The Forum

DCSki members debate Thanksgiving skiing prospects, trading early-season reports and weather expectations from Timberline and Killington to Bretton Woods and Colorado.

DCSki members compare the Mid-Atlantic’s longest uninterrupted ski runs, weighing Timberline’s Salamander against contenders at Elk, Blue Knob, Snowshoe, and Wintergreen.

DCSki members compare Thanksgiving plans in the Valley, lament the lack of lift-served skiing, and recall sledding while sharing projected opening dates for area resorts.

Denis shares his minimalist ski-tuning approach and instructional videos, prompting discussion of Doug Coombs' influence, legacy, and the risks of extreme skiing.

yellowsnow reports that Deerfield Restaurant’s upstairs bar is open and previews its mid-December opening, along with Sirianni’s return to Canaan Valley.

The Colonel wishes fellow DCSkiers a happy Thanksgiving and an early start to winter, while Denis shares Vermont snowmaking conditions and holiday memories.

Langleyskier analyzes a delayed shift toward colder weather, while fellow members debate Thanksgiving snowmaking prospects, resort openings, and when a true winter pattern may arrive.

SCWVA shares Wisp’s White Friday offer of three holiday-valid lift tickets for $99, and Steve calls it a worthwhile deal for holiday-weekend skiers.

The Colonel announces Brian’s return with Pro Fit Ski & Boot in Leesburg, offering specialized ski and boot fitting and tuning without a traditional retail inventory.

Fishnski celebrates Whistler’s huge early-season snowfall ahead of the Olympics, while hockeydave and MarkMascolino discuss the resort’s weather and skiing appeal.

Eug considers attending the EpicSki Academy at Stowe and seeks a ride, while members explain the event’s highly regarded coaching and technical focus.

myrto offers a rare, well-equipped 1998 manual Subaru Outback wagon for $2,700, answering questions about its head gaskets and inviting prospective buyers to inspect it.