Wow, lots of snow out there. That storm makes up for the winter drought and really improves the Spring skiing outlook. Actually it was Spring out there today: +2C at 2pm, bright sun and soft tracks initially. It was still faster than earlier reports described, probably similar to the Olympic conditions. Skiing wasn't as labourious as expected though the going was hard enough that snowman break was required to enjoy the sun.

We were passed by a groomer on Ridge at 3pm and that fresh pass really sped things up. (A bit late in the day I thought, but no complaint for how it improved my ski.) Even with all the grooming Ridge is still a bit narrow and concave for skating, but with another few days of grooming it should get better for skating and classic. The tracks were glazed and wet so klister was probably called for this afternoon. By 4pm it was really firming up and glide was getting fast. With the existing base helping to cool the softer, wetter surface snow overnight the skiing should be great tomorrow!