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Mack investigates Snowshoe’s abandoned Hawthorne trail system and possible revival, prompting discussion of expansion plans, environmental obstacles, Western Territory terrain, and Silver Creek’s role.
Mack investigates Snowshoe’s abandoned Hawthorne trail system and possible revival, prompting discussion of expansion plans, environmental obstacles, Western Territory terrain, and Silver Creek’s role.
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Updated April 13, 2005 by JR
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JimK shares the story of Sugarloaf skier Paul’s remarkable 25-year streak, prompting memories of his longevity, extreme-weather skiing, and the trail later named in his honor.
JimK shares the story of Sugarloaf skier Paul’s remarkable 25-year streak, prompting memories of his longevity, extreme-weather skiing, and the trail later named in his honor.
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Updated April 12, 2005 by JimK
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SkiBumMSP reports on a challenging but rewarding final day at Snowshoe, while others share spring-closing memories and stories of the resort’s notoriously difficult drive.
SkiBumMSP reports on a challenging but rewarding final day at Snowshoe, while others share spring-closing memories and stories of the resort’s notoriously difficult drive.
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Updated April 11, 2005 by skier219
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Jimmy shares an article about ski alignment and preseason training, prompting an extended discussion of boot fitting, posture, angulation, inclination, and the tradeoffs between stability and speed.
Jimmy shares an article about ski alignment and preseason training, prompting an extended discussion of boot fitting, posture, angulation, inclination, and the tradeoffs between stability and speed.
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Updated April 11, 2005 by KevR
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lbotta praises the Volkl Supersport 6-Star after extensive skiing at Whistler and Snowshoe, while others discuss its exceptional edge hold, East Coast strengths, and powder limitations.
lbotta praises the Volkl Supersport 6-Star after extensive skiing at Whistler and Snowshoe, while others discuss its exceptional edge hold, East Coast strengths, and powder limitations.
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Updated April 10, 2005 by skier219
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SCWVA reports exceptional early-April skiing at Snowshoe, with plentiful snow, soft bumps, empty lifts, and more than 30 runs, prompting others to consider one last trip.
SCWVA reports exceptional early-April skiing at Snowshoe, with plentiful snow, soft bumps, empty lifts, and more than 30 runs, prompting others to consider one last trip.
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Updated April 10, 2005 by skier219
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Bumps shares a homemade video of his child snowboarding, while canaanman applauds the youngster’s progress and considers posting similar footage.
Bumps shares a homemade video of his child snowboarding, while canaanman applauds the youngster’s progress and considers posting similar footage.
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Updated April 9, 2005 by canaanman
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JimK pays tribute to Pope John Paul II by highlighting his deep Catholic faith, humanitarian legacy, and remarkable history as a dedicated skier in Poland, Italy, and the Alps.
JimK pays tribute to Pope John Paul II by highlighting his deep Catholic faith, humanitarian legacy, and remarkable history as a dedicated skier in Poland, Italy, and the Alps.
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Updated April 8, 2005 by SkiBumMSP
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TLaHaye asks about modern ski-storage practices, prompting advice on waxing edges, protecting skis from heat and moisture, hanging gear, and whether to loosen bindings.
TLaHaye asks about modern ski-storage practices, prompting advice on waxing edges, protecting skis from heat and moisture, hanging gear, and whether to loosen bindings.
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Updated April 8, 2005 by therusty
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therusty reports strong late-season conditions and new terrain at Snowbird, Beaver, and Jackson Hole, while members discuss visibility, challenging runs, and why Jackson Hole closes early.
therusty reports strong late-season conditions and new terrain at Snowbird, Beaver, and Jackson Hole, while members discuss visibility, challenging runs, and why Jackson Hole closes early.
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Updated April 8, 2005 by catskills
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Glenn_C and other skiers recount excellent late-season conditions at Canaan and Snowshoe, while the conversation expands into improving resorts’ online snow reports and weather tools.
Glenn_C and other skiers recount excellent late-season conditions at Canaan and Snowshoe, while the conversation expands into improving resorts’ online snow reports and weather tools.
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Updated April 8, 2005 by The Colonel
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jimboc notes that Timberline still has plenty of snow, while Norsk suggests the bigger issue is a lack of skiers.
jimboc notes that Timberline still has plenty of snow, while Norsk suggests the bigger issue is a lack of skiers.
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Updated April 7, 2005 by Norsk
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