Sliding on the Cheap! Snow Inbound, Sports Basement SnowFest Tonight, Sierra Pray For Snow Party, Freebies, More!

[Kevin Tinto]

Hello Sliders! 

We've got the inside scoop from our own in-house weather Guru, KCBS
meteorologist, Mike Pechner.  While the storm inbound this weekend
probably won't amount to much, there's significant snow inbound for
November 18th and 19th, meaning that Thanksgiving could have as
much as three feet of natural snow, in addition to snowmaking.
Check Mike's forecast below, then make your Thanksgiving and Christmas
reservations!

Who's Gonna Open When? 
Boreal tells me perhaps as early as November 11th or 12th.  Heavenly,
Northstar, Squaw, Alpine, Kirkwood, Sugar Bowl and Sierra are
shooting for November 16th or 17th, pending weather and conditions.
Check your resort websites for updates.

Ticket Prices?
They'll have discounted ticket prices, given the reduced terrain.
We'll give you the skinny on best deals through the newsletter,
sliders--provided we're not neck-deep in powder!

What's on the (deal) platter this  week? 
- Sports Basement SnowFest Thursday night from 5pm-8pm.  Your chance
to load up on gear up to 70% off.  Make sure to mention SOTC at
checkout for an additional 10% off.
- Warren Miller's new movie, Off The Grid, is hitting the Bay Area.
- Sierra-at-Tahoe is hosting their annual Pray for Snow party, November 
15th.
- The Bay Area Ski & Snowboard Show lands in San Jose this weekend.
Want more?  Scan down dear sliders for a bounty of information and
deals.

*Stay & Ski FREE at Northstar-at-Tahoe  Resort!
If you're looking for a Thanksgiving option in Lake Tahoe, Northstar
with it's new village would be a great!  Northstar Resort's popular
Stay & Ski FREE package starts at just $103 per person, per night
(based on double occupancy in a studio condominium), some restrictions
apply, and includes two free lift tickets valid for the next day's
skiing or riding.  For more information or to make a reservation,
visit http://www.northstarattahoe.com/ or call 1.800.GO.NORTH.

* Thursday Night, San Francisco Sports Basement's Annual SnowFest!
If you've been to the Sports Basement SnowFest, you know it's
Off-The-Hook!  Music, food, drinks, great deals, resorts and reps.
Visit with your favorite Tahoe Resorts for details on the best
season pass deals.  Get the inside scoop on the latest gear from
the top Ski and Snowboard vendors.  DJ's will be spinning as the
crowds attack the free food and drinks.  Plus FREE raffle giveaways
will include season passes to Bear Valley, Spy goggles, Bern helmets,
a Ride snowboard, Smith helmets and goggles, lift tickets and much
more!

Special this year: SNOWBOMB TAHOE CARD giveaway to the first 250
people making a purchase of $40 or more.*

San Francisco Presidio Store - Thursday, November 8, 5pm-9pm 610
Mason St.  The Presidio (across from Crissy Field)
415-437-0100

Get 10% off the lowest marked price in store by saying you want the
Sliding on the Cheap discount, or shop online and use the code
SOTC6!  http://www.sportsbasement.com

*SOTC All Over The Planet!
Well, not quite.  But we do have SOTC Newsletters for: The Northwest,
Southern Cal, Utah, Colorado and New England as well as Tahoe!  Sign
up at the website: http://www.slidingonthecheap.com/

*Vertical Sunglasses!
We've got new styles and colors that are off the chain!  Check out
the new Polarized Speed Freaks, Black Ice Polarized, Back Cromium
Off the hook Iridium and more.  $14.99 shipped.  Don't like them?
Return for 100% refund!  We also added our own line of Snowboard
Beanies!  Orange Flame and Flaming Skulls!
http://stores.ebay.com/slidingonthecheap

*Mike Pechner SnowCast!
The storm this weekend will be enough to drop (only) a few inches
of snow, but it will lower temps enough that you can bet resorts
will make enough snow to get some slopes open.  The big news: Looks
like major snow inbound around the 18th and 19th and it's not gonna
stop.  December snowfall appears very good on the longer range
forecasts.  Powder for Christmas in my stocking!

Don't Miss!

*Kirkwood Correction
Win 50 Free Tickets!  Yeah, I got the web address wrong.
http://www.kirkwood.com/ if you've been trying to sign up.  More
details below in regular Kirkwood section.

*Warren Miller Movie Hits the Bay Area!
http://www.warrenmiller.com/ for dates and showtimes of his new Ski
and Snowboard movie: Off The Grid!

*Sierra-at-Tahoe
Legendary "Pray-For-Snow" Party November 15th.  Details below, and
at http://www.sierratahoe.com/

*Boreal Near Opening!
Could be open in a few days!  Check the details below, or
http://www.rideboreal.com/

*The Bay Area Ski & Snowboard Show

November 9-11, 2007 at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center San
Jose, California.  FREE BONUS Super Lift Ticket offer Jeep Dealers
sponsor cash prizes, free lift tickets and events within the show.
Manufacturer Info Center booths for the latest equipment advice.
Free ski lessons from Heavenly Ski & Ride School Tickets available
in advance at Any Mountain http://www.bayareasnowshow.com/

*Just The Stats, Jack!
Sierra-at-Tahoe
http://www.sierratahoe.com/
Trails & Slopes
2,000 Acres - 5 Terrain Parks
2,212' Vertical Rise - 1 17-foot Zaugg Superpipe
8,852' Top Elevation - 1 Standard Halfpipe (conditions permitting)
7,300' Bottom Elevation - 46 Slopes and Trails
25% Easier - 3 Express Family-Friendly Quad Chairlifts
50% More Difficult - 1 Triple Lift
25% Most Difficult - 5 Double Chairs
70% Groomed Terrain Nightly - 3 Surface Lifts
Longest Run: Sugar n' Spice 2.5 miles
5 Backcountry Access Gates
Average Annual Snowfall: 480 inches
Climate:
Average Annual Days of Sunshine: 75% of the year, or 274 days
Average daytime high temperature from November through April is 45degF
Average overnight low temperature from November through April is 19degF

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Okay, Sliders.  Time to Go Sliding On The Cheap!

*Squaw Valley USA
Hone your skills for the season with a FREE LESSON at Squaw Valley
USA!  Squaw Valley Lodge ski in/ski out deluxe studio $103 per
person, per night.  Includes 2 nights lodging, two days of skiing
and one free lesson per person.

Valid 7 days a week through 12/13.  Based on double occupancy.
Larger units available for additional cost.  Some restrictions
apply.  Please call 877-778-2932 for operations and further
information.

*Boreal
Working to get open Sunday, November 11th or Monday, November 12th
- Veteran's Day (conditions permitting).  planning to open with one
chair (Gunnar's), a jib line, and terrain for beginner through
intermediate abilities.  Please web daily for updates.
http://www.rideboreal.com/

*Alpine  Meadows
Working to get open on November 16th.  Don't forget the Ski and
Snowboard Instructor's Clinic!  http://www.skialpine.com/

*Sierra-at-Tahoe
Pray for Snow Party November 15th!  At 6:00 p.m., doors will open
for Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort and Double Whammy season pass holders
only (season pass or proof of pass purchase must be shown).  The
Rockwater Restaurant and Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort will sponsor free
appetizers and drinks, as a token of appreciation to all loyal
passholders.

At 7:00 p.m., doors open to the general public.  Happy Hour drink
specials will be offered throughout the night and dinner service
will be available in the restaurant.  Skiers and riders will also
be able to purchase season passes on-site during the party.
http://www.sierratahoe.com/

*Kirkwood
Win 50 Lift Tickets!  Kirkwood is giving away 50 lift tickets to
the 07/08 winter season.  Sign up to win by subscribing to the
Neighborwood Newsletter, or by updating your email profile online.

Be the first to know everything happening at Kirkwood this season.
Sign up for Powder Alerts, Neighborwood News, Special Resort Offers
and More!

Sign up and WIN!!
Winner will be notified via email on November 15, 2007.
http://www.kirkwood.com/

*Homewood
The new owners of Alpine Meadows also own Homewood.  They've got
big bucks and the plans to boot for both resorts, a rarity in the
cash squeezed ski industry.  Homewood has already seen significant
upgrades and improvements, making one of Tahoe's most family friendly
resorts even better.  If it's been awhile since you visited Homewood,
check out the website and give them a look-see this winter.
http://www.skihomewood.com/

*Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe!
Give 'em the perfect gift this year - the gift of snow at Mt. Rose -
Ski Tahoe.  Mt. Rose Elevation Cards (gift cards) are available
at the Main Lodge, Guest Services and the Slide Lodge ticket office.
Elevation Cards may be redeemed for all products at Mt. Rose.
Great Christmas Gifts for skiers and snowboarders!  http://www.skirose.com/

*Diamond Peak
Get 20% Off A Pre-Season Tune Up at the Rental Shop Nov 6, 2007
If you're a season pass holder you are eligible to receive 20% off
a pre-season tune-up at the DP rental shop until open!  Visit Guest
Services window to receive a coupon good for the discount.  Guest
Services will be open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1-3 pm.
- Offer only valid through December 12th
- Only valid for  season pass holders
http://www.diamondpeak.com/

*Heavenly!
We got the heads up: Heavenly will be flying the towers for the new
Olympic Express lift tomorrow morning.  Video should be available
via Brightcove downlink or YouTube.

Heavenly will kick-off the 2007/2008 season on November 16th!  Early
season weekend packages start at just $175 per person!!  Price:
Starting at $175 per person at Best Western Station House Inn Length
of stay: 2 night minimum required Includes: 2 nights lodging and 1
day of skiing or riding Valid: 11/15/07 -12/20/07
http://www.skiheavenly.com/

*Sugar Bowl
Still of the Best Deal for Groups in Tahoe With one of the best
locations in Tahoe, Sugar Bowl offers a competitive group lift
ticket rates.  Bring your group of 20 or more and pay only $47/adult,
$39/young adult, $10/children.  We offer one complimentary lift
ticket for each 20 purchased.  Bring your group to Sugar Bowl where
they offer "More fun.  Less hassle." Contact Group Sales for more
information.  Tel: 530-426-6723, Email: Groupsales at sugarbowl.com
or visit our website to register your group and manage your outing
http://www.sugarbowl.com/

Get the cobwebs off the boards, sliders!  It's almost on!

Kevin Tinto +  Crew
Editor-in-Chief
Slidingonthecheap.com