Fatman no jitsu

http://www.tsugarukaikyo.co.jp/ http://www.seikan-ferry.co.jp/ Here are the ferry companies websites. You made need to run them through google translate.

yeah sadly. I'm gonna try Kiroro one more time then put my board away

I just made the switch from purple to blue (Gallium). Its lasting much better and I haven't needed to wax as much. But i guess it depend on where you are and what you are doing.

But don't stop at Hakodate. Drive straight through!!! I've spent most of this season watching the clouds go around the local park. I should have bought new skates this season

Looks like Wednesday onwards will be better.

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So while waiting for the snow. I've been reading through the forums. And especially this backcountry section. Man, it looks fun. I know I'm more than a few seasons away from being good proficient enough to head in to the wild. I wanted to ask a couple of questions. How long before you were ready to go into the backcountry? And what are the skills and techniques I could/should be practising now that would help me in the future. cheers for any advice.

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Yeah. On a clear day there's a great view of MT.Gomagatake.

lol. nope sorry. Hakodate Nanae 7e. Shes not much of a looker. But as a beginner she suits me fine. I booked super early

My season pass has just arrived.

Last week (Monday / Tuesday) was pretty snowy in Hakodate and I was super stoked. But now its just cold winds and rain.

Board. Tried it a few years back. Last winter was my first full season. I can't stop day dreaming about this winter

Just found it on Amazon.jp I'll give it a whirl. He keeps umpteen things clean. http://youtu.be/Rpwk76C7s7Y

Last year was my first full season of snowboarding and I spent money on a new jacket and trousers. That's the clothes taken care of. This year I've decided to buy a board (2012 Gnu carbon credit) and boots (ride anthems) to replace my shitty hard-off stuff.

I've been using Gallium violet wax (-4 to +3) but I've just noticed the price has shot up. Can anyone recommend a good cheap wax?

True. Edit: I'm an idiot who shouldn't be allowed on the internet.

I agree with most of what is being said. I guess my point is that for the majority of other objects. Be it skis, movies, toe nail clipper or beer. There is a third party website giving critiques and opinions that isn't attached to a shop. http://www.ski-review.com/ http://www.mrqe.com/ http://www.thebeercritic.com/ ( OK so i couldn't find a site on toe nail clippers.... and i'm sure you could find some flaws with the linked sites) But with snowboards every review is either in a shop or a forum. Why isn't there any independent reviews for snowboards and snowboard eq

Every item I look for a review on equipment it just leads to a shop repeating the same company blurb. Where do you look for good user based information on the net?

Yes. Yes it does. edit: i'm dumb

My Burton socks got ruined last winter by getting caught up on some Velcro (stupid boots..... mutter..... grumble.......) But they were toasty while they lasted.

Thanks for the responses. I My friend in Sapporo recommended Murasaki Sports. It seems like the most convenient place for me to get to. I guess every where is expensive. But like TubbyBeaverino, I really thought that Hokkaido would be chock-a-block with snowboard shops. Maybe its too late to support the local places

Hi. Could anyone recommend some good snowboarding shops in Sapporo. I need some new boots and my local shops tend to have a limited selection cheers