WINTER SOLSTICE

12-21-21 by dave

The morning of the Winter Solstice was cold and still. With the light so low in the sky, the dark side seemed just that much darker. Prepared lines were offering excellent traction, however, there were some slick spots in the usual areas. The Peruvian Gulch was delayed for just a short time and was just opening as I topped out for my second run. The snow guns were blazing on that side of the hill and long lines of Gun Powder were offered up and down the hill, which were silky soft and dialable. Down on Chips Face, that fresh snow made those sections a delight and I made a rapid push to get another line before it got worked over.

Nisook was taking her first Tram of the season this morning and was really stoked to see the great cover.

I stopped in to The Summit to see what was going on in the nosh department, and I found that the Pizza was going fast and they were making more.

It is great to have real East Coast Fire Oven baked pies at 11,000 feet. Highest Pizza place in the States.

The Groomers held up nicely all day and the crowd was well dispersed, making uphill access quick and fast. The off trail is becoming quite inconsistent, so staying with the prepared lines is a bonus. Tomorrow, look for increasing clouds to move in as the next storm is on the door step and will be delivering the next installment soon. The hill is prime to accept new product, and it is going to get really good. Be sure to scope out your lines now that you can see them.

The Chef had camera in hand at the Stroke of Noon so that he could capture his Solstice sculpture. It was right on the money and exactly Noon.

See you there dark and early for another day of ground pounding fun. Keep it real!!

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