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An anonymous skier seeks advice on safely learning small jumps, prompting tips on speed, takeoff, landing, and clarifying the difference between ski-shop and magazine skill ratings.
An anonymous skier seeks advice on safely learning small jumps, prompting tips on speed, takeoff, landing, and clarifying the difference between ski-shop and magazine skill ratings.
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Updated December 28, 2003
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Blue Knob skiers explain how to reach the remaining upper section of the Blue Trail, while lamenting that logging destroyed most of the original backcountry route.
Blue Knob skiers explain how to reach the remaining upper section of the Blue Trail, while lamenting that logging destroyed most of the original backcountry route.
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Updated December 26, 2003
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Canaanman reports that Timberline’s planned double-to-triple lift upgrade remains on track but may be delayed, while members debate the timing, supplier issues, and recent conditions.
Canaanman reports that Timberline’s planned double-to-triple lift upgrade remains on track but may be delayed, while members debate the timing, supplier issues, and recent conditions.
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Updated December 25, 2003
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The Colonel shares Christmas and New Year wishes with fellow skiers, while Canaanman celebrates a surprise holiday gift of fresh powder.
The Colonel shares Christmas and New Year wishes with fellow skiers, while Canaanman celebrates a surprise holiday gift of fresh powder.
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Updated December 24, 2003 by canaanman
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An anonymous skier reports poor early-season conditions at Blue Knob, prompting debate over snowmaking, logging damage, unreliable reports, and whether the resort’s challenging terrain remains worth visiting.
An anonymous skier reports poor early-season conditions at Blue Knob, prompting debate over snowmaking, logging damage, unreliable reports, and whether the resort’s challenging terrain remains worth visiting.
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Updated December 24, 2003
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Forum members recommend rollerblading, ice skating, strength training, and ski-specific fitness programs to build ski muscles, improve balance, and prevent early-season leg fatigue.
Forum members recommend rollerblading, ice skating, strength training, and ski-specific fitness programs to build ski muscles, improve balance, and prevent early-season leg fatigue.
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Updated December 24, 2003
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An anonymous skier shares insider tips on Seven Springs’ best snow, bumps, glades, and lift lines, while contributors add their own local knowledge and a Timberline food recommendation.
An anonymous skier shares insider tips on Seven Springs’ best snow, bumps, glades, and lift lines, while contributors add their own local knowledge and a Timberline food recommendation.
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Updated December 24, 2003
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DCSki members compare the Mid-Atlantic’s best challenging in-bounds and backcountry terrain, weighing destinations such as Blue Knob, Snowshoe, Timberline, and Whitegrass against Tahoe standards.
DCSki members compare the Mid-Atlantic’s best challenging in-bounds and backcountry terrain, weighing destinations such as Blue Knob, Snowshoe, Timberline, and Whitegrass against Tahoe standards.
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Updated December 24, 2003
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An anonymous skier asks whether to visit Timberline or Wisp, while later reports describe Timberline’s powder turning icy and bare after a warm spell.
An anonymous skier asks whether to visit Timberline or Wisp, while later reports describe Timberline’s powder turning icy and bare after a warm spell.
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Updated December 24, 2003
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The Colonel criticizes MrPlow’s profanity and repeated criticism of Blue Knob, urging calmer discussion and factual investigation while wishing readers a Merry Christmas.
The Colonel criticizes MrPlow’s profanity and repeated criticism of Blue Knob, urging calmer discussion and factual investigation while wishing readers a Merry Christmas.
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Updated December 23, 2003 by The Colonel
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Snowcone and others rave about Snowshoe’s exceptional powder and improved trail layout while cautioning about hidden hazards, crowded holiday conditions, and declining resort-owned restaurant service.
Snowcone and others rave about Snowshoe’s exceptional powder and improved trail layout while cautioning about hidden hazards, crowded holiday conditions, and declining resort-owned restaurant service.
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Updated December 22, 2003 by JR
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lbotta asks for favorite restaurants near Snowshoe, prompting recommendations for an inexpensive Marlinton diner and the Brazen Head Inn near Elkins.
lbotta asks for favorite restaurants near Snowshoe, prompting recommendations for an inexpensive Marlinton diner and the Brazen Head Inn near Elkins.
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Updated December 22, 2003 by DWW
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