Hello Sliders!
We've got Ski Shows galore inbound, beginning November, 4th and
5th. In addition to the San Jose Ski Expo and the Sacramento Ski
Show, you can attend the Icer Air/San Francisco Ski and Snowboard
Festival, and Sports Basement's SnowFest at both their Presidio and
Sunnyvale locations.
We've listed the dates and websites below, so you can get all the
info you need for all these great events. Why attend? All your
favorite resorts will be there to fill you in on what's new for the
season, plus all the new gear for both skiing and riding; lots of
ski and snowboard demos and the latest in gear and fashion. For
the best price on new gear and clothing: The Sports Basement SnowFest.
*Sports Basement's 3rd Annual SnowFest
Join Sports Basement (and SOTC) for the 3rd annual snow season kick
off party! We'll be serving up drinks and snacks to the tunes of
a DJ as reps from vendors (Burton, Atomic, The North Face, Dynastar,
Flow and more) give you tips and info on the newest gear. Check
out the deals on season passes and lodging from top Tahoe area
resorts, including: Northstar, Squaw Valley, Homewood, Sugar Bowl,
Bear Valley, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Kirkwood.
The event is sponsored by Northstar-at-Tahoe and Sierra-at-Tahoe!
The first 200 people that spend $50 or more at each store receive
a free lift ticket from Northstar (restrictions apply). Super Sale!
Take 15% OFF the lowest marked price on all merchandise in the store
during the events.
November, 5 -- Sunnyvale 9am-4pm
November, 9 -- Presidio 6-9pm
http://www.sportsbasement.com
*Boreal - We Love Boreal's New Pipe--So Will You!
Shred it first at Boreal! Passes on Sale Now -- Starting as low
as $99! Wall to wall parks, day and night skiing and riding! Buy
before Halloween to get the best deals.
http://altfarm.mediaplex.com/ad/ck/7798-42044-3840-1?kw=seasonpassnewsletter
Make sure to cut and paste the entire link for the season pass deal!
*Northstar/Sierra
The $399 Value Season Pass, the most popular Double Whammy product,
allows adults to ski/ride any day excluding blackout dates at
Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort and Sunday through Friday excluding blackout
dates at Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort. For more information, visit
http://doublewhammypass.com/info/lp.asp?WT.mc_id=ptr_SOTC
*Warren Miller Time!
Warren Miller's latest is playing all over the Bay Area It features
everything from Snowball Fighting Championships in Japan to amazing
skiing and snowboarding footage from Alaska, India, Switzerland and
Utah. Check the website for dates and times near you.
http://www.warrenmiller.com/
*Ski Shows Info!
*Icer Air
Big-Air contest on a huge ramp in the middle of AT&T Park plus the
inaugural San Francisco Ski and Snowboard Festival Saturday, November 4,
10am-8pm. Information: http://www.icerair.com/
*Sacramento Ski & Snowboard Show
GET YOUR FREE LIFT TICKET!! 5th annual Sacramento Ski & Snowboard
Show -- November 4 & 5, 2006! At California Exposition Center (Cal
Expo). A FREE Lift Ticket voucher (up to $65.00 value) is a special
bonus valid at Northstar-at-Tahoe or Sierra-at-Tahoe Resorts and
is offered to everyone who buys a full price Regular Admission!
Over 100 exhibit booths. http://www.sacsnow.com/
*Bay Area Ski & Snowboard Show - Nov. 10-12 @ San Jose Convention Center
The Bay Area's largest annual winter expo! Free Lake Tahoe area
lift ticket with each adult admission! Lots of other swag, free
climbing wall, learn-to-ski school on an indoor ski ramp, tire chain
installation contest and giant equipment sale.
http://www.bayareasnowshow.com
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at random from our list each and every week! Yes, you MUST be on
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*Bear Valley
Bear Valley wanted us to remind our sliding crew that a season pass
at Bear Valley comes with a lot more than just great skiing every
day. Also included this season: 10% off retail purchases, child
care, equipment tune-ups, group lessons (ages 9+), ski and board
demos, plus food and drink purchases, excluding alcoholic beverages
throughout the entire season. Passes must be presented at the time
of purchase to receive discounts. Bear Valley pass holders also
have ski privileges at their sister resort in Colorado, Arapahoe
Basin. Call A-Basin at 1-888-ARAPAHOE (1-888-272-7246) for details.
http://www.bearvalley.com/
*Homewood
The $99 season pass sale ends October 31, 2006. Season passes for
the 2006 ~ 2007 winter season are on sale NOW! The $99 dollar Value
Day pass will be on sale until October 31st, 2006! Quantities are
limited and subject to sellout, so don't delay! We have a variety
of other passes available too, so don't miss your opportunity to
become a part of the Homewood family! You can purchase your pass
in person at the guest services office, over the phone at 530.525.2992
or on the web.
Job Fair November 4th at Homewood. Want a free pass to Homewood?
Homewood is looking for winter housing for employees. If you spring
for housing, they'll pony-up a season pass. Check the website for
more information. http://www.skihomewood.com/
*Heavenly
Heavenly is firing up its snowmaking fan guns this weekend in
anticipation of its November 17 opening day. Drop by the Heavenly
booth at the ICER AIR Nov. 4 at AT&T Park to play the High roller
Blackjack game for a chance to win a season pass, a vacation package
or lift tickets. If you're not lucky enough to win, Heavenly season
passes are still on sale for just $349 (just call 1-800-HEAVENLY),
and early-season vacation packages can be found at
http://www.skiheavenly.com
*Kirkwood
SugarWood Powder Pass? What's that? You get a pass that allows
You to ski or ride both Kirkwood and Sugar Bowl using just one pass.
Adult Value - $499
(Sun-Fri, w/ holiday blackouts)
Adult Unlimited $999
(7 days/week, no holiday blackouts)
Junior & Senior $499
(7 days/week, w/ holiday blackouts)
http://www.kirkwood.com
*Alpine Meadows
Alpine Meadows is inviting everyone to stop by their tailgate party
at the Icer Air Ski Show at AT&T Park on November 4th. www.skialpine.com
*Boreal
Shred it first at Boreal! Passes on Sale Now -- Starting as low
as $99! Wall to wall parks, day and night skiing and riding! Buy
before Halloween to get the best deals.
http://www.rideboreal.com/winter/rates/season_passes
*Diamond Peak
Corporate Tickets at Diamond Peak! You can get special corporate
deals on both tickets and season pass. Starting at $288 the minimum
purchase is 15, these passes valid every day of the season. A great
way to outfit or reward your employees who ski or ride. These
passes are valid daily, including the Christmas holiday, one of the
best pass values in Tahoe at under $300. Corporate/Group Tickets
also available at a discount. http://www.diamondpeak.com/
*Sugar Bowl
Core Mountain Club (season pass) program deadline coming up October 31st.
Sugar Bowl Ski Resort announces its new Core Mountain Club
loyalty program to reward its frequent guests. The program will
offer added value benefits for both seasons pass holders and frequent
day visitors. Guests earn points towards great free ski gear,
discounts around the mountain and more! To find out more about the
Core Mountain Club and the great rewards, log on to
http://www.sugarbowl.com/
Season Pass Prices headed up on November 1st. If you want a pass
Discount at Sugar Bowl, check the website for information now.
http://www.sugarbowl.com/
*Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe
Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe is taking job applications online. You can
check it out at http://www.skirose.com/
*Squaw Valley USA
Work at Squaw This Winter -- Get a Pass! Great jobs, great people,
and a great mountain! Squaw Valley USA offers more of everything!
If you'd like to work at a superb mountain this winter, with other
high-energy and fun people, plan to be here at Squaw Valley on
Saturday, November 4th for JOB FAIR 2006! Managers from all hiring
departments will be on hand to meet you, ask you some questions,
and perhaps, make you a job offer on the spot!
WHEN: NOVEMBER 4, 2006
WHERE: Olympic Village Lodge
TIME: 9am to 3pm
http://www.squaw.com
*Northstar-at-Tahoe
Projected opening date continues to be November 18th.
Halloween Party in the new Northstar Village, costume contest,
prizes and more. October 31st, from 4pm to 9pm. New Oakley movie
preview: Show and Prove.
Job Fair this weekend at Northstar! Saturday, Oct. 28, from 10am
to 3pm. For information, call 530-JOB 3510
Did you know that Northstar has replaced the Pioneer chair with a
high-speed six-pack? Now you can speed your way to Lookout Mountain
and the backside of Northstar, with a freshly cut backside run!
The Safeway deal is back for Northstar. Not on
sale yet, but expect to find these value tickets soon. Participating
Northern California Safeway stores. http://www.northstarattahoe.com/
*Sierra-at-Tahoe
Pray for Snow party, November 8th at the Hard Rock Cafe in South
Shore. (Inside Harvey's Casino.) Everyone is invited to the Pray
for Snow party! Season Pass holders, (and SOTC crew posing as
passholders) enjoy free food and drinks between 6pm and 7pm. Bring
your season pass, proof of pass purchase or buy one at the Pray for
Snow party! 7pm doors open for all, snow calling contest wins you
a Double Whammy pass. More Prizes for Ink and frozen T-shirt
contest.
Job Fair on November 4th from 10am to 2 pm.
Purchase a Three-Pak Now! Go to http://www.sierraattahoe.com/ and
you can purchase Three-Pak Tickets right now. Ski for just $43.00
per day, NO BLACKOUT DATES. You don't have to use these on consecutive
days, use anytime during the season. http://www.sierraattahoe.com/
Kevin Tinto + Crew
Editor-in-Chief
Slidingonthecheap.com
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