Comments on: One weekend – Two classic ski tours

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 17:40:07 +0000

In reply to Nathan. You'll need (want) what is called backcountry Nordic skis. A little wider and a little more shaped than traditional XC gear. A less popular niche versus AT gear or Alpine skis. Neptune's here in Boulder rents that type of gear.. Not sure of any others off the top of my head. I'd call the Nordic centers in Breck or Frisco. At the very least, they may know where to get that kind of gear to rent.

By: Nathan

Nathan — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 14:51:06 +0000

If I ever go on another ski trip, I’ll have to take a day to try this! It’s bound to be less expensive than lift tickets anyway. Is cross-country equipment as readily available for rent in the ski shops as downhill?

By: Hikerbox

Hikerbox — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 05:17:36 +0000

It was a great time! I’ll have to work up to the Sourdough trail

By: Paul Mags

Paul Mags — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 04:49:20 +0000

In reply to Darren. CDT and CT

By: Darren

Darren — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 03:39:06 +0000

On the “more famous trails…” photo, what are the markers on the tree? CDT, CT???

By: Devin Quince

Devin Quince — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 19:43:39 +0000

I love the peaks AKA fricenridge trail for running and biking, but have not skied it yet.

By: Daten Cohen

Daten Cohen — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 10:09:20 +0000

Looked like a lot of fun. I feel the same way about the Patriots getting into the Super Bowl – opportunity for a less-crowded day of skiing in New England. I’m also from RI & living in Providence.