Indoor skiing in Northern VA hits another snag

phil77 shares news of a planned indoor ski facility, prompting memories of older ski simulators, debate about their training value, and renewed skepticism about the long-delayed American Dream project.

DCSki members weigh the proposed Lorton indoor ski resort, questioning its soaring costs and business prospects while trading jokes and comparisons to other troubled projects.

wfyurasko introduces the proposed indoor Fairfax Peak ski facility in Lorton, prompting discussion of its slope design, European precedents, potential uses, costs, and appeal for training and gear demos.