The Forum

MephitBlue shares a detailed three-day Poconos ski report from Elk, Jack Frost, and Camelback, comparing terrain, snow conditions, crowds, and the challenges of skiing while traveling with a nonskier.

Laurel Hill Crazie reports strong midwinter conditions at Blue Knob, highlighting newly opened glades, improved snowmaking coverage, and concerns about thin terrain affected by frozen snowmaking.

Connie Law reports a glorious, uncrowded day at Whitetail with her son, while other skiers share excellent conditions, busy periods, and a memorable Wounded Warrior lesson.

Connie Lawn shares Charles’s photos from Snowshoe’s Media Weekend, including early-morning skiing and a backcountry hut visit, while GRK praises the striking first-tracks image.

oldensign weighs renting skis near Squaw against flying with his own gear, while members compare keeping boots, shipping equipment, and paying airline baggage fees.

skiracerx announces Roundtop’s Mega Demo Day, scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 17, 2010.

janej offers four-night lodging at Breckenridge or Vail from Feb. 1-5, highlighting spacious accommodations, convenient transportation, and rates well below typical resort prices.

curih reports a great weekend skiing Elk and Jack Frost, including meeting Glen Plake, prompting speculation about his next stops at nearby resorts.

fishnski forecasts fast skiing and limited snowfall at Snowshoe and Canaan over MLK weekend, with milder, wetter conditions Sunday before a possible late cold snap.

Steve asks whether Snowshoe will see snow or sleet and rain over the weekend, prompting speculation about the storm’s changing track and temperatures.

Denis asks how to set snow-tire pressure on his Subaru after fishtailing on icy roads, prompting advice about manufacturer recommendations, tire condition, temperature, and AWD requirements.

ECSkier offers a discounted, ski-in/ski-out three-bedroom townhouse at Wisp for the MLK weekend following a renter’s cancellation.