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Aomori-Hakodate ferry
Fatman no jitsu replied to HBee's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
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. -
waxing
Fatman no jitsu replied to sapporo's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
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. -
Wanted: Winter Stoke!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Mick Rich's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Looks like Wednesday onwards will be better. -
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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Wanted: Winter Stoke!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Mick Rich's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Yeah. On a clear day there's a great view of MT.Gomagatake. -
Wanted: Winter Stoke!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Mick Rich's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
lol. nope sorry. Hakodate Nanae 7e. Shes not much of a looker. But as a beginner she suits me fine. I booked super early -
Wanted: Winter Stoke!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Mick Rich's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
My season pass has just arrived. -
Wanted: Winter Stoke!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Mick Rich's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Last week (Monday / Tuesday) was pretty snowy in Hakodate and I was super stoked. But now its just cold winds and rain. -
waxing
Fatman no jitsu replied to sapporo's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Just found it on Amazon.jp I'll give it a whirl. He keeps umpteen things clean. http://youtu.be/Rpwk76C7s7Y -
waxing
Fatman no jitsu replied to sapporo's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
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? -
reviews blues
Fatman no jitsu replied to Fatman no jitsu's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
True. Edit: I'm an idiot who shouldn't be allowed on the internet. -
reviews blues
Fatman no jitsu replied to Fatman no jitsu's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
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 -
Warm hands and feet!
Fatman no jitsu replied to Troppo's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
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