Baller wtrskior Posted October 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 28, 2014 Planning a trip down to Orlando and I need all the help I can get. My last trip my sets got blown out (I still skied), thousands of dollars spent and lots of planning and I didn't walk away with anything but an appreciation for how the best skiers handle rough conditions. Wind was over 25mph every day. So please post up the best protected sites (that the public can ski at) based on wind direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller disland Posted October 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 28, 2014 The Boarding School has perpendicular lakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylerR Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 The boarding school, and I'm pretty sure klp's place has wind protection but I haven't been there to know for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted October 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 28, 2014 LaPoint Ski Park and Mapple were pretty well protected. It didn't stop us from skiing at least. When my wife and I skied with KC Wilson at his home lake it was very windy - didn't run any PB's but I don't think we wasted money - gained some insight on running the course in less than ideal conditions AND learned about handle control. To me - it makes ideal conditions even better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markchilcutt Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I have skied Swiss ski school and they have lakes running different directions that seem to have great protection. I have been fortunate to have had calm days 3 yrs running during the spring so not sure what it would look like with 25 mph wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Chef23 Posted October 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 28, 2014 Lapoint's place is pretty well protected. When I skied there Will Asher came over to ski because his lake was blown out. Lucky has two courses on different shores on his lake so there should be some protection from different winds. It could still get blown out though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DmaxJC_ski Posted October 28, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 28, 2014 Rossi told me Swiss is usually good when it's windy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ralph Lee Posted October 29, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 29, 2014 You could ski at swiss in a hurricane! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Zman Posted October 29, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 29, 2014 When I skied at The Boarding School about 4 weeks ago, Brooks commented that it was more windy than normal. It did seem a bit windy, but water conditions were excellent. The best part was how great Brooks is with his coaching. He picks up everything in the mirror. More importantly, he knows how to explain things you can actually work on to make the needed improvements. Excellent coach for sure - well worth the trip to The Boarding School! Also - a plug for an advertiser, Brooks uses a PTM 140 mirror - and that's how he is able to pick up everything you're doing while diving. I have my order in for the PTM 140 Pro (for my wife). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller markn Posted October 29, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 29, 2014 Swiss Ski School is darn near wind proof. Even with a howling north wind (when the winter fronts go through) it is skiable...albeit strong head/tail, but still skiable. MWN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller TEL Posted October 29, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 29, 2014 I live near Orlando, just some info starting around fall our wind changes direction and blows from the East. During the Summer the wind is from the West. So take a look at a map and look at what side the lakes you are looking at are most protected from the wind. Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wtrskior Posted October 30, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Some great info guys, thanks very much. Ive wanted to ski with brooks for a while ao ill check out The boarding school this time but might have to do another trip next year to swiss, have always wanted to ski there too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Zman Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 @wtrskior You'll be glad you did. Great water and @Brooks rocks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ColeGiacopuzzi Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Swiss for sure, every pro skier goes there when it's windy!! Radar Skis Follow Instagram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller SkiJay Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Wind? What wind? It's been really calm this fall! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller schafer Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Swiss or The Boarding School (what all these guys said ^ ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wtrskior Posted October 30, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 @SkiJay I know, weather has been phenomenal, But take a look at the extended forecast! Its been my luck a number of times to hit the worst 4-5 days of the month dead on during my trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller SkiJay Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Your concern is legit @wtrskior. Getting blown out does suck. +1 for Swiss, and here's hoping the water is so glassy it messes with your openers this trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wtrskior Posted October 30, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 @SkiJay haha, hopefully! I'm going down having not skied for a month, recovering from a shoulder injury and on a new ski, so my opener should be a sight to see :smiley: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ali Posted October 30, 2014 Baller Share Posted October 30, 2014 Pick and choose. Look at the forecast and choose your lake 2 days ahead. You will always get a ride somewhere. If you want coaching and great conditions I vote for Brooks, perpendicular lakes NS and WE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller SkiJay Posted November 1, 2014 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2014 I hope you're not in Orlando today @wtrskior! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Edbrazil Posted November 1, 2014 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2014 Wonder how it is looking at Andy's site today with the first major cold front of the season pushing its way in. Rocketman event scheduled for later in the day there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted November 1, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted November 1, 2014 @Skijay at Andy's tournament today. Looks exactly like that. Not fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted November 1, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted November 1, 2014 Thats a nice Walleye chop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted November 1, 2014 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2014 wind is from west and will shift from north...Drew's , and Swiss will be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ mike_mapple Posted November 2, 2014 Baller_ Share Posted November 2, 2014 Jump was perfect that night we got some wind in the morning still had Nate and Chris run 2@41. Dodd jumped 226 that night..wind wasn't that bad. Performance Ski and Surf Mike@perfski.com 👾 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted November 2, 2014 Administrators Share Posted November 2, 2014 @philip hughes does not run a ski school but his little site across the street from Swiss is one of the best kept secrets in Orlando. He says he does not run a ski school but he might sell you a ride and if he tells you what is wrong with your skiing you should listen. Oooo and it is protected from the wind Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wtrskior Posted November 2, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted November 2, 2014 @SkiJay no fortunately not by the looks of it. Some great info here. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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