crazy_t Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Hi guys, Two of my friends from the Elbrus area of Russia just let me know yesterday that they are flying in to LA on the 11th, to participate in the 1st round of the Nissan freeride comp tour, which culminates in Verbier. If I had known earlier, I would have flown down and driven them myself, set up their arrangements etc. But I'm booked. ?s- I need beta on affordable travel options from LAX (they arrive midday on the 11th) to Mammoth. Then once there, they need affordable/reasonable lodging. I don't know Mammoth at all; I've found a few things via their site but am looking for creative ways to save them $. They are really solid people; a married couple, she's an ethnic German (Bavarian), and he's an ethnic Balkarian (traditionally living in the mountains and valleys around Elbrus). They have been Russian extreme champions numerous times, and last year in the final Verbier comp she came in 4th overall for boarders; I think he was 6th+. They are full time guides on Elbrus, guiding the peak in summer and backcountry skiing in the winter. If you were able to help them out, and had plans to travel to Elbrus, they'd definitely hook you up. I have used them for local support and as guides for the 15 trips I have made to Elbrus; they are great folks, and very reliable. Please let me know if you know anything. I am living in Seattle so can make reservations for them with my credit card, etc. Post ideas here or on a pm, or call Tom on my cell at 206-396-2059. Thanks in advance for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted January 6, 2008 Share Posted January 6, 2008 affordable transport - rental car. quite cheap at LAX (buy chains on the way if you need them) affordable lodging - camping or a motel in Bishop (many to choose ~30-45 minute drive with car from Bishop) If I were down there I'd offer to drive them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy_t Posted January 6, 2008 Author Share Posted January 6, 2008 Thanks, man. That's a good start. I heard another strong vote for the rental too, like the chains tip. Keep it coming folks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy_t Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 bump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 try here http://forums.mammothmountain.com/forum/index.cfm?forumid=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy_t Posted January 7, 2008 Author Share Posted January 7, 2008 Thanks Hugh, that's exactly what I was looking for. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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