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These are questions specific to each hill. Call them or go on line. Last year MRM was $10 for day pass and another $10 to rent gear for military. I don't know about other agencies.

That's a step in the right direction. Some rights, are wrong.

That's EVERYONE. Just like everyone falls off the lift and slows down the people who know how to get off the lift right. It's like the 270, everyone is allowed on it, but there aren't that many good drivers that use it. If you know what you're doing, you have to dodge others and think for them half of the time.

Thank you for your approach on this. How long did you stay with your first set up? There are certain things that will cancel out. The less material you have to steer, the easier it is to work with and learn.That said, if the boots fit on the board, then work with the shorter board. Then buy what you can handle once you learn what you're doing. That's all I'm saying. For an experienced rider, I agree with you. I would not recommend buying online until someone knows exactly what they want.

This isn't a bash thread. I ride with skiers and boarders. It's who ever wants to ride the same terrain and area that you end up going with.Troublemaker and Yotaman both ski and snowboard, and both have gone back to Vermont to ride with me. Skiing is fun, it's just not for me or what this thread is about. Let's stay on topic. I have been an instructor for the last 3 years. Though last year, I only worked for the hill the first 2 weeks and then rode on my own and taught my 2 friends that were with me all the time. I'm not certified and you don't have to be to teach locally. They REALLY want you to. But, I don't want to. I'm not sure if I'm going to teach for the mountain this year. Either way, you can just walk up to most beginner lessons and they will just let you in. Try doing that before you pay for it. None of the instructors I know would turn you away. First ones free pretty much. In certain situations I might do private lessons for people. But I have had to keep it structured because I'll lose a whole day of riding sometimes. PM me or text me if you have my # and we can go from there. I'm not here to solicit giving lessons. I want to see people get the right gear for what they really will use. I see people allllllll the time with $2000 worth of shit on, and they can't get off the chair lift. WFT were you thinking? For a beginning rider, height and weight mean very little when picking a board length. You aren't going to flex it or work it hard enough for that to be and issue. Stay focused on the boots not hanging over the edges. And if you get too small a board and break it, well that's a damn trophy is all that is. I ride a 152 now, but I have a beater board that's a 139 and I try to break it every time I ride it. It just won't die. And BTW, I bought it at play it again sports for $25. Step in bindings limit you to a lot as a new rider. Strap in bindings give you the option of changing out boots, in case you buy some then hate them, or decide you want different strap in bindings. Just easier until you get down what you want. You are going to change things up a lot, so let the room for change. I can't speak for all local hills on rental equipment, but the rule of thumb is you have to use their boots, board, and bindings. You bring the gear to stay warm and dry. Someone said if you go more than 3 time just get your own gear. That's about right. As much as Gabe is being a douche, he brings up a good point. Most of the snow you will ride in Ohio will be man made. And the more it's ridden on, the more ice like it becomes. People will eat shit the whole day when they start riding. Don't let that get to you. A lot of the time, the conditions do suck here for snowboarding. It is what it is.

It seems every year there are people asking the same questions, and I find myself writing the same things year after year as poiters or to help people out. So this thread is to answer some questions and point people in the RIGHT direction. Why is what I say the RIGHT direction? It's not always, it depends on you. Not 100%, at least. But I've been riding for 22 years and teaching locally for 3 years. Almost every year I have taken a brand new rider and worked with them from the time I was in high school. Last year I took 2 close friends and worked with them and they are both better than most 3 year riders I see in Ohio. That said, I work with them from getting dressed for the day to recovering after the day. Last year I was on the mountain 26 of the first 33 days they were open. So it's not that I go maybe a few times a year, I ride a lot. The first thing I will say is get with somone who has been riding and KNOWS gear, not says they know it. Then beat up craigs list. Buying new gear your first year or 2 is a waste of money. You have no idea how you will want things set up and what will be comfortable to you riding. Ohio is full of snowboarding quiters and they off load pretty good gear cheap or are easy to talk down. They know they won't use it again. Check Play It Again sports too. The one on Sawmill usually has the best gear I have seen. My guess is, Mom and Dad bought Tommy the brand name he wanted, to fit in with his buddy's, then quit going. So what if it's a few years old? It my have only been used 10 or so times. That's nothing. What size board do I get? Too many people say it needs to be up to your nose, chin, top of your head, Blah, blah, blah. First question, what kind of riding are you doing? Freestyle(Flexable for, jumps, rails, spins), all mountain(somewhat flexable, some jumps but not too many, carving), Alpine (Stiff and stable, ,haul ass down the hill as fast as I can and carve it up) Most people will buy an all mountain board or a freestyle board, and thats great for a little bit of everything. A beginner is fine with these baords and will see no restrictions. Get somethng you can manuver. I say start with a shorter board. Your biggest concern should be making sure your heels and toes aren't hanging over the edges of the snowboard. They will drag in turns and take you out. Sometimes people with large boots will need to get a longer board, just do to most boards are wider the longer they are. There are exceptions, like the K2 Fat Bob. Just keep this in mind. Boots: Boots pack after wearing them. So keep that in mind too. But put them on and walk in them feeling for pinching or just figuring out where to tuck in all the strings and buckles or whatever. Goggles: Don't cheap out on goggles. The one thing you have to do to snowboard, is see!!! Polorize, magnify, get whatever makes you see well and seals to your face. And in Ohio, I bring my googles everytime, but only ride in them 30% of the time. Good sun glasses will do most of the time. The half Jackets haven't come off yet. Gloves: Bring 2 pair and spend what you need to to be warm. There are tons of tips and pointers. Time to post them all here for people to learn from. Notice that I didn't mention to buy anyone name brand. I have riden pretty much all to big names and many small name company's gear out there. Unless you are riding 15+ times a season, you're probably fine with middle of the road untill you learn what you want. Feel free to add to this, but let's not get into huge debates. It's rider preferance and we are posting our experiance. I'll add to this as I go. Prep for the season has already started. See you on the slopes.

I'll buy some tickets this afternooon when I pick up the sickest gloves ever. Just sell me the winning ticket this time damit!!! I want a play bike, bad.

I shot one when I was a kid. Things are damn creepy and the quills will fuck you up, dead or not. Fun read though. Thanks for posting.

Put this on Craigslist. I posted mine there this morning and with in an hour and a half a guy had called me and came and paid for it. In that time I had 10+ other people call and email about it. I was asking $135 on there and there was no heitation. You should be able to off load this quick. I had same phone and was shocked how quick people wanted it. GLWS

SOLD. Please lock.

I was able to get the new iPhone at a good deal, so I did. Don't need this one one now. Comes with all accesseries, except headphones. Will also come with 3-4 case, I would switch them out depending on what I was doing. One has not been used yet. I think I have a car charger too that I can throw in, need to double check. This phone has had an Invisishield screen protector on it from before I made my first call. Everything works fine, and I would say it's in very good condition. Phone has been turned off for 4 weeks now, so there may be some updates out there to install. This phone has not been tampered with in any way. No Jail broken, hacked, or case opening has been done to this phone. I'm seeing these on Craigslist that are beat and that come with nothing for $125. My price with everything, is $125. PM for faster reply please. Thank you for reading.

This is a great coat. I would have picked it up, but just don't need another coat right now. I wear 44 in most makes and this coats and this one fit me really well. Good luck with the sale.

Good info. I'll check there. Thanks UPDATE: They have 20 GIGs for $29.95(had 12 in stock) and 120 GIGs for $79.95 (had 20 in stock)

Just need a simple 20 gig for an extra 360 I have. I've been on Craigs and will continue to check. 16 year olds being retards are too much a pain in the ass to work with. If you have one, let me know. Not in a rush. Just seeing what's out there. Thanks

Werd. How'd he do that? Shit's getting crazy in this piece.

One of my favorite cars, until you have to work on them. Ruins it for me getting one. Still love them though. Hope you get things fixed in time.

Work computer owns me.

White, sorry I was blown up immedately on this and funds were received. THIS IS SOLD LOCK THREAD PLEASE. thank you

THIS IS JUST THE FRAME. This bed was purchased from Functional Furnishings for a rediculious cost, over $1000. It's taking up room I need. The picture I have of it does it no justice. This bed looks awesome when it's put together. It just doesn't not fit in with my new set up where I live. It's light weight metal and easy to work with. I can email or text a picture to anyone interested. Price is $75. Thanks for reading.

I have an Innovate Wideband kit. The discription is listed below, along with a link to a website that sells it. This is just for your referance and so you can see what it looks like. I have run this set up in my RX7 for a couple years and have decided to go a different direction with things in my car. Because it is out of warranty, I have sent it back to Innovate to be recertified, $45 out of my pocket and piece of mind for you. Price is $190. Thanks for reading. http://www.innovatemotorsports.com/products/lc1.php http://www.innovatemotorsports.com/products/xd16.php The XD-16 ships as an Air/Fuel Ratio gauge, but can also be configured to display any channel in the MTS chain or it can be connected to the LM-1. The XD-16 features programmable LED colors and a remote control button to start and stop log sessions, initiate calibrations, or view min/max values. 2 Bezels + 8 faces = 16 combinations (see below) 3/4in thick, so it's possible to mount even in surface mount configurations Fits 52 mm (2-1/16in) gauge pods 3-character LED display Record/Calibrate/Peak Hold button Programmable (values and colors) digital needle Billet Aluminum bezel The basic kit ships with both black and silver bezels, 8 faces (AFR, Pressure, Temperature, and blank). MTS compliant

Uniqueness needs addressed at this point. Haters hate. A 1995 Camery will get you to work. But, a 2005 Lotus Elise will let you have fun on the way to work. That said, so will an 05 GT Mustang. Very different pricing and styles, yet not that different in what you can do on the way to work. Duc's aren't for everyone and it's very justifiable to buy something that can out perform it for much less. But, just like with your choice of car or bike, it's how it makes you feel and your level of enjoyment. Dude's got toys and is happy with them and they are for him. How bout a fist bump and roll out.

Not digging the jump.

Gottcha. Buckle up.

Rotory Reselection did the build, Ari is an awesome guy and either way the build is solid. He will not put a motor together with parts that are going to need replaced. I talked to him in-depth about that. Yeah, I'm nut swinging this guy. He's one of the last rotory gods. And I wish I had the ability to apprentice in his shop. Steve Kan needs to come to come to Ohio. Probably his tune, as Jake stated. Now after the build, it's up to the owner to do good maintenance. If I was in the market for an FD, I would be considering this one. Owning an RX7, it's like having a really hot girlfriend that needs attention often and if she let's you fuck her, you better be ready to take care of her if you break her.

Would love to see that exhaust dump off to the side and down. Pure sex though.