It was a hockey stop kind of day! The east side core loop was firm, fast, with a creamy finish on top. Been waiting for these conditions when skiing feels like flying. My good skis were a great ride. I did not follow the website directions and skied the loop in reverse 24 to 1. There are some rough spots from 8 down to 4 that are scary at full speed, so follow directions instead of constantly fighting authority like me (I can't help myself) or take one of the several other ways down from the ridge. A lot of people are taking elevator shaft down.

(Amanda Wieckowicz)

Skied Excelsior Road on the the West side and it was freshly groomed for skating in great shape with full coverage.

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(Amanda Wieckowicz)

Groomers concentrated on the core loop, Far East, and side trails. Gravel Road and Excelsior Road were re-groomed. Looks like winter on the trails.

(Patrick Persons)

The groomers worked some magic and the skate deck was surprisingly firm and fast. The snow was falling fast too. Used my good skis and enjoyed the ride, but the Bs might have made me a little more care free. Excited to get out there again this weekend and do my part to ski in the new snow.

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(Amanda Wieckowicz)

The east side trails are shaping up nicely. I bided my time at work today and waited for the retirees to ski the trail in firmer. They did a great job! Groomers were out again at the end of the day. I used my good skis easily, but there are a few spots that could be leaves or could be dirt. I had a hard time telling. A classic skier said the tracks were the best he's seen this season after a long training ski.

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(Amanda Wieckowicz)