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Denis recounts an exhausting August hike toward Colorado’s Isabelle Glacier, where he turns a tiny patch of snow into a hard-earned summer ski run.
Denis recounts an exhausting August hike toward Colorado’s Isabelle Glacier, where he turns a tiny patch of snow into a hard-earned summer ski run.
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Updated July 12, 2006 by Denis
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Denis retells his grandson Conor’s memorable first ski trip on Mount Washington, where a summit snowfield run leads to a challenging climb, hiking, and plenty of family adventure.
Denis retells his grandson Conor’s memorable first ski trip on Mount Washington, where a summit snowfield run leads to a challenging climb, hiking, and plenty of family adventure.
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Updated July 11, 2006 by tgd
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Willi’s Greg Klein thanks DCSki members for welcoming the shop during its successful first season in Virginia and invites suggestions for the year ahead.
Willi’s Greg Klein thanks DCSki members for welcoming the shop during its successful first season in Virginia and invites suggestions for the year ahead.
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Updated July 10, 2006 by GregKlein
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Johnfmh shares a Washington Post article about ski resorts’ summer attractions, prompting members to recall their alpine-slide experiences and compare the thrills of sledding, skiing, and roller coasters.
Johnfmh shares a Washington Post article about ski resorts’ summer attractions, prompting members to recall their alpine-slide experiences and compare the thrills of sledding, skiing, and roller coasters.
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Updated July 10, 2006 by BushwackerinPA
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JimK remembers pioneering heli-skiing founder Hans Gmoser, who died after a cycling accident, and reflects on meeting him during his recent Washington honor and presentation.
JimK remembers pioneering heli-skiing founder Hans Gmoser, who died after a cycling accident, and reflects on meeting him during his recent Washington honor and presentation.
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Updated July 7, 2006 by comprex
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Denis shares a skier-speed study from another forum, while BushwackerinPA adds radar-gun measurements and personal reports of reaching speeds above 60 mph.
Denis shares a skier-speed study from another forum, while BushwackerinPA adds radar-gun measurements and personal reports of reaching speeds above 60 mph.
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Updated July 7, 2006 by BushwackerinPA
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Boarderbabe laments the Forum’s shift toward juvenile banter, prompting members to blame summer skiing withdrawal, defend the lighter tone, and trade jokes, music, and off-season distractions.
Boarderbabe laments the Forum’s shift toward juvenile banter, prompting members to blame summer skiing withdrawal, defend the lighter tone, and trade jokes, music, and off-season distractions.
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Updated July 6, 2006 by queenoftheslopes
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langleyskier reports Mammoth’s record snowfall season ended with a warm-June melt-off, prompting discussion of late-season skiing and Timberline’s remaining summer operations.
langleyskier reports Mammoth’s record snowfall season ended with a warm-June melt-off, prompting discussion of late-season skiing and Timberline’s remaining summer operations.
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Updated July 6, 2006 by langleyskier
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Jimmy asks whether telemark boots can serve for cross-country touring, prompting advice on balancing touring comfort with downhill performance when choosing between lighter and stiffer models.
Jimmy asks whether telemark boots can serve for cross-country touring, prompting advice on balancing touring comfort with downhill performance when choosing between lighter and stiffer models.
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Updated July 6, 2006 by teleman
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TerpSKI asks about golfing at Canaan Valley Resort, and fellow members recommend the scenic, walkable course while advising him to reserve a tee time during the busy summer season.
TerpSKI asks about golfing at Canaan Valley Resort, and fellow members recommend the scenic, walkable course while advising him to reserve a tee time during the busy summer season.
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Updated July 6, 2006 by yellowsnow
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tgd highlights West Virginia’s low disaster-preparedness ranking and its proposed role sheltering Washington-area evacuees, prompting debate over Corridor H, limited infrastructure, and the practicality of a mass exodus.
tgd highlights West Virginia’s low disaster-preparedness ranking and its proposed role sheltering Washington-area evacuees, prompting debate over Corridor H, limited infrastructure, and the practicality of a mass exodus.
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Updated July 5, 2006 by Roger Z
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KevR and tgd track Spain’s widening cycling doping scandal, debating its impact on teams and sponsors while reconsidering the Tour de France favorites after major contenders withdraw.
KevR and tgd track Spain’s widening cycling doping scandal, debating its impact on teams and sponsors while reconsidering the Tour de France favorites after major contenders withdraw.
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Updated July 5, 2006 by KevR
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