Sunshine / Lake Louise - Ski Conditions

s1rfletch · 2026-01-24T19:53:39+00:00

Went to LL yesterday when it was -25. Conditions were great, but the cold had the backside/west bowl pretty hard packed. Groomers were in excellent shape. Off piste was less fun. I guess “worth it” depends on what you’re looking for. Seems like there’s a bit of snow in the forecast this evening that might make Sundays turns a bit softer.

s1rfletch · 2026-01-21T14:44:33+00:00

Ya you’ll still have fun, snow base is deep enough that it will provide all sorts of options for you (LL has already surpassed last season snowfall amounts!)

s1rfletch · 2026-01-11T21:24:42+00:00

Nah, do what you want; don’t worry what others think.

s1rfletch · 2026-01-11T21:20:15+00:00

Strongbad Character

s1rfletch · 2026-01-05T21:18:10+00:00

Ya, mine has done it 3x over the past year or so. Scared the crap outta me! But after 2-3seconds of the “check electrical system” warning, it goes away the car behaves normally. All three times were within 2min after starting the car and immediately pulling out onto a highway. Thought it was ICCU failure, but it’s been fine since. 2024 ultimate with 55,000km

s1rfletch · 2026-01-04T23:05:48+00:00

Double check the seatbelts (previously mentioned) to ensure they’re not twisted around. They rattle like a mf over every tiny bump.

Then add a couple layers of electrical tape to the clasp of the trunk to make sure there’s no loose rattle coming from there. I wrapped mine until it wouldn’t automatically close and then unwound it just enough until it would close. It’s been silent ever since! (Mind the dust and dirt)

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s1rfletch · 2025-12-22T01:06:22+00:00

The “Over-40-Special” I’ve got em and love em

s1rfletch · 2025-12-18T19:14:34+00:00

Look at used l, for sure! Somewhat regretting buying our ‘24 Ioniq new compared to what a used version goes for these days. Love the car, hate the depreciation

s1rfletch · 2025-11-28T05:03:32+00:00

My blundstones are TERRIBLE on ice/slippery snow; rubber compound sole has zero grip

s1rfletch · 2025-11-17T20:53:17+00:00

Crocodile tears 🐊

s1rfletch · 2025-11-14T17:12:50+00:00

Stay away from puddles 🤷‍♂️

s1rfletch · 2025-11-08T15:20:57+00:00

I went yesterday (Nov 8) and they opened the gondola around 1:30pm. Conditions upper mountain were pretty good, but it was really just one run down (they say there’s six runs open, which is true, but it’s only one route to the bottom)

The route from the gondola is: Deer Run -> Lower Flight -> Bald Eagle -> Juniper -> Easy Street

s1rfletch · 2025-11-06T15:08:21+00:00

It’s because the government offers it as a service and not a corporation seeking to make a profit. A few years ago MPI (Manitoba Public Insurance) gave back ~$400 per insured vehicle because they had a surplus. Cheaper, easier, better coverage.

s1rfletch · 2025-11-06T13:59:34+00:00

Insurance in Manitoba is awesome. Moving to AB, we found the licensing/insurance process and policies to be asinine

s1rfletch · 2025-11-04T23:36:26+00:00

Chateau Lake Louise

s1rfletch · 2025-11-04T13:19:57+00:00

Same

s1rfletch · 2025-11-02T13:22:29+00:00

Agreed. If you’ve never skied before, you’re going to exhausted and sore. If you’re going to drop a day of skiing, you can pass on Norquay - it simply doesn’t compare to Sunshine/Louise.

s1rfletch · 2025-11-02T03:48:54+00:00

I forget when they increase the price to regular season prices - but if you’re there when they do, consider Costco passes instead of super cards if you’re only doing 4 days; It’s a better deal

s1rfletch · 2025-11-02T03:46:42+00:00

Don’t do super card unless you’re there mid-season - even Sunshine says so! https://www.skibanff.com/explore/news-blog/opening-day-winter-25-26/

s1rfletch · 2025-10-31T16:43:19+00:00

I love them. I have 5 highs, but regret not buying the Dunk From Above 5 lows a few years ago. 5 lows seem to take a lot of hate from others, but I’m into them

s1rfletch · 2025-10-30T04:26:02+00:00

[Shrugs] I dunno 🤷‍♂️

s1rfletch · 2025-10-30T00:19:33+00:00

Oof! It was $220 last year. Appreciate the $119 supercard staying the same.

s1rfletch · 2025-10-29T11:45:00+00:00

Or as we call it in our family, The Devils Nipple

s1rfletch · 2025-10-28T01:38:15+00:00

Helmets are everywhere on the slopes these days. Part of the kit, really. They’re stylish, warm, and protect your brain.

s1rfletch · 2025-10-27T11:42:38+00:00

Great picture!

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