The Forum

Crunchy’s snow-covered trail photo sparks excitement for the ski season, along with playful football-team rivalry among Forum members.

skier219 introduces a free Mac app for tracking SteepAndCheap deals, prompting fellow bargain hunters to joke about compulsive buying and accumulating backup gear.

Roger Z seeks companions for a four-day Utah ski trip around a Park City wedding and advice on affordable, safe lodging near Salt Lake City.

JohnL highlights Blue Knob’s six-ticket pack, which can be shared among multiple skiers and used any day, with a discounted price available through December 24.

Gisela offers lightly used Elan skis, bindings, and boots for sale, explaining that she has shifted to telemark and backcountry skiing while members suggest selling the gear separately.

jeffo4 asks experienced riders for advice on choosing a first snowboard setup, including entry-level features and brands to avoid.

DCSki members debate how to define skier ability, comparing self-assessed levels across groomers, ice, bumps, powder, trees, and regional terrain.

The Colonel highlights gisela’s classified listing for lightly used Elan skis, bindings, and boots, hoping the equipment will find a home with another DCSkier.

TravisR celebrates the season’s first snow in western Virginia, with other members chiming in to share their own early flurries and snowy drives.

wvrocks reports Whitegrass opening first in West Virginia, prompting playful debate over early-season skiing in the Northeast versus Utah.

DCSki members compare snowfall reports from Snowshoe, Canaan Valley, and Davis, weighing forecast accuracy and the impact of elevation on early-season conditions.

jb714 reports that Seven Springs has begun snowmaking ahead of the weekend, prompting hopes that the resort can build a solid base before warmer weather returns.