why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

bertwert · 11-26-2018, 09:47 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by CharLac

Good morning Dave, sun has just gone down and it's pouring rain. That rain is due to change to snow in the next few hours and then we might be getting a good walloping.

Been snowing at home all day, blue skies in Calgary (I think, I was stuck in an office building).

We left early this morning and were in Banff around sunrise, lovely skies, and golden clouds contrasting with the snowy mountatin peaks. Too bad no camera with me.

bertwert · 11-26-2018, 09:49 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Wax those skis up Charlie.

Wax...? Silly modern invention!
We use pine pitch 'round here.

**rod_grant** · 11-27-2018, 12:12 AM - **1 Like**

Racer; NO racing until the doc says so.
Look after that foot and it will look afetr you (eventually).
Here's to healing!!

**savoche** · 11-27-2018, 01:19 AM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Got the Christmas tree out, assembled, lighted and decorated today. Since I will be getting the right foot operated on Tuesday morning today was the last chance to get it done.

So, one more day of work, then a bit of a "vacation" for Racer.

Operate again?!

**savoche** · 11-27-2018, 01:20 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bertwert

I was out for a short ski on a neighbours place, and through the field I saw a herd of elk. I purposely chose to go down the hill through the forest in the opposite direction that the elk went, as to avoid skiing into one and disrupting it's peaceful existence. So I was heading down a fast twisty trail on my over 2 metre long sticks, unable to slow down or really turn, when what do I do? That's right, ski right into a big bloomin' bull elk! I managed to throw myself down in the snow to scrape to a stop about 1-2 metres away, while the spooked giant jumped off into the forest. They're quite sizeable creatures, especially when you're that close...

Indeed. No red deer (which I suppose is the closest we have to the elk) in my part of the country, but I do know moose feel rather big when they come close. Good thing he decided no kicking or goring was needed to facilitate an escape...

**savoche** · 11-27-2018, 01:28 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

Wax...? Silly modern invention!
We use pine pitch 'round here.

Not the best on wet snow, though. You should try some of Østbye's Klister, an excellent 1913 patent

Quote:

it was a mix of paraffin, pine resin, venetian turpentine and shellac

Grip and Glide: A Short History of Ski Wax | International Skiing History Association

**savoche** · 11-27-2018, 01:41 AM - **2 Likes**

Guys, I have a confession to make...

We all know how easy it is to make a mis-step that will throw you off the straight and narrow, sometimes sending you tumbling quite a distance down the hillside. And the climb up the slippery slope through the thorny underbrush can be a bloody challenge. Well, it seems I just keep on going down that slope

I hae a dark past. First it was that kaythree (yes, it had to be said). And when the hociR first gets its foot in the door... In followed the GR, a purebred offspring of the hociR. But yesterday I hit a new low point... a Theta

Fully encompassing 360 degrees of hociR evil!

Help?

Not sure what to do

MarkJerling · 11-27-2018, 01:54 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by savoche

Guys, I have a confession to make...

We all know how easy it is to make a mis-step that will throw you off the straight and narrow, sometimes sending you tumbling quite a distance down the hillside. And the climb up the slippery slope through the thorny underbrush can be a bloody challenge. Well, it seems I just keep on going down that slope

I hae a dark past. First it was that kaythree (yes, it had to be said). And when the hociR first gets its foot in the door... In followed the GR, a purebred offspring of the hociR. But yesterday I hit a new low point... a Theta

Fully encompassing 360 degrees of hociR evil!

Help?

Not sure what to do

Say three hail bacons and balance will be restored in the force.

Racer X 69 · 11-27-2018, 04:37 AM

Originally posted by savoche

Operate again?!

Today is the first time for the right foot.

Two years ago it was the left foot.

**rod_grant** · 11-27-2018, 04:51 AM - **1 Like**

The right foot and the other foot!

Racer X 69 · 11-27-2018, 04:53 AM - **4 Likes**

Just got up, getting ready for the trip to the city and the hospital.

They have some odd requirements for preparing for surgery. Sure, the usual, nothing to eat or drink after midnight. No aspirin or nsaid medication one week prior.

Do not shave.

Last night I had to shower, no lotions or scented soap. Dry off with a freshly laundered towel, freshly laundered linens on the bed.

This morning, another shower, same restrictions as last nights shower, finish using a special iodine soap scrub thing from the right thigh to the foot, paying close attention to the toes.

Dry off with yet another freshly laundered towel, but try to let the iodine scrub mostly dry on the skin.

Put on freshly laundered clothes and head to the hospital.

No breakfast.

No coffee.

No bacon.

Not even a sip of water.

Sheesh!

I’ll be ready for a bacon cheeseburger when I get out later today.

Racer X 69 · 11-27-2018, 04:55 AM

Originally posted by rod_grant

The right foot and the other foot!

They are done with the left foot.

tim60 · 11-27-2018, 05:20 AM

Originally posted by savoche

Not the best on wet snow, though. You should try some of Østbye's Klister, an excellent 1913 patent

Grip and Glide: A Short History of Ski Wax | International Skiing History Association

1913 patent.

Wonderful news. All the details are n the patent and anyone in the world is now allowed to manufacture, sell or otherwise exploit for gain whatever it is that is covered in that patent.

**Fries** · 11-27-2018, 05:22 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Just got up, getting ready for the trip to the city and the hospital.

They have some odd requirements for preparing for surgery. Sure, the usual, nothing to eat or drink after midnight. No aspirin or nsaid medication one week prior.

Do not shave.

Last night I had to shower, no lotions or scented soap. Dry off with a freshly laundered towel, freshly laundered linens on the bed.

This morning, another shower, same restrictions as last nights shower, finish using a special iodine soap scrub thing from the right thigh to the foot, paying close attention to the toes.

Dry off with yet another freshly laundered towel, but try to let the iodine scrub mostly dry on the skin.

Put on freshly laundered clothes and head to the hospital.

No breakfast.

No coffee.

No bacon.

Not even a sip of water.

Sheesh!

I’ll be ready for a bacon cheeseburger when I get out later today.

Hope everything goes well. Good luck!

MarkJerling · 11-27-2018, 05:25 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

They are done with the left foot.

You Tube

Good luck mate. Enjoy the nap.

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11-26-2018, 09:47 PM - 2 Likes	#60136
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by CharLac Good morning Dave, sun has just gone down and it's pouring rain. That rain is due to change to snow in the next few hours and then we might be getting a good walloping. Been snowing at home all day, blue skies in Calgary (I think, I was stuck in an office building). We left early this morning and were in Banff around sunrise, lovely skies, and golden clouds contrasting with the snowy mountatin peaks. Too bad no camera with me.

11-26-2018, 09:49 PM - 2 Likes	#60137
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Wax those skis up Charlie. Wax...? Silly modern invention! We use pine pitch 'round here.

11-27-2018, 12:12 AM - 1 Like	#60138
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	Racer; NO racing until the doc says so. Look after that foot and it will look afetr you (eventually). Here's to healing!!

11-27-2018, 01:19 AM	#60139
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Got the Christmas tree out, assembled, lighted and decorated today. Since I will be getting the right foot operated on Tuesday morning today was the last chance to get it done. So, one more day of work, then a bit of a "vacation" for Racer. Operate again?!

11-27-2018, 01:20 AM - 1 Like	#60140
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by bertwert I was out for a short ski on a neighbours place, and through the field I saw a herd of elk. I purposely chose to go down the hill through the forest in the opposite direction that the elk went, as to avoid skiing into one and disrupting it's peaceful existence. So I was heading down a fast twisty trail on my over 2 metre long sticks, unable to slow down or really turn, when what do I do? That's right, ski right into a big bloomin' bull elk! I managed to throw myself down in the snow to scrape to a stop about 1-2 metres away, while the spooked giant jumped off into the forest. They're quite sizeable creatures, especially when you're that close... Indeed. No red deer (which I suppose is the closest we have to the elk) in my part of the country, but I do know moose feel rather big when they come close. Good thing he decided no kicking or goring was needed to facilitate an escape...

11-27-2018, 01:28 AM	#60141
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by bertwert Wax...? Silly modern invention! We use pine pitch 'round here. Not the best on wet snow, though. You should try some of Østbye's Klister, an excellent 1913 patent Quote: it was a mix of paraffin, pine resin, venetian turpentine and shellac Grip and Glide: A Short History of Ski Wax \| International Skiing History Association

11-27-2018, 01:41 AM - 2 Likes	#60142
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Guys, I have a confession to make... We all know how easy it is to make a mis-step that will throw you off the straight and narrow, sometimes sending you tumbling quite a distance down the hillside. And the climb up the slippery slope through the thorny underbrush can be a bloody challenge. Well, it seems I just keep on going down that slope I hae a dark past. First it was that kaythree (yes, it had to be said). And when the hociR first gets its foot in the door... In followed the GR, a purebred offspring of the hociR. But yesterday I hit a new low point... a Theta Fully encompassing 360 degrees of hociR evil! Help? Not sure what to do

11-27-2018, 01:54 AM - 2 Likes	#60143
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by savoche Guys, I have a confession to make... We all know how easy it is to make a mis-step that will throw you off the straight and narrow, sometimes sending you tumbling quite a distance down the hillside. And the climb up the slippery slope through the thorny underbrush can be a bloody challenge. Well, it seems I just keep on going down that slope I hae a dark past. First it was that kaythree (yes, it had to be said). And when the hociR first gets its foot in the door... In followed the GR, a purebred offspring of the hociR. But yesterday I hit a new low point... a Theta Fully encompassing 360 degrees of hociR evil! Help? Not sure what to do Say three hail bacons and balance will be restored in the force.

11-27-2018, 04:37 AM	#60144
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,067	Originally posted by savoche Operate again?! Today is the first time for the right foot. Two years ago it was the left foot.

11-27-2018, 04:51 AM - 1 Like	#60145
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	The right foot and the other foot!

11-27-2018, 04:53 AM - 4 Likes	#60146
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,067	Just got up, getting ready for the trip to the city and the hospital. They have some odd requirements for preparing for surgery. Sure, the usual, nothing to eat or drink after midnight. No aspirin or nsaid medication one week prior. Do not shave. Last night I had to shower, no lotions or scented soap. Dry off with a freshly laundered towel, freshly laundered linens on the bed. This morning, another shower, same restrictions as last nights shower, finish using a special iodine soap scrub thing from the right thigh to the foot, paying close attention to the toes. Dry off with yet another freshly laundered towel, but try to let the iodine scrub mostly dry on the skin. Put on freshly laundered clothes and head to the hospital. No breakfast. No coffee. No bacon. Not even a sip of water. Sheesh! I’ll be ready for a bacon cheeseburger when I get out later today.

11-27-2018, 04:55 AM	#60147
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,067	Originally posted by rod_grant The right foot and the other foot! They are done with the left foot.

11-27-2018, 05:20 AM	#60148
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,743	Originally posted by savoche Not the best on wet snow, though. You should try some of Østbye's Klister, an excellent 1913 patent Grip and Glide: A Short History of Ski Wax \| International Skiing History Association 1913 patent. Wonderful news. All the details are n the patent and anyone in the world is now allowed to manufacture, sell or otherwise exploit for gain whatever it is that is covered in that patent.

11-27-2018, 05:22 AM - 1 Like	#60149
Fries Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gauw Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,582	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Just got up, getting ready for the trip to the city and the hospital. They have some odd requirements for preparing for surgery. Sure, the usual, nothing to eat or drink after midnight. No aspirin or nsaid medication one week prior. Do not shave. Last night I had to shower, no lotions or scented soap. Dry off with a freshly laundered towel, freshly laundered linens on the bed. This morning, another shower, same restrictions as last nights shower, finish using a special iodine soap scrub thing from the right thigh to the foot, paying close attention to the toes. Dry off with yet another freshly laundered towel, but try to let the iodine scrub mostly dry on the skin. Put on freshly laundered clothes and head to the hospital. No breakfast. No coffee. No bacon. Not even a sip of water. Sheesh! I’ll be ready for a bacon cheeseburger when I get out later today. Hope everything goes well. Good luck!