[In Japan?]

Lived on and off in Japan for a few years, but hoping for a more permentant move in the coming months. In Tokyo right now.

[Who here hates the word 'gaijin'?]

It depends on how it is used Oyuki. Most people use it with absolutely no unsavory undertones whatsoever (and are not even aware of them).

[Sticking with brands]

I have in my time done some testing for Rossignol (and so had some freebies in the process) and I generally like them and more often than not the skis I end up using most are Rossis. (However that won't stop me from looking around of course).

[How long have you been snowboarding/skiing?]

First time out was 17 years ago. Where has that all gone

[Skier or snowboarder THE POLL]

Enjoy a bit of both, started skiing 17 years ago, and took up boarding a while back.

[quick poll: Skiers and Snowboarders...]

Ski - 14 years.

Snowboard - 5 years.

Total of 17 years on the slopes.