool: PLEASE NOTE:
BRING $1 FOR EACH DAY YOU PLAN TO SKI

[Courtney]

AWWWWWYEAAHHHHH. Payment sent as well, gonna grab the 99 seasons pass comin' up here. :cool: PLEASE NOTE:
BRING $1 FOR EACH DAY YOU PLAN TO SKI

Win. The $99 season pass sale does require $1 for each day you ride. Unlike most mountains that give you a plastic card for a season pass, Bohemia requires to you pick up a lift ticket each day at the cost of $1.

[Courtney]

Sorry I've been off the forums for a while. I've had a lot going on. Andrew, I just sent you the payment for my spot in the cabin, and I'll send you those pictures and the stats as soon as I get the boards out. I haven't even gotten any stuff out to prep for the season yet.

So, it looks like Courtney's vehicle will be full, so what will your route be, Andrew? I'll try to get a flight into an airport on your way.

Yup, looks like I'm most likely full.

I believe the closest major airport to Andrew is Green Bay (50 miles north and on the way to Bohemia). You'd have the shortest car ride with Andrew too at about 5hrs.

[sempai]

Win. The $99 season pass sale does require $1 for each day you ride. Unlike most mountains that give you a plastic card for a season pass, Bohemia requires to you pick up a lift ticket each day at the cost of $1.Very strange!

[CrazyBoy-1]

I'll be driving up from the Milwaukee area if anyone needs a ride as well. Let me know

Nick

Nick, what time are you planning to leave the Milwaukee area? I can get get a significantly cheaper flight if I fly into there as opposed to Green Bay.

[adeehr]

Nick, what time are you planning to leave the Milwaukee area? I can get get a significantly cheaper flight if I fly into there as opposed to Green Bay.

Tim if you fly into Milwaukee thursday night I can come pick you up there, it's only about an hour from my house, i would have no issues picking you up there, as long as your arrival is after say 6pm, or if it's earlier you can enjoy the Milwaukee airport and all it's lovely....seats! I just have to be here for when my daughter gets home until my wife gets home so i can leave, and she gets home about 5pm. After that I can come get you, we'll leave around 8am Friday as I have to take my daughter to school in the am.


And yes, Nolan Tim and Courtney I have your lodging payments, looks like Cabin 1 is full! :)

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ok, I'll take you up on that. I just booked a roundtrip to Milwaukee with Southwest. I arrive Thursday at 8:30pm, which means I don't have to take off work(a definite plus). My departure to return home is Monday around noon, so you can just drop me off whenever it is convenient in the morning.

I'll be grabbing my season pass on Saturday, and after that it's just eight weeks of anticipation.

[adeehr]

Ok, I'll take you up on that. I just booked a roundtrip to Milwaukee with Southwest. I arrive Thursday at 8:30pm, which means I don't have to take off work(a definite plus). My departure to return home is Monday around noon, so you can just drop me off whenever it is convenient in the morning.

I'll be grabbing my season pass on Saturday, and after that it's just eight weeks of anticipation.

Sounds perfect, I'll PM you my email address if you want to send those plans directly to my email so I can have them handy.

[tylerlough]

I've planning on driving to Mount Bohemia sometime in January. After seeing this meetup I gotta go to it. I've never skied with people from SBOL. This looks like a great opportunity to ski among the trees with other skiboard fans. I'll probably stay in the Hostel yurt so don't worry about housing me. I'll arrive Thursday night, leave Sunday afternoon. I live near South Bend, Indiana if anyone wants to ride with me.

[adeehr]

I've planning on driving to Mount Bohemia sometime in January. After seeing this meetup I gotta go to it. I've never skied with people from SBOL. This looks like a great opportunity to ski among the trees with other skiboard fans. I'll probably stay in the Hostel yurt so don't worry about housing me. I'll arrive Thursday night, leave Sunday afternoon. I live near South Bend, Indiana if anyone wants to ride with me.

Right on! It'd be great to have you aboard! The more skiboarders the better! Hopefully you can make it, it's a great time, this is our third year! Make sure you are in shape a bit too. Take it from me, if you sit behind a desk all day and don't do much for activity you'll be a hurting unit come your second day. You'd think I'd take my own advice, I still haven't gotten in shape for the season yet, yikes!

[Courtney]

Right on! It'd be great to have you aboard! The more skiboarders the better! Hopefully you can make it, it's a great time, this is our third year! Make sure you are in shape a bit too. Take it from me, if you sit behind a desk all day and don't do much for activity you'll be a hurting unit come your second day. You'd think I'd take my own advice, I still haven't gotten in shape for the season yet, yikes!

I do this every year.

I'm totally gonna work out a bunch before ski season.
I'm totally gonna work out a bunch before Bohemia.
..
Ouch, the burn.

[sempai]

This old man just sent in his payment to Andrew, and I've been hitting the workouts hard getting in shape to keep up with you youngsters. Now I just have to remember to buy that season pass on Saturday. :D

[CrazyBoy-1]

I do this every year.

I'm totally gonna work out a bunch before ski season.
I'm totally gonna work out a bunch before Bohemia.
..
Ouch, the burn.


Lol, that's my normal thought process as well.

I really do need to start shaping up this year. I got a promotion that puts me behind a desk for most of my work day, so I'm even worse than usual.

[tylerlough]

Andrew, Thanks for your welcoming words and advice. I'm going to have to break out the Total Gym. At least I have snow tires on my car so I can get there without too much white knuckle driving.

[adeehr]

I'm not buying the season pass, I'm not convinced I'll be in shape for more than a Saturday lol!

[slow]

............. and I've been hitting the workouts hard getting in shape to keep up with you youngsters .............. :D

After riding with a few of the youngsters, I realise that working out does not make up for my aging body! :D

Good luck!

[DennisEvans]

It looks like I'm going to have to drop out. I'll have to let you guys know a little later if I can make it. Sorry about this, I have to get glasses and this moving thing is turning out to be more money than I thought, that and people hitting my car all the time, yeah that makes stuff more expensive too. I'll check to see if there are any open bunks when it gets closer, but it's looking like I'll be driving up again. Good news though, if I come up I'll be bringing Graham, so we'll have a new guy to hassle.

[Mavrick]

It looks like I'm going to have to drop out. I'll have to let you guys know a little later if I can make it. Sorry about this, I have to get glasses and this moving thing is turning out to be more money than I thought, that and people hitting my car all the time, yeah that makes stuff more expensive too. I'll check to see if there are any open bunks when it gets closer, but it's looking like I'll be driving up again. Good news though, if I come up I'll be bringing Graham, so we'll have a new guy to hassle.

Give him a check list for departure > pit stops > arrival > Departure > pitstops > arrival.

-Dennis's Keys
-Dennis's Wallet
-Dennis's Spare keys

[Courtney]

Reminder: $99 Season Pass Sale Saturday December 3rd Only!
(Plus $1 per day you ride paid at the beginning of the day)

Purchase at http://mtbohemia.com (http://mtbohemia.com/).

Compare to lift ticket prices of $50 per day credit or $54 per day cash x3 days.

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tylerlough: We hope you can make it!

Dennis: We hope things work out and you're able to make it again this year.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Just bought my pass, so I'm good to go! See you all in seven weeks.

[Courtney]

Just bought mine as well.

Just a note: It looks like their site doesn't work quite right in Google Chrome. If you're having problems try checking it out in a different browser.

[ZwingZ]

Got my ticket as well.

[tylerlough]

Bought my 1st season pass last night and it's to a ski mountain 550 miles from my house.:cool:

Do you guys/girl think my SnowJam 90's will perform well at Mount Bohemia? I don't mind a rough ride but I don't want to be getting bogged down in powder. I'm 140lbs + 10lbs boots ;)

[Mavrick]

Pass ordered.

[ZwingZ]

Bought my 1st season pass last night and it's to a ski mountain 550 miles from my house.:cool:

Do you guys/girl think my SnowJam 90's will perform well at Mount Bohemia? I don't mind a rough ride but I don't want to be getting bogged down in powder. I'm 140lbs + 10lbs boots ;)

I have some original Revolts that I can bring up if you want to use them? I also have extra bindings, either Line FF pros or some Extreme II's

[sempai]

Got my ticket too.

[Courtney]

Bought my 1st season pass last night and it's to a ski mountain 550 miles from my house.:cool:

Do you guys/girl think my SnowJam 90's will perform well at Mount Bohemia? I don't mind a rough ride but I don't want to be getting bogged down in powder. I'm 140lbs + 10lbs boots ;)

You should be able to get by, but depending on how much snow there is you may want to try something longer / wider. At times you may want or need some extra float.

I'd highly encourage everyone to bring a back up pair of boards if they have some. We've had some battle wounds these past couple years.

[tylerlough]

I have some original Revolts that I can bring up if you want to use them? I also have extra bindings, either Line FF pros or some Extreme II's
Nick, if you could bring those Revolts that would be super. If you want to put a pair of bindings on it's up to you because I also have an extra pair of bindings.
That reminds me I need to try and straiten the front bail on my Extreme II's. (I bent it when I hit a rail hard and cart wheeled)

Thanks for the advice Courtney.

[CrazyBoy-1]

You should be able to get by, but depending on how much snow there is you may want to try something longer / wider. At times you may want or need some extra float.

I'd highly encourage everyone to bring a back up pair of boards if they have some. We've had some battle wounds these past couple years.

+1 on that, although I think my boards sustained s bit more than just battle wounds last time. It was more like the KTP's were crushed, and the Condor was eviscerated.

[Mavrick]

I completely forgot about that tim, did you get another pair to replace them?

I'm eager to try my ktp's out in bohemia's powder. The stiffness did not suit me at mt snow as i spent most of my day on my ass, which I'm sure you recall. But I theorize it will be a whole new ball game in Michigan.

[nolhay]

Tim, Courtney, Andrew - We're such a consistent group :) I call top bunk next to door again!
Maverick - Red or Black?
New guy - The cabins are an awesome feature up in such a desolate place, I would recommend coughing up the $80 for two nights...$40 a night isn't bad at all!
Dennis - We need you! but bring superglue so we can stick all your valuables to your body

I've been getting to the gym pretty consistently so I'm hoping I'll be good to go once I get to the mountain. I'm going up Friday morning to ski if the conditions are good otherwise I'll just wait. I started at 250 looking to lose 30lbs but after working out I just f***ing gained 30lbs so I'm really hoping the KTPs can hold up with 40 more pounds on them. I was looking at yearly snow trends and the snowfall has been increasing so we should be in for an even better season than last. We had perfect timing with the storm that hit though.

Is anyone bringing a vehicle that can fit more than 6 people?

[CrazyBoy-1]

Yeah, Greco hooked me up with a spare Condor, and I went ahead and bought another pair of KTP's. I also got the new rockered Condors, so that's what I'm planning to ride.

The KTP's can definitely take some getting used to with the extra stiffness, but I think you'll like them once you get the feel dialed in. If you want to try something different, though, I'll be bringing a fee extra sets of boards. You are welcome to try the Condors for a max-float experience.

[Courtney]

Is anyone bringing a vehicle that can fit more than 6 people?

Nope, I can only fit 5. I guess that was the benefit of the old station wagon I took up the first year. "We have 7? We can all fit in my car!"

[Mavrick]

Yeah, Greco hooked me up with a spare Condor, and I went ahead and bought another pair of KTP's. I also got the new rockered Condors, so that's what I'm planning to ride.

The KTP's can definitely take some getting used to with the extra stiffness, but I think you'll like them once you get the feel dialed in. If you want to try something different, though, I'll be bringing a fee extra sets of boards. You are welcome to try the Condors for a max-float experience.

Yeah, I think I just got frustrated as I thought they would for the most part be like the revolts.

[sempai]

What's new this year:

Mount Bohemia will be opening a bar and restaurant this season. This will be a new yurt which is connected to the existing base yurts and will be offering breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Ski guide service-Helping you locate the hidden runs throughout the mountain and showing you tips and trips to navigate Bohemia and the backcountry.

A new backcountry run which will be one of the steepest, longest backcountry runs on the mountain.

[Mavrick]

What's new this year:

Mount Bohemia will be opening a bar and restaurant this season. This will be a new yurt which is connected to the existing base yurts and will be offering breakfast, lunch and dinner

Ski guide service-Helping you locate the hidden runs throughout the mountain and showing you tips and trips to navigate Bohemia and the backcountry.

A new backcountry run which will be one of the steepest, longest backcountry runs on the mountain.

You had me at bar!

[CrazyBoy-1]

We're still planning the traditional trip to Hougton Sat, right?

In a way that addition saddens me. One of the things I love about Bohemia is how un-resortish it is. I liked the fact that there wasn't much there. I suppose it was bound to happen eventually. The mountain can't stay a secret forever. Hopefully the character of the mountain itself with the sparse ungroomed trails and secluded feel will remain intact.

[tylerlough]

We're still planning the traditional trip to Hougton Sat, right?

In a way that addition saddens me. One of the things I love about Bohemia is how un-resortish it is. I liked the fact that there wasn't much there. I suppose it was bound to happen eventually. The mountain can't stay a secret forever. Hopefully the character of the mountain itself with the sparse ungroomed trails and secluded feel will remain intact.
Offering some food and drinks in what is basically a tent is still pretty un-resortish.:) At least there is no swimming pool.
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Nolan - I'm planning on getting there Thursday evening and leaving Monday morning. Staying in one of your cabins on Friday and Saturday is still a possibility.

[adeehr]

Offering some food and drinks in what is basically a tent is still pretty un-resortish.:) At least there is no swimming pool.
------
Nolan - I'm planning on getting there Thursday evening and leaving Monday morning. Staying in one of your cabins on Friday and Saturday is still a possibility.

At this point Dennis is off the confirmed list, so if you want to prepay for your spot in the cabin we have room.

[Mavrick]

You should have my payment.

[adeehr]

You should have my payment.

Yup I got it, you are all set, thanks Marshall!

[Courtney]

We're still planning the traditional trip to Hougton Sat, right?

In a way that addition saddens me. One of the things I love about Bohemia is how un-resortish it is. I liked the fact that there wasn't much there. I suppose it was bound to happen eventually. The mountain can't stay a secret forever. Hopefully the character of the mountain itself with the sparse ungroomed trails and secluded feel will remain intact.

I agree, but I think they'll still have the same feel. They're so far out there that it would take a lot for it to feel more like a commercial resort. Although the new services may attract some more people, it won't be turning into Vail anytime soon.

[nolhay]

We're still planning the traditional trip to Hougton Sat, right?


YESSIR :cool: We can take my blazer back into town since I can squeeze in the most people (6) although from the sounds of it we might need 2 cars

[Mavrick]

YESSIR :cool: We can take my blazer back into town since I can squeeze in the most people (6) although from the sounds of it we might need 2 cars

Tie a few ropes to the bumper, some of us will ride our boards into town.

[sempai]

Tie a few ropes to the bumper, some of us will ride our boards into town.That would be hilarious to see.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Tie a few ropes to the bumper, some of us will ride our boards into town.

I'm in as long as we can get it on video. It'd be a good use for those broken KTP's from last year.

[adeehr]

I'm in as long as I'm the one video taping

[Courtney]

How are you all feeling about event shirts this time around? We're only about 35 days away at this point, but we could still make it happen if you guys are interested.

Here's what the first year's looked like. We could easily adjust this design to represent the dates we're going this year, or we can start fresh.

Here is a larger preview of the design on white (http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/MWMwhite.jpg), and black (http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/MWMblack.jpg).


Here are your color options:
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/MWMcolors.jpg
For a larger version of this file, download the PDF here (http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/MWMcolors.pdf).

[sempai]

What kind of price are we talking for the shirts?

[Courtney]

I think we were able to get them for about $15 in 2010. I'll price an order out tomorrow and post an updated price estimate.

[Mavrick]

I'm in as long as we can get it on video. It'd be a good use for those broken KTP's from last year.

I wanted to do it last year but didn't want to be that guy. I'm all in for some candid stuff like this.

[adeehr]

I'd be interested in one shirt too.

[Courtney]

Here are some more details about potential event t-shirts. We can either use an updated version of the old design, or we can create something new.

Event T-shirt Pricing
One side printed:
- $13.00 (S - XL)
- $15.50 (2XL)
- $18.50 (3XL)
- $18.50 (4XL)
- $18.50 (5XL)

Two sides printed:
- $19.00 (S - XL)
- $22.00 (2XL)
- $25.00 (3XL)
- $25.50 (4XL)
- $25.50 (5XL)

Available colors (some shirt colors may not work if we go with a multicolored design)
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/shirtcolors.jpg

Please let me know if you would potentially be interested in a shirt and whether you'd like to go with a revised version of the original design or something different / new.

[sempai]

I'm interested, and I like the original design. I think it would be cool though if you could incorporate a person on skiboards off to the side of "Midwest Meet", just a thougt. Have you considered an option of long-sleeve t's?

[tylerlough]

sempai, making a few long sleeve shirts would probably be no problem.

Courtney, would you be having these shirts direct-to-garment printed or silk screen printed?
I'm asking because I'd love to see a shirt with full color skiboards on it. I like the old design as is also. Either way I'll buy one.

[adeehr]

I'm really liking that forest color. Whatever people want as a design is good with me, but I don't think we need two sided. That did get expensive when I had the Jay Jam shirts made a couple years ago.

[CrazyBoy-1]

I'd like to see a new design, but I'm guessing the time constraints might make that difficult. With that in mind, I'd be fine with the old design with new dates.

[Mavrick]

I'd like to see it back printed. Not a fan of front prints. As far as the design, if youve got something in mind great, if not no biggie.

[Courtney]

Hey everyone, here's a shirt update.

We can definitely add a simple skiboarder silhouette to the mix.

Since we're on a pretty tight deadline we'll be using digital direct to garment printing. This is the same process we used the first year and they seemed to last pretty well.

Since we're doing digital printing each shirt doesn't have to be exactly the same. I'll post up a couple design options tomorrow for everyone to look at. From there each person can pick a design, shirt color, shirt type (long or short sleeve), and whether they'd like it printed on the front, back, or both. Printing on 1 side costs the same price no matter whether you want the design on the front or back.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Awesome, I do love customized shirts. The ones I have from the first year have held up quite well.

As an aside, I've decided not to attend ShredFest this year due to financial constraints. While that does seriously bum me out, it also makes me want to return to Bohemia all the more. So, I'm throwing this out there already; the unofficial Midwest Meet part two will most likely happen within a couple weekends after ShredFest. A more definite date can be ironed out at the official Midwest Meet one month from now. I know Courtney and Marshall have shown interest in this already, and I encourage any other of the January attendees to seriously consider it. If you've taken advantage of the season pass already, all you'll need to budget for is travel, food, and lodging. Also, I thought Bohemia was a blast in spring conditions, despite the sometimes scarce snow coverage.

[Courtney]

Okay! Here are all of your options. Post up exactly which you'd like and I'll order up. Deadline for ordering a shirt is this Saturday (Dec 24th). The order goes in on the 25th.

Please pay attention to the cost for the size of shirt you are ordering. Sizes 2XL and up cost a bit more, and printing on two sides costs more than one.

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Design Options
(you can choose any design/shirt combination you'd like, including using one design on the front and one on the back)

Classic (#1)
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/ClassicDesign.png

Updated (#2)
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/ClassicDesignUpdate.png

Bohemia (#3)
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/BohemiaLogoDesign.png


Short Sleeve (Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton)

Color options:
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/shirtcolors.jpg

One side printed:
- $13.00 (S - XL)
- $15.50 (2XL)
- $18.50 (3XL)
- $18.50 (4XL)
- $18.50 (5XL)

Two sides printed:
- $19.00 (S - XL)
- $22.00 (2XL)
- $25.00 (3XL)
- $25.50 (4XL)
- $25.50 (5XL)

Long Sleeve (Gildan 2400 Ultra Cotton 100% Cotton Long Sleeve T Shirt)

Color options:
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/longsleevecolors.jpg

One side printed:
- $13.00 (S - XL)
- $15.50 (2 XL)
- $17.00 (3 XL)

Two sides printed:
- $17.00 (S - XL)
- $20.00 (2 XL)
- $21.50 (3 XL)


If you'd like to buy a shirt please post the following (if you're getting more than one post this info for each individual shirt):

1. Design choice (write None if you don't want a design on one of the sides)

Front:

Back:
2. Shirt type

Short Sleeve

Long Sleeve
3. Shirt color
4. Shirt size
5. When you'll be sending your $ via paypal to me at skiboarder035 at gmail

I know this post is a beast so if you have any questions please ask :)

[sempai]

Friday is actually the 23rd. Do you mean Friday the 23rd or Saturday the 24th as the deadline?

[Courtney]

Friday is actually the 23rd. Do you mean Friday the 23rd or Saturday the 24th as the deadline?

Thanks for catching that - I was looking at a calendar with a different layout than normal. Lets go with Saturday the 24th for the deadline. I'll place the order Sunday the 25th.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Shirt 1:
1)Front-None, Back-Updated(#2)
2)Long sleeve
3)Sport Grey
4)Large

Shirt 2:
1)Front-None, Back-Bohemia(#3)
2)Long sleeve
3)Charcoal
4)Large

Paypal $26 - Sent
I had trouble with the link, so I just did it manually.

Thanks Courtney!

[Courtney]

I had trouble with the link, so I just did it manually.


Thanks Tim, got it!

[tylerlough]

1)Front-None, Back-Updated(#2)
2)Long sleeve
3)Navy
4)Large
5)Just sent payment to your email

[adeehr]

1)Front-Updated #3
2)Short sleeve
3)Forest Green
4)Large

Payment paypaled.

[adeehr]

Just an update to everyone too. I am working on getting my grill fixed but as of right now it's out of commission, so we may have to do an alternative on Friday night...but I'll keep trying to find out why it won't fire and get fixed, hopefully in time!

[tylerlough]

Andy, my grandma has a small propane grill she would probably let me bring.
It looks like Bohemia still doesn't have any snow to speak of.

[Courtney]

1)Front-Updated #3
2)Short sleeve
3)Forest Green
4)Large

Payment paypaled.

Just to clarify, do you want Updated (#2) or Bohemia (#3)?

[Courtney]

Andy, my grandma has a small propane grill she would probably let me bring.
It looks like Bohemia still doesn't have any snow to speak of.

It'd be great if you wouldn't mind bringing it along.

As far as the no snow situation..
We were in the same situation last year and considered changing the date, but then Bohemia got slammed. Due to the hill's location on the peninsula they get lake effect snow from both directions, so when it snows there it really snows there. We'll continue to closely monitor the weather, but I think we should be ok. They should be getting dumped on at least once within the next 25 days or so.

Today they're calling for at least 1-2 inches, but it looks like it could bring a lot more depending on how fast this storm is moving.

http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/Screenshot2011-12-23at6.57.42AM.png

[adeehr]

Just to clarify, do you want Updated (#2) or Bohemia (#3)?

You switching up the naming convention? You can't do that to me, I don't pay that close of attention! :p Bohemia 3 palease!

[adeehr]

Andy, my grandma has a small propane grill she would probably let me bring.
It looks like Bohemia still doesn't have any snow to speak of.

Yes like Courtney said, please do bring it along. I'll bring brats and burgers as usual and grill them up! Thanks!

[sempai]

Shirt 1:
1)Front-Updated(#2), Back-None
2)Long sleeve
3)Charcoal
4)Large

Shirt 2:
1)Front-None, Back-Bohemia(#3)
2)Long sleeve
3)Sport Grey
4)Large

Sent PayPal $26

[Courtney]

Hey everyone, I'll be placing the shirt order tonight so there's still some time if you haven't ordered a shirt yet and would like to. You have until 6PM Central tonight.

[nolhay]

1. Front: Bohemia #3 Back: Classi #1
2. Short Sleeve
3. Forrest
4. XL
5. uhhhhhh.... :confused:

[Courtney]

1. Front: Bohemia #3 Back: Classi #1
2. Short Sleeve
3. Forrest
4. XL
5. uhhhhhh.... :confused:

Thanks Nolan. You can paypal $17 to skiboarder035 at gmail.

The order has been placed. Thanks everyone!

[Courtney]

Here's the update from Mount Bohemia's website:

"UPDATE: DECEMBER 31 AT 10AM

GOOD NEWS

There is a possible significant snow event for Sunday into Tuesday with possible significant accumulations. If this was a strong enough event Mount Bohemia could be close to opening. There is second lake effect event forcasted for the weekend of Jan 6-8th. As of right now based on the current forcast we are forcasting opening somewhere between Jan 6th and Jan 13th.

Please note as with all forcasts this one could be wrong so please check this website before heading up
Keep checking for updates...."

[CrazyBoy-1]

Hopefully that forecast holds, and we get some decent conditions for the meet.

[sempai]

Here's the update from Mount Bohemia's website:

"UPDATE: DECEMBER 31 AT 10AM

GOOD NEWS

As of right now based on the current forcast we are forcasting opening somewhere between Jan 6th and Jan 13th.
That's cutting it close.

[sempai]

Hopefully that forecast holds, and we get some decent conditions for the meet.Hopefully, but with how this winter is turning out I wouldn't bet on it.

[Courtney]

Mount Bohemia
UPDATE: JANUARY 2 AT 9AM
Winter storm warning currently in effect for Mount Bohemia

We have received close to a foot of snow since Saturday night with up to a another six inches of snow predicted thru Monday night.

Mount Bohemia is preparing to possibly open this Thursday, January 5th. Please check this site before heading up but things look very promising for this weekend. There is a second lake effect event forecasted for the weekend of Jan 6-8th.

Please note as with all forecasts this one could be wrong so please check this website before heading up.

[CrazyBoy-1]

That's more like it.

[Courtney]

Hey everyone, here are a few updates and reminders for the trip:

Snow update:
Bohemia will be opening Saturday with early season conditions. There's still plenty of time for them to get hit with another strong storm or two, so by the time we get there conditions should be pretty good.

Stuff you need to bring:
A towel, soap, shampoo
Multiple different layers (it could be cold, but you get hot riding powder)
Boots, boards, bindings
Gloves / Mittens
Goggles
Helmet
Jacket + pants
Something to cover your face

Stuff we recommend you bring:
A back up set of boards
A camel back if you have one
Cameras, video cameras

Other stuff to keep in mind:
A fresh coat of wax will be very important. I'll bring wax and an iron, but it would be best if your gear was waxed for riding on Friday.

If you have a helmet, wear it. If not, consider picking one up. Riding trees can be unpredictable.

Pillows and blankets are provided in the cabins, but the blankets aren't the warmest. If you get cold at night it would be a good idea to bring a sleeping bag.

[adeehr]

As of right now we have 6 confirmed for the cabins, so the cabins are square. We do have room for two more, but Nick has indicated he wanted one of the spots but hasn't reserved it yet. Tyler if you want a spot in the cabins let me know, as of now there are 8 coming including you which would fill up the cabins nicely!

[CrazyBoy-1]

One of the downsides of flying out will be my inability to bring all the stuff I did last time. I will have extra boards though.

[adeehr]

You still shipping your stuff to me?

[CrazyBoy-1]

Yes, I plan to ship the boards the preceding weekend, so they are sure to get to you in time.


Also, I forgot to mention that I picked up a GoPro HD recently, so we'll have more filming options.

[Courtney]

Awesome! Sounds like we'll have 3 cameras: 2 GoPros and 1 Contour.

I'll bring a computer we can dump everything on and watch the footage. If people want to bring hard drives we can send everyone home with copies of all the files too.

[sempai]

Just came across this clip of a few guys on shorties at Bohemia. This should get everyone revved up. I sure hope there's a big storm before the meet. I want powder like in this vid.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWzps9U2zYA&feature=player_embedded

[nolhay]

omg I couldn't watch more than a minute of that video...I get this weird feeling that it was filmed in the 80s...

[sempai]

omg I couldn't watch more than a minute of that video...I get this weird feeling that it was filmed in the 80s...80's, why?

[adeehr]

SNOW REPORT: JANUARY 9, 2012 AT NOON
Good News:
Picked up more snow over the weekend
Better news:
Snow is predicted starting Wednesday thru Saturday

We now have over 21 runs open covering 100 acres of terrain

All the runs of Haunted Valley are now open
All of Pirates Cove and Prospector, Widowmaker, TNT, Pick axe, Claim Jumper, Powder keg, Rumbling Bear, Black Bear, Upper Polar Bear, Upper Beast, and Brown Bear.

[Mavrick]

I have 4 batteries and two 32gb cards for my hero2. I plan on filming everything...and maybe some time lapse shots.

[Courtney]

Shirt Update
Hey everyone, the shirts arrived at my house yesterday. I'll take a look at them tonight and post up some photos. I'll be bringing them to Bohemia and passing them out there. If for some reason anyone is unable to make it, I'll mail them their shirt after the meet.

Snow Update
Bohemia has a decent amount of the mountain open right now. This coming week is looking promising.
http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/BohemiaSnowUpdate011012.png


I have 4 batteries and two 32gb cards for my hero2. I plan on filming everything...and maybe some time lapse shots.

Nice! That will be perfect!

[Courtney]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7155/6675284947_b030a80952.jpg

The skiboarder silhouette is a little dark on the darker colored shirts, but everything else looks great.

[sempai]

Those look really nice!

[Courtney]

Bohemia is in the 12+ category for the next 48 hours!

http://www.thisiscourtney.com/MWM/USMA0046.jpeg

[adeehr]

Has anyone else been able to ride yet this year?? I have had ZERO days on the slopes...The ski hills near me are basically bare and have a couple runs where they've put heavy snow making into but it's only a couple.

I wish I would have at least one day before bohemia to get familiar with my new snowboard boot/rocker binding setup in place, but it looks like I'll hit it hard with new gear...might want to keep that cameras off me...I call dibs on last guy in the line!! :D

[sempai]

I've only been out once. I think we are going out this weekend. Then I'll be getting three days in before the meet.

http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=10#en

Andrew,

It will be interesting to learn how you like the Rocker bindings and snowboard boot setup. I've been considering going that route myself.

[SkaFreak]

I think I've had 7 or 8 days now :p

[adeehr]

I think I've had 7 or 8 days now :p

Sure Andrew, rub that in!

[adeehr]

I've only been out once. I think we are going out this weekend. Then I'll be getting three days in before the meet.

http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=10#en

Andrew,

It will be interesting to learn how you like the Rocker bindings and snowboard boot setup. I've been considering going that route myself.

I'm not sure what size shoe you wear, but I'll have size 13 boots that I'll be using in case anyone else wants to try it out. I bought the absolute stiffest snowboard boots I could find, the Atomic Tremor boots. Stiff rating of 10 on a 10 scale. I put them on and can't get the things off they are so tight, so at least I know I'll feel safe around the ankles. Plus the bindings are built very strong so I think that'll help support.

Knowing us (and Tim) we'll probably have a good hour or two discussion on these bindings inbetween runs or in the evening, it's bound to happen!

[Courtney]

I have 12 days in so far, but the conditions have been pretty rough. Ice or mush, nothing in between.

[Mavrick]

I was finally able to go out last saturday. The snow, the crowd(less), it was the best day i've ever ridden there. They've been making snow all week so i'll likely go friday and saturday. Next week in preparation to the trip i requested the whole week in the office so i'll probably go monday and wednesday too.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Knowing us (and Tim) we'll probably have a good hour or two discussion on these bindings inbetween runs or in the evening, it's bound to happen!

What's that supposed to mean?!

But seriously, I'm stoked so see these things in person. I'd be considering them myself if I didn't already have too much invested in my Track 225/Bomber setup.

As far as days on the snow go, I've also had zero. I am planning on getting out somewhere (anywhere) this weekend, but that'll be it. I've also spent the last four months sitting at a desk thanks to my new position, so I'm severely out of shape. I'm pretty much betting everything on Jack's opinion of the magic rockered Condors to get me through the meet this year.

[adeehr]

What's that supposed to mean?!

But seriously, I'm stoked so see these things in person. I'd be considering them myself if I didn't already have too much invested in my Track 225/Bomber setup.

As far as days on the snow go, I've also had zero. I am planning on getting out somewhere (anywhere) this weekend, but that'll be it. I've also spent the last four months sitting at a desk thanks to my new position, so I'm severely out of shape. I'm pretty much betting everything on Jack's opinion of the magic rockered Condors to get me through the meet this year.

You know EXACTLY what I mean!! :D

Yikes man! A desk job, that's killer on the strength of your legs.

I'm kicking myself now for not getting the season pass, not because I think I'll be in shape to do 3 days, but for the fact that I don't want to pay $150 to ride, even a short while, all days. DAMNIT!

[Mavrick]

You know EXACTLY what I mean!! :D

Yikes man! A desk job, that's killer on the strength of your legs.

I'm kicking myself now for not getting the season pass, not because I think I'll be in shape to do 3 days, but for the fact that I don't want to pay $150 to ride, even a short while, all days. DAMNIT!

I said the same thing last year. Fortunately Dennis didn't ski Sunday and I didn't have to pay.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Marshall, are you still interested in trying the Condors? I'll be bringing them anyway, but I was just curious.

I just ordered some extra batteries and SD cards for my GoPro, so I should also be able to get a good bit of footage. To all with cameras, don't forget to record some miscellaneous traveling shots. We also need to bring the cameras along into Houghton on Saturday for some apreskiboarding footage. These are always good to flesh out an edit.

[nolhay]

In the past two weeks they've accumulated 83 inches of snow??? I'll be going out today to get the new bombers adjusted and the boards broken in. I'll let ya all know if the snowpants still fit!


SNOW REPORT: JANUARY 15, 2012 AT 7:00AM
Past 24 hours: 1 inches
Season Total: 83 inches

We have over 50 runs open and 300 acres of terrain
100% Bohemia Mining Company
100% Pirates Cove
100% Haunted Valley
70% Bear Den
100% Outerlimits
Tommyknockers, Badlands and the Bluffs are now open

Expect umarked obstacles

[Mavrick]

Marshall, are you still interested in trying the Condors? I'll be bringing them anyway, but I was just curious.

I just ordered some extra batteries and SD cards for my GoPro, so I should also be able to get a good bit of footage. To all with cameras, don't forget to record some miscellaneous traveling shots. We also need to bring the cameras along into Houghton on Saturday for some apreskiboarding footage. These are always good to flesh out an edit.

Always interested in trying something new. I forgot we had that conversation.

I was planning on doing exactly that Tim. Actually think I'm going to time lapse the travel section, minus the stops.

I've got two 32gb sd's and I'm planning on filling them every day.

[sempai]

Who will be arriving when at Bohemia? I'm driving up Friday morning from my stay in Ironwood. I'll be there by opening time. Anyone else?

[CrazyBoy-1]

I believe the current plan for those of us coming up from Wisconsin is to arrive at the mountain around noon. I don't think this is set in stone though.

[Courtney]

Marshall and I will be arriving around opening time (10:00 AM Friday).

[tylerlough]

I believe the current plan for those of us coming up from Wisconsin is to arrive at the mountain around noon. I don't think this is set in stone though.
If we want to get there around noon that means Nick and I need to get to Andrew's house around 6 or 6:30am.
From my aunts house to Andrew's house is 60 miles so it should be a little under a 1.5 hour drive. So if Nick gets to my aunts about 4:45 or 5am that could get us to the mountain by about noon, weather permitting. That would mean Nick would leave his house in Waukesha at about 4am. :( I hope he's ok with that.

[nolhay]

I'll be making the 10 hour drive thursday morning to arrive in houton for some dinner @ tech and possible skiing ripley thursday night. I'm leaving houghton Friday morning to get to the mountain around noon on friday

[Mavrick]

Looks like the weather is going to rock this weekend! no 0 degree and below days. It will be nice not to have to wear as many layers like last year.

[CrazyBoy-1]

If we want to get there around noon that means Nick and I need to get to Andrew's house around 6 or 6:30am.
From my aunts house to Andrew's house is 60 miles so it should be a little under a 1.5 hour drive. So if Nick gets to my aunts about 4:45 or 5am that could get us to the mountain by about noon, weather permitting. That would mean Nick would leave his house in Waukesha at about 4am. :( I hope he's ok with that.

Don't feel any pressure to rush on my account. I'm feeing it a bit in my lower back and legs after just five hours at the local mountain, so even two days at Bohemia should be plenty. I call back of the pack with Andrew.

[Mavrick]

hey guys, do me a favor. can you log what times you leave>get on plane>leave>Stops in between>getback on the road>arrive at bohemia?. i want to do something neat with everyone's travel times.

and if you've got cameras, film everything. travel, stops, funny stuff, etc.

[CrazyBoy-1]

No problem.

[adeehr]

Tim I'll race you for slowest....

[CrazyBoy-1]

Tim I'll race you for slowest....

Hahaha, you're on!

[Courtney]

Tim.. we've always had you to blame when we found a flat spot. Who will be our new trail blazer?

[sempai]

Gotta love the lake effect. It snowed hard while I was at Indianhead today. I imagine it did the same at Bohemia.

[adeehr]

Gotta love the lake effect. It snowed hard while I was at Indianhead today. I imagine it did the same at Bohemia.

You better not be out there killing your legs again this year!!

[sempai]

You better not be out there killing your legs again this year!!I am, but I'm riding at Bohemia this time regardless. Now I'm off to soak my tired legs in epsom salt in my in-room jacuzzi. Ha ha! :D

[nolhay]

Just some last minute things to remember...
*Bring A Pillow
*Bring A towel, body soap, hand soap, shampoo & all toiletries.
*Bring Extra comforter if you get cold easy
*Bring Flashlights ;)
*Bring two-way radios for comms on the hill
*Bring power strips to accommodate your gear
*Cameras, video cameras, hard drives & extra memory
*Bring $1 Cash for each day you plan to ride if you have a season pass.
*FILL YOUR GAS TANK ALL THE WAY and go shopping @ the Wally-World/Econo Foods in Houghton
*Remember where you left your keys, cell phone and wallet at all times.
*There is no cell service at the base of the hill. I will have 1 two way radio on channel 8
*There is great cell service at the top of the hill, you just have to be able to ski down.
*I will have my laptop with skype/email/facebook for the people you aren't bringing technology to let their family know they haven't run into a tree or plummeted to their death. The internet is not that great up there though so don't count on it working.

Places:
If you're looking for food or pop I would suggest going to Econo-food which is right across the road from walmart, they are usually always cheaper.
1000 W Sharon Ave Houghton, MI 49931

As for outdoor gear Down Wind Sports is about the only place you're going to get good service, you could go to Mount Ripley but they aren't that great.
308 Shelden Ave Houghton, MI 49931

Bear Belly Bar & Grill is the Gas Station/7-11/Burger Bar 5 min. from Bohemia. Burgers and fries are about $6-$8
11627 Superior Street, Lac La Belle, MI 49950

The only big name bank you'll find up there is a Wells Fargo, other than that ATM's are few and far between, stock up when you get to Houghton.

Ski Gear:
*Helmet (This is a must)
*Multiple different layers (it could be cold, but you get hot riding powder)
*A camel back is a good idea
*Boots, boards, bindings & spare boards
*Gloves / Mittens
*Goggles - No night skiing
*Jacket + pants
*Something to cover your face
*Hand Warmers/Feet Warmers
*Chap stick



********* BOHEMIA TREASURE MAP *********
A1/A2 - A1) Off the lift by the base you go around the drop off of the other lift to get to the Haunted Valley Section of the Map. Altho it looks like individual cleared Glades its basically an entire nice wide section where the little stuff is cleared out. Medium thickness of trees, and if you head hard left its one "trail name" a little less left is another the middle is a third and so on. so basically wherever you enter the woods its a different '"trail". All these woods filter and end up on a actual cleared trail that will bring you back round to the other side of the mountain at point A2. The trail the woods filter to is pretty flat so some pushing is likely going on.

B) Off the main lift left and between one of the few blue trails on the right "Phoenix" I believe is the name and the back to the left are some good fairly wide open woods with a bunch of smaller drops,cliffs, and natural features.

C) Just under and right of the Main lift are some nice dense woods that Dennis and i found a really nice broken tree that we used as a kicker/ up-rail thingy. Probably rose almost 5 feet at the tall end. A few other small drops here. Pretty steep sections as well.

D) Off main lift right hand u-turn. follow trail maybe 100m and then duck into the woodsas soon as they start to clear out a little. We actually had to duck under a branch and up a hill so we had to carry speed and it was a tight fit. But worth it. There was a phenominal 12-15ft drop (approx at the hash mark) after about 50m. just enough room to get some speed and drop it. landing a bit tight with trees so make sure you step to the edge and plan out your line before dropping. After the big rock it is fairly smooth and steep. and medium thickness with the trees.

E) X Doesn't mean don't go there just means they weren't open when we went so i have no idea. If you ride these i Guess you can either shuffle on a flat 'trail' thing to the second lift or you can drop down to the road and the roving Bohemia buss will pick you up and take you back to the lift. it just makes laps up and down that road all day,

F) ALL these trails were awesome. Just be careful. No grooming so there are quite a few things that you wont normally come across at your regular resorts. But they were all fairly steep in places and you can pop in and out of the woods along most of them. Just be careful there are a couple of ravines you don't want to get stuck down in. Also there wasn't as much snow when we went as now but some of the drainage ditches going perpendicular to the trail were pretty severe ( this actually goes for all cleared out trails) and if your not careful, or if you want them to they will throw you 10-15 feet. When we went you could hit these and get air and land in the snow however you wanted and not feel it. Just scope it out before hand.



You might see me do a Nolan this year...
The Nolan: Traversing down a slope wearing skiboards, but without utilizing them. Generally the stomach or back are substituted as the sliding surface. See also "Shamu impersonation"

[pinkkid]

Just wanted to say HAVE FUN everyone!!!!!! Sounds like a great time and good snow to be had for all going! Looking forward to any pictures & video that pop up on the forum!!!
Woo hoo!!!! first meet of the NEW year season is here, niiiiiice job you guys, keep it going!:cool:

[CrazyBoy-1]

Tim.. we've always had you to blame when we found a flat spot. Who will be our new trail blazer?

Lol, I guess we'll have to nominate someone new this year. Of course, I could just yell grossly inaccurate directions from the back of the pack too. We have to hit at least a couple flats spot purely for tradition's sake. I mean really, what's a Midwest Meet without a little cross-country skiboarding?

[slow]

Enjoy your weekend and be safe everyone. We expect to see a lot of posted pictures and video! :D

[Courtney]

Thanks guys! We'll have plenty to share :)


Arrival Times & Meeting Up
Courtney & Marshall - 10:00 AM
Scott - 10:00 AM
Nolan - 12:00 PM
Andrew, Nick, Tyler, Tim - 12:00 PM

These times can of course change, but this is when it looks like people will be planning to arrive.

Scott, do you want to meet me and Marshall at the bottom of the main lift around opening? We may run into you sooner than that while we all get our tickets, but we'll plan to hang out by the lift and look for you.

Nolan, Andrew, Nick, Tyler & Tim, should we plan to meet you all at the bottom of the main lift around 12:30? If we don't see you guys by then we can try again at 1:00.

[adeehr]

Thanks guys! We'll have plenty to share :)


Arrival Times & Meeting Up
Courtney & Marshall - 10:00 AM
Scott - 10:00 AM
Nolan - 12:00 PM
Andrew, Nick, Tyler, Tim - 12:00 PM

These times can of course change, but this is when it looks like people will be planning to arrive.

Scott, do you want to meet me and Marshall at the bottom of the main lift around opening? We may run into you sooner than that while we all get our tickets, but we'll plan to hang out by the lift and look for you.

Nolan, Andrew, Nick, Tyler & Tim, should we plan to meet you all at the bottom of the main lift around 12:30? If we don't see you guys by then we can try again at 1:00.

Since I stupidly didn't buy a season pass I will probably skip Friday riding, and it sounds like we will be arriving around 1pm or so. They added a new 'luxury' yurt this year that sleeps 13 it says. I want to check that out as the price is $5 cheaper per night than renting 2 cabins. So next year we may be able to do that instead of cabins and we could welcome in more people and drive the price down. Gotta think ahead!

[Courtney]

Since I stupidly didn't buy a season pass I will probably skip Friday riding, and it sounds like we will be arriving around 1pm or so.

Ok, sounds good. We'll head down to the main lift around 1:30 to look for the rest of the guys.

[sempai]

Scott, do you want to meet me and Marshall at the bottom of the main lift around opening? We may run into you sooner than that while we all get our tickets, but we'll plan to hang out by the lift and look for you.If I remember correctly, Bohemia is on EST time. Yes? So we'll meet at 10:00 EST, right? If you are wearing your bright yellow pants, it shouldn't be hard to spot you.

[adeehr]

Crap, forgot about the time change. So it may be 2pm before we are there, ugh!

[Courtney]

If I remember correctly, Bohemia is on EST time. Yes? So we'll meet at 10:00 EST, right? If you are wearing your bright yellow pants, it shouldn't be hard to spot you.


Good point. Yes, Bohemia is in the EST time zone so for everyone coming from MN or WI Bohemia will be an hour ahead of us.

I'll be in my yellow pants and purple jacket at the main lift with Marshall at 10:00 EST :)

[CrazyBoy-1]

Yeah, the whole time change threw me a bit too. I couldn't figure out how my flight from Baltimore to Milwaukee was only one hour...

6:35 local time. I'm sitting by my gate waiting to board for departure...

[nolhay]

I'm sitting in the dorms at michigan tech right now. If anyone is in houghton I wouldn't mind meeting up!

[Courtney]

Hey guys, we had a little change of plans and decided to drive to Houghton earlier. We're in town now so we'll probably get to the hill more around 11:00.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Currently sitting at the airport waiting to head home. This weekend was a lot of fun. I wasn't nearly as sore as I thought I might be, which is a pleasant surprise. I'm excited to see what kind of edits come out of this. Andrew and I looked at a bunch of my footage last night, and my mounts turned out better than l expected.

[Mavrick]

Currently sitting at the airport waiting to head home. This weekend was a lot of fun. I wasn't nearly as sore as I thought I might be, which is a pleasant surprise. I'm excited to see what kind of edits come out of this. Andrew and I looked at a bunch of my footage last night, and my mounts turned out better than l expected.

I completely agree. I could have done another day of riding. I was in better shape than I thought. Though, it may have had something to do with the fact that we didn do a cross country ski this year...

[Courtney]

I've spent a lot of time cutting down the footage we shot. I think we'll have plenty :)

Some of this stuff is hilarious.

[adeehr]

Be warned...you may see more of Tim's backside and crotch then you'd like when you see his board footage... :p

[CrazyBoy-1]

That implies that someone would like to see any of my backside, which I highly doubt.

Just got home. Looks like they had snow here right after I left, go figure.

So who is sending footage to who first? Andrew and Courtney each have some of mine already.

[Courtney]

I have all of mine and all of Marshall's, plus Tim's from the first day. I gave Marshall a copy of it as well.

Tim, do you want to send me your card then I can send it to Marshall and he can send it back? I can send you everything else right away.

What I have so far is weighing in at about 43gb. A lot of the footage is scrap, but there are quite a few gems.

[CrazyBoy-1]

That sounds good. I'll send both my 32GB cards to you after copying what I have on there to my computer. Just take everything off and then put on as much of your and Marshall's footage as can fit. I'll leave it up to your discretion as far as what you put on.

I'm not sure if I still have your address, so PM that to me just in case, please.

[Karl]

Can't wait to see some footage and pics from the meet. I really need to get out there one of these years...

[tylerlough]

Karl, there may be a few of us going back to Mt Bohemia later in February.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Nick, I tried to reply to your PM, but it says your mailbox is full.

Courtney, I should be able to mail the SD cards tomorrow. I have them ready, I just need to get to a post office.

Everyone, if I make it back out to Bohemia, it will be the weekend of the 25th and 26th of February. I'm sorting out how feasible that will be right now. Anyone else who thinks they can make it, please let me know.

[Courtney]

Everyone, if I make it back out to Bohemia, it will be the weekend of the 25th and 26th of February. I'm sorting out how feasible that will be right now. Anyone else who thinks they can make it, please let me know.

Hey Tim, I could make it out the weekend of the 25th and 26th. I'd probably have to start driving after leaving work on Friday around 3, arrive in the area around 11 PM or midnight, ride Saturday & Sunday, then leave right after riding Sunday to be back at work Monday to give a week long training.

Would this work with anyone else? Obviously not good timing for anyone traveling to Shredfest.

I could fit 3 in my car if we pack light. I could pick people up at MSP if you can get a flight that arrives before 3pm on Friday the 24th and leaves around 1 or 2am Monday the 27th.


Updated conditions:
SNOW REPORT: JANUARY 27, 2012 AT 8:00AM
OVER 20 INCHES OF NEW SNOW THIS WEEK !

[ZwingZ]

I can make it for sure that weekend. I will be driving up from Milwaukee so if anyone needs a ride on the way I can pick them up.

Tim, I cleaned out my PMs.

Hopefully Ill see everyone then? I cant wait to see the footage!

[CrazyBoy-1]

I'll be keeping an eye out for flights into Milwaukee or MSP on Friday. I'm thinking stay in Houghton Friday night and then hit Bohemia Sat/Sun. That'll cut down on lodging costs, and we still get two days of riding. I may not be able to hammer down a schedule and get confirmed tickets until about two weeks before. Hopefully, that'll be enough time for everyone to plan.

[tylerlough]

I should be able to go on that weekend. Midwest Meetup 2012 Part II.:cool: Karl, I hope you're able to join us.

[CrazyBoy-1]

It's amazing how much of a difference there is in flight costs to different airports. It's about $50 more each way to fly to MSP, so I'm looking at Milwaukee again. I can get a flight in Friday morning and then a return flight Monday morning. It'll be about $40 more than my last round trip, but that's still a really good deal considering current air fairs. Nick, let me know if that will work for you. I'll have to wait until my next paycheck to book the flights anyway, so that'll be this coming Tuesday at the earliest. After I'm confirmed on flights, I'll look into booking a cabin for Saturday night.

Anyone else able to return for part 2?

[Courtney]

I'll send Karl a PM.

[Courtney]

I'm thinking stay in Houghton Friday night and then hit Bohemia Sat/Sun. That'll cut down on lodging costs, and we still get two days of riding.

I'm down for packing into a hotel room to keep costs low for everyone on Friday night. I have a sleeping bag and would be totally fine on the floor. Anyone else?

I just looked at Bohemia's website for available lodging and it looks like they only have space in their hostel available for that weekend. Cost is only $20 a bed and right now all 14 beds in the hostel yurt are available. While we'd likely be sharing the space with people we don't know, this might be our only nearby affordable option. If we decide to go this route they require you to bring your own linens or sleeping bags and towels.

[tylerlough]

That would be nice to stay in Houghton on Friday night because they actually have places to eat with real food.
the Mt Bohemia website says something about a two night minimum, I'm not sure if that's enforced.

[Courtney]

That would be nice to stay in Houghton on Friday night because they actually have places to eat with real food.
the Mt Bohemia website says something about a two night minimum, I'm not sure if that's enforced.

Good catch. I would assume for the hostel that it isn't enforced or doesn't apply. That may have been why the only results that showed were hostel beds when I selected only Saturday night.

[Karl]

Sorry for the late entrance to this thread, haven't been checking it until Courtney PM'd me. (Subscribed now)

I told Courtney I was celebrating my b-day that weekend with family but I'm trying to see if I can make it work another weekend with the fam, not to mention procuring some $$$. If things do work out what did all of you end up doing for lift tickets? Did you do the season pass thing in December? Is $50 a day the only other way to do it for me or does anyone know of any deals?

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ok, I've been busy with work, so I'm a bit behind on the posts.

Lodging: I vote for a hotel room in Houghton for both Friday and Saturday nights. I'm not so keen on the Yurt if we have no idea who we'll be sharing with, plus I'm not in a position to bring bedding etc since I'm flying in. A few positives for staying in Houghton; 1)probably just as cheap as the yurt if we all split one room, and nobody has to bring bedding. I can pretty much sleep anywhere, so if I get a pillow and a blanket, I can crash on the floor no problem. 2)Free, albeit lackluster, breakfast. 3)Joey's! 4)looks like there will only be four or five of us going, so we should be able to squeeze into one vehicle. 5)I will remember my Nolanized KTP's this time, and we can skitch back to Houghton.

Footage: Courtney, I sent the cards today, so look for them within the next couple days. I intended to mail them Saturday, but I forgot that the post office closes at noon, and I showed up at 1pm. Yay me

Karl: Plan your natality festivities for Thursday, and instruct your kin to bestow money for lift tickets, lodging, food, and gas upon you. Then join us for the weekend. I doubt you will regret it. Most of us do purchase the season pass in December, and I bet you will as well for next year. As for the weekend in question, I know of no discount tickets, so you'll need $100 for both days.

[Mavrick]

Ok, I've been busy with work, so I'm a bit behind on the posts.

Lodging: I vote for a hotel room in Houghton for both Friday and Saturday nights. I'm not so keen on the Yurt if we have no idea who we'll be sharing with, plus I'm not in a position to bring bedding etc since I'm flying in. A few positives for staying in Houghton; 1)probably just as cheap as the yurt if we all split one room, and nobody has to bring bedding. I can pretty much sleep anywhere, so if I get a pillow and a blanket, I can crash on the floor no problem. 2)Free, albeit lackluster, breakfast. 3)Joey's! 4)looks like there will only be four or five of us going, so we should be able to squeeze into one vehicle. 5)I will remember my Nolanized KTP's this time, and we can skitch back to Houghton.

Footage: Courtney, I sent the cards today, so look for them within the next couple days. I intended to mail them Saturday, but I forgot that the post office closes at noon, and I showed up at 1pm. Yay me

Karl: Plan your natality festivities for Thursday, and instruct your kin to bestow money for lift tickets, lodging, food, and gas upon you. Then join us for the weekend. I doubt you will regret it. Most of us do purchase the season pass in December, and I bet you will as well for next year. As for the weekend in question, I know of no discount tickets, so you'll need $100 for both days.

I had to back out of shredfest due to work/time constraints, however, I could do a weekend in Bohemia so long as I'm back to work Monday. I'll look at flights this weekend. I'm game for staying at a hotel in houghton. The yurts don't sit to well with my paranoia of theft.

[Courtney]

I had to back out of shredfest due to work/time constraints, however, I could do a weekend in Bohemia so long as I'm back to work Monday. I'll look at flights this weekend. I'm game for staying at a hotel in houghton. The yurts don't sit to well with my paranoia of theft.

Sucks about Shredfest but it'd be awesome if you could make it to Bohemia again.

I'm down for staying in Houghton both nights. The Holiday Inn Express was pretty nice. Plenty of room. What was the Travel Lodge like?

Karl! You should definitely try to make it :D

[ZwingZ]

Im game for Houghton both nights. I have extra sleeping bags/pillows and whatever else, Also, I can bring up the Rodeo, which will fit 5 people and all our stuff if we want to take it to Bohemia each day.

Tim, I can pick you up no problem on friday, we can drive up to Houghton and get a head start on Joey's!

On a semi-related note....I was driving over on the west side of madison yesterday and came across a Joey's seafood restaurant with the same blue and yellow color scheme....WTF! I refuse to go there out of principle.

I hope we can make this work.

[sempai]

You guys should officially deem your return to Bohemia "The Midwest Meet 3.2". :)

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ok, I'm all set. Just finished purchasing my tickets. I'm locked in for that weekend now, so I hope everyone can make it.

Nick, I get into Milwaukee Friday morning at 9:30, and I leave on Monday morning at 11. I wanted an earlier flight on Friday, so we'd have more of a head start to Houghton, but that's the earliest they had available. PM me your email, and I'll forward you my itinerary.

[Courtney]

Can't wait! Bohemia had better snow than Colorado does right now.. by far.

[sempai]

Can't wait! Bohemia had better snow than Colorado does right now.. by far."Had" is the key word. Colorado is getting dumped on right now. The long-range forecast for Bohemia unfortunately doesn't look all that great .

[Courtney]

"Had" is the key word. Colorado is getting dumped on right now. The long-range forecast for Bohemia unfortunately doesn't look all that great .

Yup I'm not surprised that it would dump the day after I'm done riding out here. This trip home tonight could get interesting.

[sempai]

Yup I'm not surprised that it would dump the day after I'm done riding out here. This trip home tonight could get interesting.Oh, so you are in Colorado? Where did you ride, and how was it?

[pinkkid]

Oh, so you are in Colorado? Where did you ride, and how was it?

If you checked FB you'd know! LOL!

[sempai]

If you checked FB you'd know! LOL!What the hell is FB? Is that the thing all the kids are into nowadays? :)

[pinkkid]

What the hell is FB? Is that the thing all the kids are into nowadays? :)

Sempai.. you are getting tooo old. :rolleyes: ;) hahahahaha!

[Courtney]

Oh, so you are in Colorado? Where did you ride, and how was it?

Yeah just finished riding Breckenridge for 3 days and Keystone at night. All the snow is staying east of the divide, so the mountains aren't getting any of it.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Even if we end up with the same conditions as MM1, we'll still have fun. We were even dropping the cliffs that year.

[Courtney]

Can everyone who wants the footage PM me their address?

We have 57GB total. I'm throwing it all on a 60GB external drive that we can send from one person to the next.

I already have Tim and Andrew's addresses, but I'd like to make a list of everyone's to send along with it so each person can send it to the next person on the list.

Thanks!

[Mavrick]

I'm out for the second visit. My little sister is turning 21 that weekend. I've been getting crap about missing it since i decided to duck out on Shredfest and go to bohemia. Have fun.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Marshall, bring her along.

Courtney, are you just going to put the footage on my cards for me? That would mean I wouldn't need the external drive sent to me at all.

[sempai]

Can everyone who wants the footage PM me their address?

We have 57GB total. I'm throwing it all on a 60GB external drive that we can send from one person to the next.

I already have Tim and Andrew's addresses, but I'd like to make a list of everyone's to send along with it so each person can send it to the next person on the list.

Thanks!Are you creating a video to post here?

[Courtney]

Are you creating a video to post here?

Yup, I've been working on going through the footage and will eventually have an edit put together. There's a ton of stuff to sort through so it's pretty time consuming, this was just for everyone else who wanted a copy of the files.

[Courtney]

The hard drive is on the way to you now Andrew. It should be there by Thursday.

On the hard drive there is a text file called Addresses. Once you copy the footage simply mail the hard drive to the name person on the list :)

[Courtney]

Midwest Meet 3.2

Who can we confirm for going back to Mount Bohemia Feb 25 & 26?

Confirmed
Tim
Courtney
Nick
Tyler

Keep us updated so we can book a hotel room really soon.

Tim: How was the Travellodge?

Here are the rates and what is currently available for Friday and Saturday night in Houghton.
Super8: 2 Double Beds, 2 nights for 137.10 total
Travellodge: 1 Queen and 1 Double Bed Suite, 2 nights for $155.87 total
Country Inn & Suites: 2 Queen Beds, 2 nights for $218.00 + tax
Holiday Inn Express: No availability

Let's confirm who can come and book a room ASAP. Availability is starting to become limited.

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P.S.
The video is live!

Here's the thread in the media section:
http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12995&p=121933#post121933

[adeehr]

The hard drive is on the way to you now Andrew. It should be there by Thursday.

On the hard drive there is a text file called Addresses. Once you copy the footage simply mail the hard drive to the name person on the list :)

Thanks Courtney, sorry i didnt read this until now, but yes, I have the hard drive, it's copying over to my HD as we speak. It should be in the mail to Tim in the morning, along with your sunglasses Tim!

[tylerlough]

I'd like to confirm that I'll be going to part II.
That particular Travellodge has decent reviews on Google.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Sorry, I forgot to respond about the Travelodge earlier. I've stayed there the previous two trips, and I had no complaints. Everything was clean, no weird smells or anything. The breakfast wasn't stellar, but it was decent. I'd say that may be our best shot. Do you want me to go ahead and book a room since Nick and I will be getting there first?

[Courtney]

Do you want me to go ahead and book a room since Nick and I will be getting there first?

That'd be awesome!

[Karl]

Sorry guys. Again it's not gonna happen for me. Have a blast.

[Courtney]

Sorry guys. Again it's not gonna happen for me. Have a blast.

Thanks for the update Karl. Hopefully next year :)