 Poster: A snowHead
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Going to the Castleford snowdome for the first time tomorrow.
Can peeps give me some idea of what I need to take? Obviously:
Sallopettes
Gloves
Skiboots.
What I'm more unsure of is how cold is it in there? Will I need a hat, coat etc....???
Dont wanna look a total weapon (at least till I get me ski's on) 
Thanks
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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It'll be busy at this time of the year. Quietest time seems to be between 4-6pm.
I regularly ski there in either ski trousers/base layer shirt/shell jacket/gloves or trousers/base layer/mid weight fleece/body warmer/gloves. I've never felt a need for a hat.
If your a SCGB member then take your card as you get 20% discount. You'll also need a pound coin for the lockers which is refundable.
Have a great time.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Charlatanefc, it's colder than you expect. It's a bit like skiing in the shade in resort.
I had full kit on (jacket, pants, gloves) and wasn't out of place, most people wear the same. If you layer up well you might not need a jacket, but it's chilly.
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Thanks chaps. Looks like I'll be wearing more than I planned then 
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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I'm surprised you say 4.00 - 6.00, spyderjon,I'd have thought that would be one of the most popular times. I find the morning and late at night (9.00 - 11.00) the best at Milton Keynes (same company), and obviously the week is emptier than weekends.
You can take your own skis if you want, but take off the wax if they are waxed or you'll run rather slow.
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You'll need to Register first of course.
You'll need to Register first of course.
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I don't think you need sunglasses or goggles. My eyes get the gravel thing (conjuctivitis?) in the Alps if I don't wear them for any time. But in a 2 hour session with no glasses thee was no problem. Have a great time.
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Thanks all, will be there from 1-3 tomorrow, really looking forward to it as well 
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snowball,
At this time of the year there a number of classes on the slopes at the weekend, but they finish at 4.00 - 4.30pm.
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It's like skiing in a big fridge. I wear a base layer, turtleneck, a fleece, gloves and a baseball cap and don't get too cold. I haven't had any problems with the light, and never use any eyewear of any sort.
If your head gets too cold, they provide helmets!
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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FAQ
if your worried about that.
Although I didnt like the fact that there was nowhere to just have a quick slide before you get on the lift. Got to the top and forgot how to turn and smashed into the crash mat at the top to the sound of a loud expletive! 