The Forum

crunchy celebrates an early start to the ski season with cross-country outings and a day at WG, sharing photos and enthusiasm for improving telemark technique.

yellowsnow shares Canaan Valley’s free ski day and discounted lodging offer, while kwillg6 questions how worthwhile it will be if only the B lift is operating.

kwillg6 shares T-Line’s opening-day $1 lift-ticket deal, while fellow skiers compare travel plans and offer likely details on which trails will be open.

skier219 offers 2007 Head iM77 skis in like-new condition, with optional Tyrolia RailFlex bindings, for sale to U.S. buyers.

skier219 offers a new Dale of Norway women's Vail hat for $25 shipped, describing its fleece lining and suggesting it as a holiday gift.

GRK and GDWindowpane share early-season experiences from Wintergreen’s November opening, weighing the limited terrain and conditions against the excitement of skiing in November.

Skimunky celebrates Snowshoe’s planned opening of Cupp Run and other black-diamond terrain, while members discuss lift-line strategies and less-crowded alternatives to Ballhooter.

Forum members share early-season reports from Wisp, finding good coverage and expanding terrain despite mixed weather, lift lines, limited openings, and some boot troubles.

DCSki members compare notes while seeking and offering used waxless cross-country and telemark gear, with discussion ranging from boot sizes to suitable setups for Whitegrass and touring.

oldskoolrider advertises a slopeside studio rental at Snowshoe’s Expedition Station, while members discuss its location and value for a weeklong stay.

SkiMass reports good early-season riding at Massanutten, with Diamond Jim open and Paradice, the terrain park, and night skiing expected to follow as snowmaking continues.

Laura2998 seeks slopeside lodging for a multi-family MLK weekend trip with young beginners, prompting advice on Timberline, Wisp, Wintergreen, Seven Springs, and Snowshoe.