Snow in the PNW 20-21: We may have Corona but Corona doesn't have us!

[plugboots]

Paging KQ to the premature thread starting phone.

So good.

[goCougs]

https://wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2021/...026178228.html

Looks like WSDOT is having major staffing issues . Are resorts allowed to pick up the slack plowing? Can I get a refund on my ikon pass due to road closures???

What to expect:

• The following roads will not be maintained until staffing shortages are resolved: US97, SR410, SR530, SR542
• Some roads will not get the same level or service, may be only plowed minimally or will have snow and ice on the roadway for longer periods of time. Some areas may not be staffed 24/7.
• Especially during large storms or long-lasting ones, we won't have a deep enough "bench" of staff to respond 24/7 for several days throughout the storm.
• Some lanes of the freeway system may have snow and ice while crews focus on keeping just one or two lanes open.

[californiagrown]

https://wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2021/...026178228.html

Looks like WSDOT is having major staffing issues . Are resorts allowed to pick up the slack plowing? Can I get a refund on my ikon pass due to road closures???

[/LIST]

Is vigilante plowing a thing? theres gotta be a few folks that could throw chains on their lifted F350s, put a plow on the front and lend a hand when needed. Would that be illegal?

[Huskier]

Is vigilante plowing a thing? theres gotta be a few folks that could throw chains on their lifted F350s, put a plow on the front and lend a hand when needed. Would that be illegal?

Nice thought, but I don't think "pitching in" or "thinking of other people" is very big with that crowd.

[californiagrown]

Caligrown finally develops a sense of humor and no one gets it, too funny.

I'm on my way up THE 5 toward THE 542 for some sweet powder turns now thanks for the beta!!

No good burritos that way. Just FYI.

[Ted Striker]

I'm at a burrito truck right now!

[gavinski91]

On the way up I was thinking about stopping at that Alterra restaurant in Seattle, maybe I can get a 10% discount with my Ikon pass.

Make sure you download the resort app too so you can get your FastPass.

[Buster Highmen]

I'm at a burrito truck right now!

Ask her if she'll plow 410.

[Ale_capone]

With both feet.

Been checking in daily. Its one of the first signs of winter. Now I can start getting my gear ready.

[Ale_capone]

Git Sum

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Nice. You really don't need much snow to make that work.

[Norseman]

couple observations today.










and a prediction

[plugboots]

This morning:

[Crippity]

Good evening or afternoon i assume for most, if not good morning or afternoon. Long December weekend into Seattle. Indy Pass Mtns seem too far. So Ikon being used (crystal or snowqualmie)??. Never been to either. Will be with buddy from Bellingham so cheep hotel in play if necessary or can always upgrade (old guy here). Timing is open for most of Dec up to 18th and depends on how snow comes in (how is it going so far). Curious on any opinions and appreciate all answers? Advanced rider but more curious on snow/fun/reliability/commute/beer/food/etc......

[Crippity]

coming from new york, sorry should have stated that

[californiagrown]

There are no resorts here. Expect mediocre soup, but world class umbrellas. WSDOT isn't plowing 410 this year. Tahoe has better burritos. The Seattle freeze is real, and it also usually starts at mid mountain or above.

[jackattack]

coming from new york, sorry

Thanks for the warning

As you can see, we’re still rolling the old thread, waiting for La Niña to kick in.

[kamtron]

There was some rideable snow at resort level up north today, and I heard pass level at Snoq too

[John_B]

Folks have been out at wa pass too.

[LegoSkier]

8 - 10 on gravel, grass and sticks at West for a few laps under Julie's while the kiddo sledded. Better than raking leaves at home.

[Jason4]

I rode 1700’ of pow today and skinned from the car. I think the 2021/2022 season has started.

[NW_SKIER]

At pass level?

[Jason4]

At pass level?

Heather Meadows. I didn’t get higher than Austin Pass.

[irratator]

Yea Buddy!!

[Ted Striker]

Thread's dead, baby. Shreds ahead.

[Huskier]

Someone's gotta kill it. Pics and a new thread. I'm not doing it I stupidly loaded up bikes instead of skis this week. Fk.