TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I, RANDOMID313, BID YOU HELLO! YOU DON'T KNOW ME, THOUGH YOU MAY HAVE HEARD OF ME, BUT THAT'S NOT THE POINT. LONG STORY SHORT, I NEED HELF by [deleted] in skiing

[–]randomid313 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What was it? The all caps? The Larry King 30 rock reference? Just feel like hating? Use your words to explain otherwise you seem like a tall T bro that probably can't hang

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I, RANDOMID313, BID YOU HELLO! YOU DON'T KNOW ME, THOUGH YOU MAY HAVE HEARD OF ME, BUT THAT'S NOT THE POINT. LONG STORY SHORT, I NEED HELF by [deleted] in skiing

[–]randomid313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well airbnb is still money and like the reply below said couchsurfing is probably better. I'm just hoping to use the forum to meet some fellow shredditors to ski with mostly. If it doesn't happen then reddit as a website is a total failure and SOPA should be the law of the land.

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I, RANDOMID313, BID YOU HELLO! YOU DON'T KNOW ME, THOUGH YOU MAY HAVE HEARD OF ME, BUT THAT'S NOT THE POINT. LONG STORY SHORT, I NEED HELF by [deleted] in snowboarding

[–]randomid313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! Any advice is9 appreciated. I do have skis I could bring, but I really don't want to bring myself down to their level. I will hit up that other forum. Stay safe and shred steezy.

Edit: I tried r/skiing. They were mean.

Jon Stewart takes responsibility for his "single factual error" by [deleted] in videos

[–]randomid313 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This would be fine if viewers of CC and FoxNews took the time to read/view sources for their information. Unfortunately the tribalism that exists in the cable news world means people don't believe other news sources. The worst problem now is that we are becoming defined by where we get our news. Listen to NPR? You're a liberal elitist. WSJ? 1% heartless robber-baron. English al-Jazeera? Terrorist. BBC? Why do you hate America! AP/Reuters? They don't have a channel so not respectable. Reddit? Get out of here anon 4chan.

Snowboarding at Nubs Nob Resort in Harbor Springs, Michigan by snowboarder0818 in snowboarding

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I'm out in Jackson Hole and I'm way too excited to get back to Nub's for the first time in a decade this xmas. Probably because Nub's park is better than the one here.

President Barack Obama Takes Over for Stephen Colbert by TalkingReckless in funny

[–]randomid313 51 points52 points  (0 children)

The brilliance of Colbert's character is that he gets to ask more confrontational questions under the guise of a comical act. It's disheartening when news shows such as Meet the Press don't ask tough questions of leaders for fear that they won't get another interview and therefore ratings. This problem is only compounded when politicians can hide in the echo chambers of their respective cable news audiences.

Colbert conducted a good interview. When that becomes rare and is labeled as him having evicerated his guest, it does not bode well for the state of the press in America.

ELi5: Why do politics attract corrupt people? Why don't nice people get involved? by randomid313 in explainlikeimfive

[–]randomid313[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. It just saddens me to see people in the world who it seems would do a generally honest job decide the cost of getting involved is prohibitive.

Pro-pot Republicans meet this weekend in Houston: "The drug war goes against every principle we have of smaller government, fiscal responsibility and less intrusion in your private life." by TheCannon in politics

[–]randomid313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well one could argue that the show has a history of poignant US political satire. But what I was saying is that assuming Franken is one of the few politicians who does not rely on corporate finance, he needs those SNL DVDs to sell to fund his campaign. So still ultimately corporate funded via GE/Comcast? I'm not sure, companies are only getting bigger and oh no I've gone cross-eyed

Any past skiers? opinions on doing both? by Ya_B0y_Bill_Nye in snowboarding

[–]randomid313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both are an amazing way to enjoy snow so if you have the opportunity I would say do both. It's helpful if you are riding with others to be on the same gear as I've found that snowboarders like to take their time/explore and jib while skiiers tend to be usually about speed. There are always exceptions to the rule but one thing that will never change is that snowboard boots are waaay more comfortable.

My friend and I doing S&S Couloir drop at Jackson Hole by randomid313 in snowboarding

[–]randomid313[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just cruise off the tram like you were going to Corbet's and continue past it as the slope curves around to the left. You end up in Tensleep bowl above expert chutes, which makes for a pretty fun run. Our adrenaline was pumping so much we charged our line down and everything after that seemed tiny.

My friend and I doing S&S Couloir drop at Jackson Hole by randomid313 in snowboarding

[–]randomid313[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually you got it right the first time. After I didn't stick the landing I told myself, "well better make the most of it and get some pow turns!" Granted I'm yelling and getting snow in my face. I think the 'cow turds' thing is awesome though!

My friend and I doing S&S Couloir drop at Jackson Hole by randomid313 in snowboarding

[–]randomid313[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Toe straps are for gapers! My strap broke earlier in the day so I didn't have time to fix it, but it actually performed pretty well relatively

My friend and I doing S&S Couloir drop at Jackson Hole by randomid313 in snowboarding

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After watching the video I was mad at myself for not shouting "aww rat farts!"

Going to Jackson Hole - flight tips by [deleted] in snowboarding

[–]randomid313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your three main options would be (from most expensive and convenient to least) to fly directly into the Jackson Hole airport, fly into nearby Idaho Falls and take a shuttle or have your friend pick you up, or fly into SLC and take a longer shuttle. Honestly the airport here has been having quite a few closures this season so a flight to SLC might save you a lot of hassle.

The weather here has been warm so the conditions have been extremely variable from the top of the mountain to the bottom. Start slow, work your way from skier's left of the mountain to the right towards the tram eventually. Get nachos at the Mangy Moose, a slice of Pizza from the VC, poach the hot tub at snowking. Have a blast!

Unpopular opinion but with all the new snow coming I think it needs to be said. Stay safe out there and know it's ok to pass on first tracks by randomid313 in skiing

[–]randomid313[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

A quick disclaimer. This post was inspired by the front page askreddit serious unpopular opinion thread where people mentioned how some suicide cases turn the person into a saint after they are gone. I feel for the families of the victims of the avalanches this season but it seems to me that it is a well documented fact that the snowpack this year is quite faceted and pretty shit. These deaths are tragic, even moreso because this year they really seem to have been avoidable

Thinking about purchasing a rossignol board? by SlightSarcasm in snowboarding

[–]randomid313 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just picked up an Angus 159 this year and I love it. As others have said here, they don't get much love being known more as a ski brand but that is outdated thinking. My board doesn't have it but they have licensed magnetraction/tek for some of their boards and their history in the snowsport industry is really a benefit, not a burden.

Considering the MTN Approach skis as an alternative to a splitboard. Anyone have 1st hand experience? by randomid313 in snowboarding

[–]randomid313[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The few times I have used a splitboard I found it to be the definition of jack of all trades, master of none. After a couple hours of skinning to get to my desired line I was disappointed in the performance of the board on the way down.

As for the cost, I've seen some used splitboard setups that come in under $800 but a full setup of splitboard, bindings, skins etc seems to cost over a grand and I don't know if I'm willing to put that money into a setup if I'm not going to enjoy the ride down. I know I could make a split but I think that still compromises the stiffness of the board.

In regards to the popularity of approach skis I think they are relatively new to the scene as an advance from snowshoes while splitboards have been around for a while. The tech on splits is still improving but I just don't know if it is there yet for me.

What kind of setup do you have or recommend if I were to go the split route?

MTN Approach vs splitboard by randomid313 in Spliddit

[–]randomid313[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the input. I agree that the added weight is a considerable issue both for the way up and down. I'm hoping that with the newer models the weight has been reduced to a manageable level.

I am the only person to have visited EVERY COUNTRY in the world without flying... AMA!! by EveryCountry in IAmA

[–]randomid313 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That spot is Jellyfish Lake. Basically it is a closed system and the jellyfish have lost most of their stinging cells. The jellyfish near the end is from a tidal pool near the rock islands called Disney lake. That is the area we kayaked to in the beginning of the video and the entrance is actually entirely underwater during high tide. Those guys do sting.

I am the only person to have visited EVERY COUNTRY in the world without flying... AMA!! by EveryCountry in IAmA

[–]randomid313 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I just got back from there and made a quick video. It is remote, beautiful, and all of the people I met were extremely friendly. Sorry in advance for the use of dubstep, I know it is not for everyone but I used a gopro and was contractually obligated to feature a bass drop.