HotChocolate
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Is that term ok with you? I was offended, maybe I'm overly sensitive IDK, thoughts.........
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Snow bunny?
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Depends on who is saying it and the context. To me, it implies someone who "skis" to go hang out in the lodge/bar and look cute, rather than someone who takes the skiing seriously. However, I've heard it from my mom and dad (and from my grandparents when they were still with us), and they obviously aren't trying to insult me, they just think they are being cute (and mean it as "I'm a girl who likes playing in the snow" - I doubt the insult aspect has ever occurred to them.
But usually it's not difficult to figure out what was meant by the comment.
But usually it's not difficult to figure out what was meant by the comment.
HotChocolate
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
I feel the same way about the term as Altagirl. To me and the crew I ski with...snow bunnies are the women who head to the mountain all glammed up, who actually purchase "cute" ski gear but do not ski, they are there only to chase men.
I try really hard to progress each year in this sport that I love. While I enjoy the social aspect of après ski, that is not why I ski. I ski because I love it and I'm no one's bunny, unless some role playing is happening
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Ski Diva, the context was...at a bar chatting with a guy, talking about life, passions etc... When I mentioned skiing he called me a snow bunny. He definitely wasn't trying to offend me and I blame it on his ignorance of the sport. However a few weeks ago I was checking out the Icelantic site and the description of their one women's specific ski used that term, it made me frown and think who writes this stuff??? So it was on my mind before I had this conversation with bar guy I guess.
Here is what I read on the site....out of context of course.
*You want to be the best looking ski bunny on the mountain!
So hop on snow bunnies and lead the charge!
I try really hard to progress each year in this sport that I love. While I enjoy the social aspect of après ski, that is not why I ski. I ski because I love it and I'm no one's bunny, unless some role playing is happening
. Ski Diva, the context was...at a bar chatting with a guy, talking about life, passions etc... When I mentioned skiing he called me a snow bunny. He definitely wasn't trying to offend me and I blame it on his ignorance of the sport. However a few weeks ago I was checking out the Icelantic site and the description of their one women's specific ski used that term, it made me frown and think who writes this stuff??? So it was on my mind before I had this conversation with bar guy I guess.
Here is what I read on the site....out of context of course.
*You want to be the best looking ski bunny on the mountain!
So hop on snow bunnies and lead the charge!
It's funny ... there have been times that I've been sensitive to "bunny" too. When I was first learning and was asked "are you going over to the bunny hill?", I hesitated, pointed and said, "I'm going over to the beginner area". I didn't mind the label "beginner" but did mind "bunny". I might not have known what I was doing, but I was serious about it!
But HotChocolate, that guy was just saying he thinks you're really cute ... as a snow bunny should be!
It means he tried to ski it and couldn't!
But HotChocolate, that guy was just saying he thinks you're really cute ... as a snow bunny should be!
It means he tried to ski it and couldn't!
Jenny
Angel Diva
Means he's an idiot, if you ask me!
bounceswoosh
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Oops ... I guess I never posted this last night. Better late than never?
It's not okay with me. I'd be offended. To me it implies a woman who can't really ski, is probably overdressed in expensive gear that may or may not be practical as ski gear, and is generally there to impress or land a man.
But then, I guess not everyone sees those as negatives =)
I had something kind of funny happen last year. I joined my husband's class at lunch. All men. It was one level higher than I'd skied before, and I was definitely self-conscious, repeatedly assuring everyone that if I was too slow, I would drop out of the class rather than holding them back.
Anyway, we skied a bit and then gathered where the instructor had stopped. One of the guys turns to me and said, "You ski like a girl!" I don't think this guy had any idea of the fury that was about to be unleashed upon him - but then I remembered the sticker on my helmet. The big one plastered across my head that says, "Ski like a girl!" He was just teasing me - in a nice way!
... It was pretty funny, but for a second there, my husband was concerned he was going to have to clean up this guy's pieces once I was through with him.
It's not okay with me. I'd be offended. To me it implies a woman who can't really ski, is probably overdressed in expensive gear that may or may not be practical as ski gear, and is generally there to impress or land a man.
But then, I guess not everyone sees those as negatives =)
I had something kind of funny happen last year. I joined my husband's class at lunch. All men. It was one level higher than I'd skied before, and I was definitely self-conscious, repeatedly assuring everyone that if I was too slow, I would drop out of the class rather than holding them back.
Anyway, we skied a bit and then gathered where the instructor had stopped. One of the guys turns to me and said, "You ski like a girl!" I don't think this guy had any idea of the fury that was about to be unleashed upon him - but then I remembered the sticker on my helmet. The big one plastered across my head that says, "Ski like a girl!" He was just teasing me - in a nice way!
... It was pretty funny, but for a second there, my husband was concerned he was going to have to clean up this guy's pieces once I was through with him.
geargrrl
Angel Diva
I'm with the "all dressed up in ski gear to not ski" camp. I have a relative who I would put in this category. Will never wear a hat because it messes up her hair; fixes make up and hair between each run, has been known to drop her phone number off the chairlift down to cute guys below, and would quit skiing after lunch to hit the bar...
She doesn't ski any more, but that is how she was for sure.
She doesn't ski any more, but that is how she was for sure.
bounceswoosh
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
I'm with the "all dressed up in ski gear to not ski" camp. I have a relative who I would put in this category. Will never wear a hat because it messes up her hair; fixes make up and hair between each run, has been known to drop her phone number off the chairlift down to cute guys below, and would quit skiing after lunch to hit the bar...
But ... can she shred? =P
Here's another question:
Why should "Ski like a girl" have negative connotations?
bounceswoosh
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Obviously, it shouldn't, and that's why it's on my helmet =) But it's all about tone. When he said it, he intentionally made it sound condescending. But again - he was just teasing me, because of the sticker.
You should have told me you did A-Basin! That is, if he evne know where that is.
I confess I do such things. Like, saying I like to bike A LITTLE on weekends. That is, 50-60 miles day as "a little". Puts the "right" (i.e. wrong) people in their place.
We stayed at a B and B in vail run by an elegant woman. She vacationed inVvail one year in the 70's , moved out the next season and became a skier. She is now in her late 70's and skis three days a week on any slope in Vail (she likes Vail, because she knows it.) She still calls herself a ski bunny. I want to be one when I grow up.
I think it is perfectly appropriate IF it is directed at a girl under 5 or 6! Beyond that, those types of statements should only be said by those who know you well enough for them to be considered a term of endearment (not one that I would choose, but each to their own on that one).
"Ski like a Girl" My kids would love one of those stickers! In our family....that is a compliment
The guy who insulted you about skiing Breck....as you know....he is foolish and knows nothing about ski resorts! Most resorts have something for everyone. Years ago, my barely 3 year old was skiing snowmass. An expert at 3, just because she could easily get down the greens without help?! I don't think so. But, she had a GREAT time
"Ski like a Girl" My kids would love one of those stickers! In our family....that is a compliment
The guy who insulted you about skiing Breck....as you know....he is foolish and knows nothing about ski resorts! Most resorts have something for everyone. Years ago, my barely 3 year old was skiing snowmass. An expert at 3, just because she could easily get down the greens without help?! I don't think so. But, she had a GREAT time
Kimmyt
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Maybe the Icelantic ad thing was going for a retro vibe? You know, in the 'lets poke fun at the idea that women used to be regarded as helpless pretty things back in the day'. I mean they do throw in the 'lead the charge' part, as incongruous as that seems.
To me, the term ski bunny is an outdated term, and while I wouldn't relish being called that, I'm not sure I find it offensive in print (although as others said, it depends on the way it's said if it's said to me in person).
To me, the term ski bunny is an outdated term, and while I wouldn't relish being called that, I'm not sure I find it offensive in print (although as others said, it depends on the way it's said if it's said to me in person).
You should have told me you did A-Basin! That is, if he evne know where that is.
Yeah....he was a doink. I work with much nicer people now.
The terrain at Breck accommodates such a large swath of abilities (in a good way) that his comment made very little sense.
Sure, I ski A-basin....as in, I get myself down the hill in one piece, and ,to quote my favorite signature, "with all my bones and ligaments intact."
KatyPerrey
PSIA 3 Children's Specialist 2 Keystone Resort
I "Ski Like A Girl" and I'm proud of that!!! One of my x-boyfriends still has "Ski Like A Girl" on his helmet and when someone gives him a hard time he tells them about a girl he dated that could out ski anyone male or female!
As for the "Ski Bunny" makes no difference to me - I can ski!
LilaBear
Ski Diva Extraordinaire
Is there a nuance of difference between Snow Bunny and Ski Bunny?
Snow Bunny makes me think of the offensive meanings, yet Ski Bunny seems like an affectionate term and one that I adopt towards myself. That and "Powder Hound!" which is amended to "Powder Pup" ten minutes later.
Today I picked up a phone charm that is a Sheep in a pink ski outfit (I'm in New Zealand), but Snow Lamb has no ring to it.....
I have a keyring that is a Starbucks Bearista with a Snow Bunny costume on, it tickles me. But lives in hiding because I avoid overt displays of cute and cuddly items on my person, not sure where to put the lamb thingie....
Snow Bunny makes me think of the offensive meanings, yet Ski Bunny seems like an affectionate term and one that I adopt towards myself. That and "Powder Hound!" which is amended to "Powder Pup" ten minutes later.
Today I picked up a phone charm that is a Sheep in a pink ski outfit (I'm in New Zealand), but Snow Lamb has no ring to it.....
I have a keyring that is a Starbucks Bearista with a Snow Bunny costume on, it tickles me. But lives in hiding because I avoid overt displays of cute and cuddly items on my person, not sure where to put the lamb thingie....
