Rach and I were fortunate enough to go to the Olympics at Whistler last weekend and see 3 events. We saw the Men's and Women's Super G and the Big Hill Ski Jump! Lindsey Vonn took the bronze in the Super G and my Dad's all-time favorite skiier, Bode Miller, also took silver in the men's Super G. The US apparently sucks at ski jumping and didn't even get to the final 8 of the team jump...Oh well, there's always the Nordic Combined!!
Best Food of the Weekend: Amazing Spaghetti Carbonara from il Caminetti di Umberto, or Umberto's as the Roupe clan likes to call it. It was ridiculously awesome!
2nd place: Strangely Enough the Cheese Bread at Hy's Steakhouse was amazing! Better than the steak actually, which was a little dry...
3rd place: Poutine @ Citta! Yes, Fries+Cheese Curds+Gravy= Canadian Delicacy and bomb.com. Don't knock it until you try it. Great with a Coldie!
Watching Lindsay Vonn ski into first place during the Women's Super G and seeing my dad get a little bit emotional. Even though her run at first place was short-lived, it was great to see her take home the bronze.
Greatest Conversation of the Weekend:
This exchange took place outside of the Russian/Ukrainian team store.
Me: "Hey little buddy, what's your name and what kind of animal are you?"
Big Blue Mascot "Barashkapu Schernalmashka Beiarshkapu delsheperdaka"
Me: "Oh....Smile!"
Worst Conversation of the Weekend:
@ Sushi Village, I return from the restroom...
Ron, drunk old dude sitting at table next to us: "Hey, look what I bought you"
Me: "I'm not eating that"
Ron: "It's good, it's tobiko and raw quail egg. It's the best"
Me: "Not happening"
Ron: "Really? Come on. It's good!"
Me: "Unless you want that and everything else I ate tonight on your lap in about 5 minutes, I am not eating that. Should have bought me a drink".
Then Lee, Steph's boyfriend took them down and got a huge handshake from Ron. Ron then introduced himself to Lee for the 3rd time. Ladies and Gentlemen, Your Canadian FANS!
Most Spirited Fans (besides Canada):
Canadians were everywhere, in full force, but what do they wear? Lumberjack duds? Mountie uniforms? Roots stuff? Maple Syrup bottles? Beaver pelts? Anyways, they were EVERYWHERE and had great support for their teams, but the best dressed would have to go to this pack of Russians below....Notice the little bear with the gold medal around his neck on the t-shirt of the giant with the awesome hat on the left...Epic. And these were REAL RUSSIANS. Smoking like chimneys, speaking like they were pissed, and dressed totally awesome!
Did I ski?
Heck yes, and it was money. Straight bluebird with NO LINES! The sun softened up the back bowls and we were able to rip some gnar turns on the pow.
This guy was the unofficial Canadian Mascot. Some Red Adidas jumpsuit for 4 straight days running through the village with this flag. A Legend.
Was it as good as expected?
Yes, much better actually. Very well organized. Very friendly people. The only waits were at the bars. There was entertainment around every corner, from live DJ's to world renowned bands, to street performers, there was something for everyone. Didn't have to wait at the border either way and the bus system worked really well to get to the events. Did I mention I didn't see a cloud for 4 days? AND the US beat Canada in Hockey?
Yep, No Shirts!
Best Purchase of the Weekend:(besides Poutine)
A Couple Other Highlights of the Events:
Haha! I got you too Mr. Paparazzo!
Just 2 Americans being American!
If you look closely it says "Go USA eh"
A couple of racers havin' a smoke after being disqualified for not wearing shirts on the course. They claimed it was for less wind resistance. We all know it was for the ladies.
Having some apres ski fun at the Amsterdam Cafe
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