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Isn't that what our wives do with Jiji and Baba while we go skiing, have an Onsen, and go drinking?

They're talking about snow here in Nara tomorrow! I doubt it, but it'd be nice

Somebody mentioned speed limits on the highway, and for the most part I agree that 80km is just silly, but some highways are just too curvy that you can't see so far ahead, like in Kobe heading towards Tarumi, so I can see the need for a slower speed limit because there often seem to be fender benders because people drive too fast and can't see what's ahead of them. But, heading out of Kyoto towards Nagoya you can see for kilometers ahead of you! why are they 80 there??? WTF! Wintervacation, if somebody is going 160 and sitting in the right lane, I have no problems with that! That's cool

Ardbeg is good too.

Rach, I drank things like Jack&coke in college, and even drank one bottle one night which had me all over the show and basically put me off that stuff until the last five plus years or so. I've always loved tequila and really enjoy shooters with it, but it has taken me quite a long time before I'd even consider having something like this. My dad has an amazing collection which has had a huge influence on me when I go back. He's got 50-60 bottles of all sorts of top shelf bottles. I'm not knowledgeable about it at all. I just enjoy a nice drink, so I try to learn from my friends and try new

Students on bicycles riding against the flow of traffic (or anybody for that matter), people who pull out in front of you without looking and force you to slam on the breaks, and people who sit in the right hand lane of the highway for absolutely no reason all give me a great reason for making sure my high beams and my horn work - personally I like a 20 second horn when given the opportunity

Agree, depends on the level of their lie and what it's for. Is it a white lie? Did they screw up big time and are just trying to cover their ass? Personally, I can handle people easier if they just come out with it and admit they screwed up rather than BSing me. Of course, if they're Japanese and you're dealing with the whole Tatemae stuff that goes on and they're actually meaning something else, then that's a whole new ball game as that can be hard to read sometimes.

Get that guy a snorkel!! Deeeeeeeeep!!

Hyonosen in Hyogo is not as big as Hachikita. It's more like Wakasa, which is in the same area. Just avoid Biwako Valley, most boring skijo in this area.

If you bring some yummy pies, sure!

Tsugaike would be a good place to winter camp, probably among your better options, and touring from there gives you plenty of options that side of the valley. It's not frowned upon so not a problem, but it might be cold!

I've had Glenlivet and Glenfiddich (spelling?) in the past too. Enjoyed both!

I enjoy drinking hard stuff in the winter, but usually winter only as I'd prefer something cold to cool me down when it's hot outside and I don't drink this stuff on the rocks or mixed because I think it takes away from the flavor. So, I've been enjoying: 12 year Jameson 12 year Macallan 17 year Hibiki 10 year Talisker And 16 year Lagavulin Just my small collection and not very impressive, but I enjoy a nice drink or two in the evenings, and sometimes in the afternoon too! So, what do you drink? Got any recommendations for next time I'm up for a bottle?

Jiji brought me another case last weekend, so now I've got two cases of Akiaji and one case of Ebisu. Anyone care to help me out? I've actually been drinking Scotch and Whiskey recently. I think I'll make a new thread about that.

Mont Bell (had) has insurance for backcountry skiers and hikers. I haven't checked in a few years, but they have offered it before. Might be worth a check?

Outstanding! Looks like so much fun!

Happo would be my recommendation for what you're after. Great tree riding and relaxed patrol.

Wow, what an awesome giveaway!!

I'm loving GTA V so much I'm not sleeping! Nor working!

11kgs?! Nice job! I weighed again and now over 4 kgs. I'm not worried about weight loss as much as losing the spare tire, and I've lost most all of it, not all mind you, but a good deal of it so I'm extremely happy with the results. I wonder if I had tried something else if the results had been the same. Rode my bike last weekend and shaved 4 minutes off my 30K time. Definitely feel stronger and lighter on my feet. Tubby, what are you doing to lose weight/tone up?

Kansaiash, let us know if you're doing trips around. As you said, it's always good to find people to share costs with!!

Ger and BB, just heard back from my Jiji who was out just a bit north of HKK and said there was virtually no snow other than the artificial snow he and his friends were skiing at, so next Saturday looks to be out of the question, and the temps and weather forecast don't seem to be cooperating either. Lets try for another day if you're down this way again.

So, it's been about six weeks since getting into working out. First thing I've noticed, my pants are too big now. My hand basically fits sideways between my stomach and the pants whereas before it was like two fingers. My wife is shocked at how much I've changed and now worries about me going drinking with the boys I've lost close to four kilos. Just under to be exact. I'm not really fussed with the weight as much as how I look and feel. My face doesn't look as fat when I smile too. Colleagues have pointed out the same thing too. I'm very pleased with the results. Upper and lower body strengt

BB, actually Dynaland /Takasu are in Gifu! So, a little bit more of a trek thann hachikita, but are better in my opinion. I'm in Nara, but getting to Kyoto stn is very easy as Nara city itself is actually right on the border of Kyoto. I don't know if there is much accumulation yet, so not sure what the deal is yet. But, I'd be happy to pm my phone number if the resort is going to open. If it's just one run and it's artificial snow I'm not sure if I'll be up for the drive. Lemme call Jiji tomorrow and post back after I've spoken with him.

Yeah, I'd love to see somebody like him commit seppuku to protest against China's actions. I nominate ishihara!