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jgm asks whether the 2004-05 winter is repeating 2001-02, prompting debate over warm spells, snowmaking, late-season prospects, and when Mid-Atlantic skiers should give up hope.
jgm asks whether the 2004-05 winter is repeating 2001-02, prompting debate over warm spells, snowmaking, late-season prospects, and when Mid-Atlantic skiers should give up hope.
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Updated January 4, 2005 by Mountain Masher
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DCSki members suggest Mid-Atlantic options for an experienced English visitor, while cautioning that local resorts offer fun, challenging skiing but cannot match Europe or Utah.
DCSki members suggest Mid-Atlantic options for an experienced English visitor, while cautioning that local resorts offer fun, challenging skiing but cannot match Europe or Utah.
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Updated January 4, 2005 by langleyskier
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DCSki members lament a prolonged warm, rainy spell, worry about local resorts losing their bases, and weigh the impact on upcoming trips and the rest of the season.
DCSki members lament a prolonged warm, rainy spell, worry about local resorts losing their bases, and weigh the impact on upcoming trips and the rest of the season.
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Updated January 4, 2005 by finsoutoc
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Scott points readers to Connie Lawn’s brief ski report on WTOP News radio, with a RealPlayer link for those who missed the broadcast.
Scott points readers to Connie Lawn’s brief ski report on WTOP News radio, with a RealPlayer link for those who missed the broadcast.
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Updated January 4, 2005 by Scott
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Kahuna613 reports rain, slush, bare spots, and unsafe conditions at Snowshoe during College Week, prompting concern about the region’s unusually poor early-January ski season.
Kahuna613 reports rain, slush, bare spots, and unsafe conditions at Snowshoe during College Week, prompting concern about the region’s unusually poor early-January ski season.
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Updated January 4, 2005 by Mountain Masher
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Tromano seeks advice on mid-fat skis for East Coast trees and bumps, while fellow skiers share recommendations and experiences with models ranging from the Dynastar Legend 8000 to wider Volkls.
Tromano seeks advice on mid-fat skis for East Coast trees and bumps, while fellow skiers share recommendations and experiences with models ranging from the Dynastar Legend 8000 to wider Volkls.
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Updated January 3, 2005 by JohnL
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Packyderm1 asks for advice on a Jackson Hole and Sun Valley trip, while Scott and tgd share lodging, après-ski, terrain, snow, and sightseeing tips.
Packyderm1 asks for advice on a Jackson Hole and Sun Valley trip, while Scott and tgd share lodging, après-ski, terrain, snow, and sightseeing tips.
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Updated January 3, 2005 by tgd
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JR vents about crowded trails, inexperienced skiers, and unsafe behavior at Snowshoe while describing an exceptionally enjoyable day and prompting discussion of skier safety and better terrain enforcement.
JR vents about crowded trails, inexperienced skiers, and unsafe behavior at Snowshoe while describing an exceptionally enjoyable day and prompting discussion of skier safety and better terrain enforcement.
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Updated January 3, 2005 by TOMF
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SkiBumMSP reports a warm but enjoyable night patrolling and skiing Massanutten, describing heavy, bumped-up snow and concern about deteriorating coverage after another mild, rainy week.
SkiBumMSP reports a warm but enjoyable night patrolling and skiing Massanutten, describing heavy, bumped-up snow and concern about deteriorating coverage after another mild, rainy week.
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Updated January 2, 2005 by SkiBumMSP
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After a warm spell, skiers compare New Year’s conditions at Whitetail, finding surprisingly good coverage and soft snow despite a few sketchy, bare spots.
After a warm spell, skiers compare New Year’s conditions at Whitetail, finding surprisingly good coverage and soft snow despite a few sketchy, bare spots.
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Updated January 2, 2005 by johnfmh
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Johnfmh2 shares new high-resolution Timberline photos suitable for wallpaper, prompting praise from fellow skiers before Scott helps restore his original DCSki account.
Johnfmh2 shares new high-resolution Timberline photos suitable for wallpaper, prompting praise from fellow skiers before Scott helps restore his original DCSki account.
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Updated January 1, 2005 by johnfmh
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johnfmh2 highlights an article on France’s snowmaking investment and resort finances, prompting questions about government subsidies, profits, and why French resorts can build extensive high-speed lift networks.
johnfmh2 highlights an article on France’s snowmaking investment and resort finances, prompting questions about government subsidies, profits, and why French resorts can build extensive high-speed lift networks.
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Updated December 31, 2004 by Roger Z
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