The Forum

MangyMarmot seeks the best Arlington-to-Timberline driving route, prompting a spirited comparison of Highway 55, Route 50, Corridor H, winter conditions, and a challenging ski day.

skiracerx shares a video from the ASRA race weekend at Roundtop.

skiracerx shares a YouTube music video capturing the ASRA race weekend.

Ullr raises questions about Sugarloaf’s lifetime ban over an off-color forum comment, while members debate the resort’s overreaction and welcome its decision to restore the skier’s pass.

JamieGrose79 praises Seven Springs after his first visit, highlighting its terrain, parks, facilities, and value, while a lively exchange covers grooming, Steelers jerseys, Pittsburghese, and his new skis.

Denis recounts skiing Sugarbush for its $14 lift-ticket promotion in bitter cold, finding surprisingly good wind buff and powder before retreating from the crowds and wind.

lbotta asks about the Volkl Grizzly’s performance and power switch while criticizing Volkl’s Snowshoe representatives, prompting reviews of comparable skis, alternatives, and equipment deals.

Kris asks about blueberry season and trails in Dolly Sods, prompting advice on berry-rich routes and broader recommendations for nearby hikes, waterfalls, and mountain biking.

Jeffo4 wonders whether a warm spell signals the end of the Mid-Atlantic ski season, prompting debate over conditions, snowmaking, and prospects for a strong late-season finish.

DCSkiers debate Massanutten’s value and limitations while sharing recent conditions, family experiences, lessons, lift operations, and concerns about outdated rental equipment.

SteveC seeks advice on judging boot fit, then identifies an inadequate arch-support issue and prepares to test a promising Nordica Beast 10 setup after struggling with painful Lange boots.

GaryEsq lists a furnished three-bedroom, slope-view townhouse near Wisp for sale by owner, featuring a hot tub and asking $339,000.