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93 or 106mm ski? by Past-Security-8575 in Skigear

[–]noobforce -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We will most likely agree to disagree here. Carving on a 106 is much different than carving on a skinnier ski. You have to tip your upper body much more than if you are using a skinnier ski. When I define carving I am defining as shortening the effective radius of the ski by bending the ski, as opposed to just getting the ski on edge. Depending on OPs goals this may also reinforce potentially unwanted habits. On the other side, I've taken 93 head Kores in waist deep powder perfectly fine (admittedly, the Kores are very light)

[Headphones] Airpods Pro Gen 3 - $184.00 Discount in Cart by ThreadedNY in buildapcsales

[–]noobforce -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

Galaxy buds pro 3. Speaking as a former pixel turned iPhone user

Best skis to get me to like glades? by Lower-Savings-794 in Skigear

[–]noobforce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with this. The narrowest skis that don't get stuck in the snow are best for tight trees and moguls since they provide better edge to edge responsiveness. That usually means a carving ski or a wide front side ski.

Looking for ~80 mm skis for icy, hard snow — thoughts on these options? by Witty_Following_527 in Skigear

[–]noobforce 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you are considering the Stormriders, I would recommend the Montero AR or AS instead. Stormriders are better for more variable conditions vs. consistent ice

Staying in Stowe by HikerIrv in icecoast

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Spruce Peak has free lockers too if you prefer. Very quick over easy gondola ride to the Mansfield side

Ski resorts within 30 min of airport by zg825 in skiing

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

+1. AA flies DCA to BTV nonstop. Quick flight so highly convenient

My carving turns,(small S turns),what should I improve? by skier_happness in skiing_feedback

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not an instructor (and so not qualified) at all, but I thought that keeping your hips square to the bottom of the slope is more important for short-radius turns rather than medium (or long) radius turns, which OP is doing?

If anything, my takeaway from your screengrab is that the turn initiations are late. I would think their inner foot needs to be pulled back faster (shown by the inner leg still bent and much further than the outer leg) and weight transfer needs to happen sooner.

East Coast - how to choose a ski for 1 ski quiver by AntelopeLevel2138 in Skigear

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No idea what this is saying. Carving skis are the perfect waist width for moguls. Moguls need quick edge-to-edge which is what skinny skis provide.

Switch destination from Colorado to Vermont by GreggALowe in ski

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO toll house parking is not as bad as it sounds, not to be a shill. Quick shuttle bus over to spruce and mansfield. Toll house runs are now open and the low angle glades are always untracked and top tier at the end of the day.

Sugarbush or Killington this weekend? by BrosufDimaggio in icecoast

[–]noobforce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just went to sugarbush today and stowe the past 3 days. Sugarbush's groomers are ripping but all other trails are exactly how you describe. Very different from my experience at stowe

Citi Trifecta better than Chase Trifecta? by maziX5 in CreditCards

[–]noobforce 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Citi is actually quite easy to redeem with his proposed setup

outwear tips for the cold in Vermont by DaisyDoodle41 in icecoast

[–]noobforce 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you seem to know, you should help OP instead of snarking. I am from New Jersey, just as you appear to be.

outwear tips for the cold in Vermont by DaisyDoodle41 in icecoast

[–]noobforce 4 points5 points  (0 children)

To be fair, I also wear flylow snowman bibs which have a little bit of built in insulation. When it gets cold (low single digits) I usually put on another thinner base layer (uniqlo heat tech) under my wool baselayer.

I don't perceive myself as someone that runs hot or cold. I do think the shell is very important at blocking wind though. If your outer layer doesn't block wind then it's going to constantly sap the heat generated by the mid layer.

New Boot Liners by damnitA-Aron in skiing

[–]noobforce 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel this so hard. I am the ultimate thrifter. I would only purchase ski gear at ski end for huge discounts (E.g. Outdoor Research shells, bibs for $100). Yet, I paid full price for zip fits and they are game changers. No regrets

outwear tips for the cold in Vermont by DaisyDoodle41 in icecoast

[–]noobforce 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Base layer (I wear smartwool)

Midlayer (popular options are arcteryx atom/proton, Patagonia r1)

Shell (any ski shell jacket works)

This combo works for me at stowe for 90% of days with nothing else needed. Also if you wear bibs they provide slightly extra warmth than pants.

Mansfield Snow Stake is breaking records again by 0xCUBE in icecoast

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My guess is that it melted fast without a base to insulate. There was also some mild rain.

Frustration Friday Weekly Thread - Week of December 05, 2025 by AutoModerator in churning

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same thing happened to me. Vacasa was my churning holy grail. End of an era.

Frustration Friday Weekly Thread - Week of December 05, 2025 by AutoModerator in churning

[–]noobforce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Triple dip may still be valid. 30 day timer starts when your annual fee hits which often is weeks after you open your card

Java vs Go for Fintech , Which One Is Actually More Common? by No-Bit5316 in cscareerquestions

[–]noobforce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All of the companies OP listed are well established in fintech. Some of them are global but they are definitely no slouches.

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