MrSingh
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BackCountry Kickers (niseko)
MrSingh replied to Harvey's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
I'd love to help. Too bad I'm in Tokyo. -
Kagura, Naeba or Marunuma Kogen
MrSingh replied to libra13's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Another vote for Karuizawa. 1. They have slush/ice making machines if there isn't enough snow. 2. Gentle slopes for beginners 3. For beginners, I'd emphasize convenience and facilities over snow quality. Also, it might be a good idea to stay at the resort. Taking the train back to Tokyo daily is probably not such a good idea when your body is sore from days of skiing/boarding. Also, the whole process of getting to the mountains is a time consuming process. You can take the 6:30AM Shinkansen from Tokyo to Echigo Yuzawa/Karuizawa/Joetsu, and after you factor in the local transit (bu -
Originally Posted By: Jynxx I wonder if there is such a thing as too much powder for some people. I'm quite happy with knee deep but hey, I take what's there. Sadly yes. 1. Board not long enough (or) 2. Rider is too heavy for the board (see no 1) 3. Not enough setback (setback is of course, still limited by the board type i.e. freestyle boards typically only allow centered stances). It's possible to lean back to compensate lack of setback, but it's tough on the dominant supporting leg!
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1. If you have any momentum, carry that through and perform a roll, get up and continue riding. 2. If you are stationary on a slope, try to get on your toeside (i.e. anterior facing the mountain) to push yourself up. It's easier than having your back against the slope. 3. If your board is stuck deep in powder: - dig your board out, release your feet from the bindings - pack down an area near you - if your balance is good enough, stand on the board and strap yourself in - if you can't balance yourself on the board, sit on the packed snow and strap yourself in, then proceed t
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What puts you off accommodation?
MrSingh replied to klingon's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Yes. -
Is Arai ever coming back?
MrSingh replied to MrSingh's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
What happened to all the facilities up there? -
Is Arai ever coming back?
MrSingh replied to MrSingh's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Luxury wing. Incredible onsen. Restaurants with great food. Childcare. Good rental equipment. Incredible mountain. -
What puts you off accommodation?
MrSingh replied to klingon's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Must. Have. Washlet. -
Nozawa onsen or Shiga kogen
MrSingh replied to samandfee's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Nozawa Onsen is one of my favorite resorts in Japan (I have written a review on the main SJ site). There's a lot of great tree riding to be had on Yamabiko and for those brave (or foolish) enough to explore, Nozawa Onsen has some of the best slackcountry riding anywhere. Shiga kogen is a much larger resort. Great if you like riding on piste. -
Off piste skiers around Tokyo?
MrSingh replied to Yyonnx's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Very sorry about that. Will try again next time. -
Off piste skiers around Tokyo?
MrSingh replied to Yyonnx's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
My apologies. I didn't get there until 9:20PM. Tracy wasn't around and I asked the bartender for you but the poor chap probably had no idea who I was asking for. -
Off piste skiers around Tokyo?
MrSingh replied to Yyonnx's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Great, I'll see you at the pink cow at 8 plus. Turn on your avalanche beacon, I'll track you down. -
Off piste skiers around Tokyo?
MrSingh replied to Yyonnx's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Tonight is actually better for me, but I'm going to be in the Ginza area (to book my trip to Niseko). If you don't mind meeting up a bit later, I can head to the pink cow. -
Off piste skiers around Tokyo?
MrSingh replied to Yyonnx's topic in Snow talk, trip reports, Japan avalanche & backcountry
Originally Posted By: Tlen early next week? Early next week (Tues/Wed) is good. Let's confirm on Monday night.