It's Skiing again

[JockandRita]

clipped.........not sure what the swift is going to use though,

A damn site more no doubt.

Regards,

Jock.

 

[Popeye]

A damn site more no doubt.

Regards,

Jock.

Jock, I've been watching your fabulous avatar since Sep-Oct last year and all I can think now is....................














.............................Insatiable :Blush: I want some.........Griff

 

[JockandRita]

Jock, I've been watching your fabulous avatar since Sep-Oct last year and all I can think now is...............................................Insatiable :Blush: I want some.........Griff

And that's without ever setting eyes on the "lovely Rita".

It's amazing what thoughts and perceptions folks can conjure up, having only witnessed a "kiss and a cuddle", albeit animated.

Cheers,

Jock.

P.S. It's been ongoing for many a year Popeye.

 

[Popeye]

And that's without ever setting eyes on the "lovely Rita".
It's amazing what thoughts and perceptions folks can conjure up, having only witnessed a "kiss and a cuddle", albeit animated.
Cheers,Jock.

P.S. It's been [HI]ongoing for many a year Popeye[/HI].

Have you got a spare fire-fighters uniform I could borrow, you bad boy..

...............even my secretary has a calender with a fire-fighter posing on the cover.:thumb:

 

[chrisgreen]

Good advice Chris.:thumb:

One would hope that diesel purchased in Alpine France would be OK for the job in hand. In the Army, Kero was used as an anti waxing agent.

A bit of research on the French filling station websites might be called for! It'll be a bit chilly if our Webasto packs up due to waxed diesel!!!

as paul said the diesel you buy at the base of the mountain will have all the additives it needs to stop waxing:thumb:but the bit about water in filters still stand's,no amount of additives will stop water freezeing
as for your webasto heater,great bit's of kit better than most gas heating:thumb:
if you do for any unforseen reason suffer with waxing, pour warm water over your fuel filter/filters:thumb:
and all of you going on this trip have a great time:thumb::thumb::thumb:

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[Ash]

well, motorhome all packed skis in:thumb: cannot wait now three more sleeps to go then we on the way to the ski slops with lots of funsters eleven van..:thumb::thumb: the french will not no whats hit them...:Cool:

 

[Forestboy]

Just watched Ski Sunday picked up a few tips

Pick up the skis tomorrow, vans all packed ready to go except for water.

Leave Tuesday lunchtime catch train early Weds morning can't wait :thumb::thumb:

 

[champers]

Please don't forget to post the piccies!

Yep will do , think there is one of Martin in the albums in his Mankini already

 

[jonandshell]

You Lucky, Lucky B"*^!£rds!

We won't be there until Sunday Afternoon!

Thanks to the snow, we had a bit of practice here in Norfolk today! Alpine skiing in Norfolk, who would have thought it!

 

[jonandshell]

Just watched Ski Sunday picked up a few tips

Pick up the skis tomorrow, vans all packed ready to go except for water.

Leave Tuesday lunchtime catch train early Weds morning can't wait :thumb::thumb:

I hope we don't need those monks to read the last rites if we have a fall when skiing!!!

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[niggle]

got a good mate in la tania ,and he is so boyant hes been there7 weeks as he winters there, he instructs and lives in the m/h ,said to day some trouble [ break ins ] and a sat dish has gone off another van ,how i dont know ,but it was while they were ski ing

 

[niggle]

I hope we don't need those monks to read the last rites if we have a fall when skiing!!!

train

 

[jaygee]

well, motorhome all packed skis in:thumb: cannot wait now three more sleeps to go then we on the way to the ski slops with lots of funsters eleven van..:thumb::thumb: the french will not no whats hit them...:Cool:

Packing ours on Tuesday :thumb::thumb::thumb:
Clothes all sorted and laid out on bed - just got to sort out swimming costume for the spa - think i'll be spending a lot of time in there (may have to get weekly pass LOL)
Just cooking some meals to freeze & take with us.

 

[jonandshell]

train

LOL! You should try training for alpine skiing in deepest Norfolk!!!!!!

They say practice makes perfect, I hope the fellow Skiing Funsters can prepare themselves for a wonderful display of imperfection on the green slopes due to our lack of practice!

 

[Forestboy]

You Lucky, Lucky B"*^!£rds!

We won't be there until Sunday Afternoon!

Thanks to the snow, we had a bit of practice here in Norfolk today! Alpine skiing in Norfolk, who would have thought it!

Sunday Afternoon :Eeek I'll have had enough skiing by then I'll be in the bar getting stuck into a nice cold Guiness

Jan just said no I won't I'll be cooking Sunday dinner.


Oh guys don't forget its Valentines day while we're away

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[haganap]

Yep the Haganaps are ready :thumb:

Went to the chill factor on Thursday night where I had a big crash doing the Box grind :Sad: swollen thumb smashed Iphone and a massive dent in EGO.

Still great fun and all me kit working good. George has had a crash jumping off a ski jump and practicing jumping higher than a motorhome for some reason, Great crash but he's ok :Cool:

Weather looks like more snow on day of arrival and very cold, but that's what happens when you go skiing... Be no good warm and dry oh:

Got lots of gas, plenty of food and me snow chains in easy reach........

See you on the road, will be leaving Wednesday morning..:thumb::thumb:

You should all have the aires if you wanna meet, if not see you in resort,

And, Jon and Shell, plenty of time to throw a family sickie


So, make sure your all ready and see you all real soon......:thumb:

 

[Forestboy]

Yep the Haganaps are ready :thumb:

Went to the chill factor on Thursday night where I had a big crash doing the Box grind :Sad: swollen thumb smashed Iphone and a massive dent in EGO.

Still great fun and all me kit working good. George has had a crash jumping off a ski jump and practicing jumping higher than a motorhome for some reason, Great crash but he's ok :Cool:

Weather looks like more snow on day of arrival and very cold, but that's what happens when you go skiing... Be no good warm and dry oh:

Got lots of gas, plenty of food and me snow chains in easy reach........

See you on the road, will be leaving Wednesday morning..:thumb::thumb:

You should all have the aires if you wanna meet, if not see you in resort,

And, Jon and Shell, plenty of time to throw a family sickie


So, make sure your all ready and see you all real soon......:thumb:

Where you staying Wednesday night ??

 

[haganap]

Hi Rory we are staying at Bellicourt aire, about 2 hours from Calais on the toll about 3 hours non toll.:thumb:

 

[Forestboy]

Hi Rory we are staying at Bellicourt aire, about 2 hours from Calais on the toll about 3 hours non toll.:thumb:

Ok we're hoping to get the other side of Troyes 1st night looks to be a nice Aire next to a lake Geraudot, depends how we feel and what progress we make. gives us a nice steady run to Annecy the following day.

Strange planning 2 days to get there we used to catch the midnight ferry and arrive midday when we took the car, bloody knackered mind you but a lot younger as well.

 

[MONSI]

Van all packed meals prepared n froze a little bit
More food shopping tomorrow then we setting of Monday
After time ready for the crossing Tuesday morning
Let the holiday begin
See you all there

Lisa & brian

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[haganap]

Ok we're hoping to get the other side of Troyes 1st night looks to be a nice Aire next to a lake Geraudot, depends how we feel and what progress we make. gives us a nice steady run to Annecy the following day.

Strange planning 2 days to get there we used to catch the midnight ferry and arrive midday when we took the car, bloody knackered mind you but a lot younger as well.

to true Rory

When we lived down south, it was 1.5 hours to Dover, hop on ferry, see you anywhere by the end of the day...

Now in the van, its 5.5- 6 hrs to Dover, ferry crossing, whole up somewhere and then a nice 50-60 mph drive to where we're off.:Blush:

 

[haganap]

Driving in Ice & Snow

Some handy tips on safety when heading to the Alpine hills in winter, with useful information and links to essential weather and snow report websites.
Winter driving in the mountains of France - particularly the French Alpine regions and the Pyrénées - can involve snow and ice conditions. As well as preparing for a mountain or ski trip, it is worth remembering that a vehicle will also be affected by the cold and snow and should be well-prepared.

Precautions to be Taken
Even if there is no snow on the road be aware of the temperatures, black ice can linger all day in sheltered places, causing hazardous driving conditions. If the temperature is below freezing ice may melt if it is exposed to the sun, and vice versa, ice that is not exposed to the sun will not melt even though the temperature may be above freezing
Plan the route and check the weather before you leave. Many of the high mountain passes, cols, will be closed during bad weather.
Alpine roads website (English)
Pyrénées traffic website (French)
Also check for wind, many cols are in exposed areas and wind can blow enough snow across the road to close the route without it actually snowing
Try to keep the fuel tank full; if a road is closed and a diversion is necessary this can be a lengthy extension to the trip
For prolonged stays in the mountains it is recommended that the vehicle be fitted with snow tyres, most major garages can do this. Snow tyres are specially adapted with a thicker tread and improved performance in cold conditions. Take professional advise about fitting procedures
If you are driving in the mountains in the winter it is obligatory to carry snow chains in the vehicle. Chains are relatively inexpensive but are invaluable if you are caught in bad weather. Be aware that they are generally much more expensive if bought at a resort. Before the trip, read the instructions and do a trial run of putting them on. Snow chains are rarely required on warm dry pleasant days in well-populated areas; it is usually dark, cold and in the middle of nowhere. Keep a pair of gloves with the chains; hands get cold very quickly
Always reduce your speed in bad weather and use a low gear when heading downhill, this is to avoid skidding which can happen when using the brakes
Saturdays are generally "change-over" days in France; this is the time when huge numbers of people are moved up and down the mountain roads, in and out of the resorts. Hundreds of cars coaches and camper vans will be using the road and even in good conditions accidents and congestion can occur
The periods when skiing areas are at their busiest are Christmas, New Year, February and Easter. Weekend traffic during these periods is usually on a red alert in the skiing areas and major motorway junctions, particularly around Lyon, Grenoble, Albertville and Geneva are all prone to problems
The French system is to grade the severity of the traffic:



fine traffic conditions busy conditions severe conditions
Traffic Info website (French)
Most resorts have a single road in and out so if there is a problem the traffic will build up very quickly
Once you have arrived at the resort, try to park indoors if possible. If not, park facing downhill leaving the car in gear and with the handbrake off (it can freeze)
Lift windscreen wipers away from the window
Remember where it was parked, a car is not easy to identify under a metre of snow

 

[jaygee]

Right, time to start packing up the van. A bit different to most as this is the first time we have been away in it so am starting more or less from scratch. have loads of lists but I'm sure we will forget somethings.
Luckilly we will be with loads of Funsters who will be able to help us out:thumb:

 

[bobandjanie]

Have a safe trip guys, :thumb: we would love to come with you but it's the wrong time of the year for us. Bet it feels like winter should, unlike here in Spain. See you in the spring. :thumb: Bob and Jane.

 

[champers]

Right, time to start packing up the van. A bit different to most as this is the first time we have been away in it so am starting more or less from scratch. have loads of lists but I'm sure we will forget somethings.
Luckilly we will be with loads of Funsters who will be able to help us out:thumb:

Lists are good, mark off then as you pack or place in the van, I normally start by loading the dining table with stuff a week before , any other / special weather clothes in a suitcase ready to cart out as norm leave some clothes in the van anyway, but for skiing obviously specialized clothing

How are you travelling over by / when ?

Have a safe journey

Kath

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[Ash]

We're heading off about 6pm , staying this side tonight , crossing in the morning , hope to be on the ski slopes by Thursday afternoon

 

[jaygee]

We are on 7pm ferry tomorrow night, staying on an aires neazr calais then one just before annecy then off to slopes on fri.
See you there!!

 

[haganap]

Don't worry Jackie and Tony...

Im sure you will have all you need. Just bring Whiskey

See you tomorrow night, just given the van a quick clean so all is ready to go...

Just gotta drop the Dog at the Prison, Eat dinner tomorrow and then we are on our way...:thumb:

Enjoy those toll roads Ash, :Cool:

Nothing like hammering on to get a bit more practice in, expect to see you at the snow park by the time we get there. :thumb:

 

[Carol]

Have a good trip, and a wonderful time, as funsters that is a given, let us have some pictures sounds great.

 

[champers]

Don't worry Jackie and Tony...

Im sure you will have all you need. Just bring Whiskey

See you tomorrow night, just given the van a quick clean so all is ready to go...

Just gotta drop the Dog at the Prison, Eat dinner tomorrow and then we are on our way...:thumb:

Enjoy those toll roads Ash, :Cool:

Nothing like hammering on to get a bit more practice in, expect to see you at the snow park by the time we get there. :thumb:

Safe journey Paul and others...


Ash needs to practice ( only teasing Steve)

He is a good skier loads of fun and encourages others that they can do it !

And that he only shows the good bits of video that he takes

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