The Forum

wgo weighs when to ski Timberline or Canaan Valley, while members debate changing forecasts, rain’s impact on the base, and whether late-February snow will improve conditions.

The Colonel shares a Snowshoe video featuring his grandchildren skiing and snowboarding together, along with reflections on the resort’s children’s lessons and his family’s skiing tradition.

JimK organizes DCSki’s annual Blue Knob gathering, bringing more than 30 skiers together for a weekend of varied conditions, shared turns, and camaraderie.

Voila previews Timberline’s 2013 Governor’s Cup ski race, inviting DCSki members to attend the weekend’s giant slalom and slalom events and view his photos afterward.

GRK shares a firsthand report from two nights of skiing at Wintergreen, covering rental gear, changing snow conditions, lift issues, and the appeal of midweek night skiing.

s15smallblock offers brand-new 2013 Salomon Rocker 2 122 skis, prompting a playful bidding exchange and some humorous haggling over the asking price.

Taupecat weighs Whiteface’s skiing and Lake Placid experience against Snowshoe’s cheaper, closer season-pass deal before deciding to keep the Whiteface trip and ski Snowshoe the following season.

camp offers K2 World Piste telemark skis with Black Diamond 02 bindings for $175.

Edgar3 shares his bargain purchase and market research on Mid-Atlantic ski properties, prompting debate over investment potential, ownership costs, rental income, and the lifestyle tradeoffs of resort real estate.

TomH previews Timberline’s Tele Festival, highlighting the telemark clinic, party, ski hash, and cross-country race, while chaga adds rental information and hash details.

The Colonel reports excellent, snowy conditions at Snowshoe, including a memorable first run on Cupp Run for his four-year-old grandchild, while others echo the strong coverage and family fun.

lbotta explains why durable, fitted rain ponchos from Descente or REI work well for spring skiing, while warning that cheap plastic versions can be dangerous.