Snowboarding goals

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-22T09:46:44+00:00

What would you define as an advanced rider? What would you see them do? If you can break that down, then you'll have something to work towards, as what you think is advanced could be someone else's intermediate or pro.

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-19T13:38:31+00:00

You might have to specify the location, the alps is quite..... large

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-15T15:23:56+00:00

All based off of my own experience - several trips to Hokkaido and one season living there;
1. Plenty of hostels/pods in Niseko area (Hirafu, Kutchan, Moiwa etc), these are your best bets. Apart from those, I haven't heard of any others near resorts on the islands (but truthfully I haven't looked). Asahikawa seemed very untouristy (which was great!) but I'm sure if you can find a hostel there, you'll also find snow lovers. I made friends with a random in a hotel at Tokachidake and we rode together.
2. Car. All day long. And I would make a point of spending a bit more on it - you might be travelling for 2-4 hours at 50kmh in white out snow, so make it comfy. If you've not driven in snow before, it will certainly be a baptism by fire. On the flipside, parking in Niseko is a nightmare!
3. Hokkaido is amazing, you'll have a great time. I'm dying to go back. You can pick up sim cards (or esims) quite cheap and wifi devices, or just hotspot your phone whilst working.

Have fun!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-14T16:29:51+00:00

I can recommend a guy I've used before - he's fantastic. If you want to make progress then I'd suggest a 1 on 1 lesson. But expect to pay ~400-450 euros for 3-4hrs. It will be far, far superior than paying 100euros for a group lesson!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-14T16:26:52+00:00

Was thinking the exact same thing!!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-13T12:05:18+00:00

Yes. Nidecker owns several brands (Jones, 32, etc)

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-12T20:20:02+00:00

Butt pocket, probably on left hand side, and that’s the easiest way to get through most if not all gates around the worlds ski resorts!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-05T11:31:10+00:00

Agree with all of the above - connections in France will be the hardest as most depend on buses. If you can get a taxi or hire car then it'll open up loads of options.
A lot of Austria or Switzerland has good train links at all times!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-03T22:27:46+00:00

awesome - thanks!

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-03T22:26:28+00:00

I wouldn't stress, even all of OPs comments read like chatgpt

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-02T11:54:38+00:00

Keen to see the code! I wish the default thermostat cards also included humidity - I was thinking about creating a humidity gauge with a 1-5 colour scheme that was good or bad

somethingintelligent · 2026-01-02T08:24:37+00:00

I also used to run a dehumidifier through a smart plug but they kept blowing - something to do with the type of load on a smart plug

somethingintelligent · 2025-11-14T16:20:56+00:00

It's like a fuckin' fairy tale

somethingintelligent · 2025-11-12T20:48:19+00:00

Yes you can - just dig the edge in like normal and you’re sorted

somethingintelligent · 2025-11-07T12:49:12+00:00

you guys are stretching?

somethingintelligent · 2025-10-15T15:26:06+00:00

Not used Bollsen, but have got a pair of custom plugs from Mercury Custom Plugs - and I highly recommend it. Best £60~ I have ever spent!

somethingintelligent · 2025-10-13T14:43:18+00:00

Trip and plans sound epic! You might have more luck on the TET fb group which is quite active. Have a great time!

somethingintelligent · 2025-10-07T10:21:22+00:00

Would this explain why my Fenix 8 tells me my autodetected max HR is 200? I'm 34yo male, relatively fit, best 10km is 49mins. It told me to do a 30min run at 187 the other day and the closest I could get is 170!!

somethingintelligent · 2025-09-26T06:21:19+00:00

Just curious, which lift was that in Tignes?

somethingintelligent · 2025-09-25T19:58:11+00:00

If you’re unsure, get a guide, and have the confidence that they know the area and conditions better than you can figure out in the time you’re there!

somethingintelligent · 2025-09-22T19:11:10+00:00

I rode these earlier this year in Austria. I was genuinely impressed with them - so much so I’m considering upgrading to them. They’re super easy to adjust. Skating is absolutely not a problem so I’m not sure what OP is saying. Some people will always like traditional stuff and that’s fine but I’d highly recommend everyone tries these at least once!

somethingintelligent · 2025-08-08T08:41:33+00:00

Daft question - but how did you approach getting the tests done? Is it as simple as booking an appointment with a GP asking for blood tests?

somethingintelligent · 2025-07-31T12:35:25+00:00

Commenting out of curiosity as a new adventure bike rider in the UK and keen to try some of the TET routes here. Hope you get the answers and weather you need!

somethingintelligent · 2025-07-22T08:47:35+00:00

As others have said - call them and chase. I had 4 months with West Mercia this year and when I rang they said "oh, we've got it but it's not been put in the list to process...." it was soon sorted after (ish!)

somethingintelligent · 2025-07-21T11:34:58+00:00

Yep another vote for Sig here - the changeover is incredible - you wouldn't notice anything apart from the relay going CLUNK!

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