The Forum

pimp-on-ski's recounts a disappointing first trip to Canaan Valley and asks whether to try snowboarding again, prompting advice about lessons, learning curves, and poor conditions.

The Colonel’s polls prompt DCSkiers to share their season-to-date ski days and destinations, revealing wide-ranging local, regional, and Western travel.

Scott introduces DCSki’s redesigned website, while members test the new layout, report browser and feature issues, and suggest improvements to the Forum and site tools.

b2otto2 asks about late-March terrain and conditions at Killington and Okemo, while SCWVA shares varied Vermont skiing experiences and encourages the trip.

Members compare rental options near Timberline, with Ski Barn favored for value and quality while Timberline’s demo shop offers newer equipment.

lbotta explores replacing his Volkl Supersports, gets advice on versatile mid-fat skis and sizing, and ultimately reports that his new AC-40s excel on everything from ice to corn snow.

Bodyflight.net’s question about family discussions sparks a wide-ranging conversation about teaching children to ski, ski school, family trips, and skiing’s power to bring relatives together.

The Colonel reviews DCSkiers’ winter ski-day and resort poll results, encourages more responses about destinations visited, and estimates the group’s substantial spending on skiing.

The Colonel highlights renewed activity in DCSki’s often-overlooked Family Skiing forum and encourages readers to explore forums below Icebreaker.

DCSki members compare natural and man-made snow, discussing differences in texture, durability, grooming, and cost while debating whether resorts could profitably offer man-made powder experiences.

Steve offers two Snowshoe lift tickets for $90, along with a possible third ticket at no extra charge, and asks whether anyone is interested.

MadMonk reports excellent springlike conditions at Whitetail, while follow-up posts cover Exhibition's bumps, Fanciful's reopening, and the advantages of wider skis.