Thumbs Up Jake, your little one is moving right along. She has picked right up from where she left off last season. Ha, it looks a little low tide for you guys. We have a major R storm supposed to happen starting tonight. I hope our little bump can survive it. They seem to think so. On another note, Christmas Day I am up spinning hot laps, and after I am done, I stop at the little ski shop at Swiss Valley. The local ski coach, a lady, had put up a pair of her Head Worldcup Rebels E-Race 2023-2024 up for sale. A VERY GOOD DEAL, Merry Christmas to myself! I have not been on a race ski in years, and boy do they rail around. Fun was had today in the foggy, misting manmade groomed. Ha, you play your cards right, you could have these too! Happy New Year, stay safe.

It's much better than sitting on the couch get out get some exercise it's all good

So you can only have 1, SR or MX, which do you choose?

Thumbs up Jake, you are turnin and. burnin already. Tomorrow it is Swiss Valley for me! I will be in for "hot laps" on manmade, I will throw it out there for you Jake. Tomorrow, 33 laps! How many will you get?

What a collection! Those moments are dope man. Are they the deathwish? Got up to Alyeska last year for some good snow, will definitely be back in the future! Keep making awesome vids!

I'd love those Stormriders but I'm no longer worthy of them. Those were Dominique Perret's pro model correct? Can't believe you have the Kreitlers and the Morrison pro model. Those Hellbents look nice though.........

Thumbs up Jake! I just watched back to back. All caught up now.

Jake you are out and about, sounds pretty firm! It is raining here today, but we have had quite "Lake Effect" in place for about 3 weeks, so the snow coverage is not bad. I got one day in at our closest MI ski area, Swiss Valley. I am running "Lonewolf" this season. Honestly, I was a little bit snarly on the lift, only rode up with one person. I had to stop and apologize to him for having such a piss poor attitude. Skiing is fun, and I was anything but fun. But, 33 runs were done, and for the first day out, not bad for Michiana. Now, I noticed you have the Scott Schmidt Storm Riders and the MX88's flat. You will ski those again, right? Ha, "second thoughts" on winding up here in Indiana alone, I should have maybe kept those MX88's. The ex was always bitching about me skiing to "fast" on them. Oh well, I know they are in good hands. Have a great season.

I'll take the Stormriders back if no one else wants them

How do those compare to the LP105 192 of mine you took out?

Oh man. I read Prometheus Rising in I think 1997. Maybe I’ll have to revisit it after finals. When I get back to AK we should sit down and chat, also ski. Keep up the content. I’m always interested to hear what you’re getting into.

solo starts: 5:02

Lots of skidded turns! Perhaps learn to set an edge before commenting on the performance of a ski!

Oh man ! that race report 🥇😹 good job finishing and keeping it together

You are training Chat GPT for free 😋

When did you start skiing?

As a fellow Alaskan I love this

Hey Jake, I am still here, and I love that you shared a ski video in July! Just speaking for myself, I watch skiing anytime of the year. I remember this from last season. Best day of the year was on a sled eh? I personally like it more when you are ripping around the resort, with the gates open. But, that is me. Anyways, I am pretty much all settled in from the big change in my life, and I will get around to writing you a snail mail "fan note." Thumbs up!

4:20 wake n bake

Thanks for this video, I really enjoyed watching! I'm building a jogging/running routine after taking a break for several years, and I find myself more and more excited for trail running, although I have a long way to go until I have enough stamina and muscles to tackle mountain running. Your video has added to the motivation :)

Man, hardly any views and I'm the first like *and* comment? For shame. This was really informative, especially for a guy like me who's slowly been getting into some running in my trail excursions. I'm slightly shorter but definitely heavier (6', currently 246lbs), so knowing you're a dude of your size is actually pretty inspiring. Thanks!

Awesome video! How often do they usually open New Year's Chute, the Money's, Zugg's Slide etc. ? I can't even find a single video on youtube of the Moneys are I'm super curious as to what they look like.

Is it me or are you getting streaks of grey? 😮

Is your running workshop venture getting off the ground?

Ha, I haven't even finished the first one! I also owe you a letter concerning your novel. No more book reports for you! It might be awhile more, and I will explain in the letter. Watching you ski is fun, and seeing my skis being so enjoyed, makes me feel "swift and strong, all day long." Always the best.

That would be alot of fun I think I'm going back to Aleyeska next year met some very cool people

Hot and sweaty in a big portion of the lower 48 now

Frank Gallagher?

It was over when u decided to put on flip flops lol

I love that song!

Way to push through! Let us know how weaving is going 😝

This is really helpful - thank you! How did the shoes do for you? I’ve got the speedcross, too, and am planning to use those. Any pointers/tips now that you’ve done it? (Fantastic finish, btw - I watched your other video of the race!)

I think I see myself haha. Was well worth the wait at Chucks that day

Thumbs Up for the Couple. That was fun to watch.

Very cool out there

From the things that control you...is that Vesna or the Pow?! Looked pretty blower...

Hey Thumbs Up Mrs.! Indeed it did look good, were you solo skiing that day? Lone Wolf works just fine for me, I ski where I want, when I want, and as fast as I want. I enjoyed the change up here.

sooo cool

Thumbs Up, Ka-POW! That looked fun.

Thumbs Up, more nice turns were made, and the Knuckles were skied.

Thumbs Up, great turns were made: big, smooth, and flowing. Very enjoyable to watch

Your family is so lucky fantastic life the same way my dad and i were and im. 66 now and hes 96 brings back the best memories

Powerhouse

You got alot of energy dude enjoy

If this is a serious video my guy. Build a Deadman aka a t out of 2x4s. Unfortunately i hang drywall by myself weekly.

Your a adventuresome one your family are ready lucky they will get alot of joy out of life as you do

I love that slope good times.

My shoulders are on fire just watching

Great April ski day

Yup, skiing is fun! Thumbs Up for some April Fools Day Pow for the win.