With these warming days and the high moisture content of the last cycle, the pack is really beginning to firm up. The direct aspects that see the Sun are very crispy in the AM, and lower elevations are seeing very firm lines that require a full edge set to keep things real. The prepared lines on the North aspects are still holding the dry cold chalk, but there are indications that even these will be becoming much more slick as days progress. Not as many smoothing efforts were on tap today, but there were enough lines that were fresh, fun, and carvacious to keep the turns working top to bottom.
With today’s bright Sun and afternoon mild temps, I expect there to be a lot more crispiness on tap for tomorrow. Look for the freshly prepared lines to still be offering some good top to bottom fun, but expect some kitty litter and slick sections to be in play. Mineral Basin will be offering the Sunshine and hot laps to start the day, and the front side of the hill will keep for a bit so working that back bowl will pay off on both accounts. Look at the grooming list to plan out a morning of ground pounding fun.
I’ll be on deck dark and early for more smooth lines, hot laps, sunny faces, and lighter traffic for the coming week. Stay tuned for more Quantum insights. Remain Standing!!!!