The Forum

Woody asks for advice on a weather-resistant cargo box for his Subaru Forester, prompting recommendations on Thule, Yakima, and Inno models, fit, capacity, and durability.

Charlie counts down the days until ski season, prompting a lighthearted exchange about summer heat, yard work, and JohnL’s longtime roller-hockey games.

Snowsmith asks for opinions on Kastle skis, especially the highly regarded MX 88, and MikeC’s positive experience helps reinforce their reputation for performance and quality.

gtop and other DCSki members lament summer’s arrival and long for snow, while Business Bruce points out that western ski country is still enjoying spring conditions.

bob reports that exceptional snowfall is keeping A-Basin open into June, while later replies note similarly strong late-season conditions at Aspen and Snowbird.

Business Bruce shares a video from Wisp’s late-May riding, marking the end of the East Coast season before heading west to film at Snowbird.

Chaga shares a rainbow-lit Blackwater River canoeing route near Timberline, prompting questions about water conditions and a brief discussion of Timberline’s upcoming season passes.

Denis recounts a frightening slide while spring skiing Mt. Washington’s summit snowfields, prompting fellow members to express relief and emphasize the importance of respecting the mountain.

Denis shares an old Mt. Washington lightning encounter and spring summit-skiing reports, then mentions plans to return over Memorial Day weekend.

SCWVA reports that heavy snow canceled a Tour of California stage near Tahoe, prompting talk of a future Epic Gathering and debate over snowpack and global warming.

Business Bruce shares a video from Big Boulder’s May 7 terrain-park day, praising the excellent conditions and lift-served spring skiing.

Denis recounts a challenging, rewarding three-day Mt. Hood trip, with shifting weather, closed lifts, avalanche concerns, and surprisingly good fresh tracks in wind-deposited snow.