The Forum

Forum members celebrate the season’s first snow across the western mountains, with jimboc highlighting Loveland’s early snowmaking and new mountain photos.

Kennedy reports scoring a discounted Rome Flag snowboard and a free lift ticket at Willi’s sale, while Straight Shot asks how long the sale at 7 Springs will continue.

JimK shares a possible free subscription offer for Skiing magazine, while members compare experiences receiving complimentary subscriptions through ski events and NASTAR.

Comprex shares first impressions of Bluehouse MR skis, praising their soft, damp flex and build quality while discussing their potential for Eastern trees, Western powder, and touring.

kwillg6 warns of confusion between two similarly named Timberline realty companies, while Scott and others explain their competing relationships with the resort and differing accounts of the split.

myrto asks about Tucker County’s reminders to rental owners, prompting discussion of the county’s crackdown on unreported rentals and unpaid lodging taxes.

fishnski questions whether the weakening U.S. dollar will make Canadian and European ski trips less appealing, prompting replies about interest rates and the dollar’s declining global value.

crunchy shares several fun YouTube videos from Whitetail, prompting enthusiastic replies and anticipation for visiting Chip and the gang.

After months away, skier219 reassures members he is well, explains his summer ski hiatus, and looks ahead to Snowshoe’s opening while replies also discuss Mountain Masher’s departure.

anon is seeking a Sportube hard case that can hold two pairs of skis for air travel and may offer padded ski bags as part of a trade.

GGNagy highlights a report about a possible Laurel Mountain co-op, while Laurel Hill Crazie confirms the project grew from DCSki discussions and seeks prospective investors and business expertise.

DCSki members share advice on Southern California skiing, weighing nearby resorts such as Baldy and Mountain High against Mammoth and June Mountain’s superior terrain and snow.