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Speculator Powder Heaven Ride! Update 2/8/18

After I got my snow removal chores done Wednesday evening, it was time to RIDE! Heading out Indian Lake town trails were all powdered up when I headed out of town this morning. Indian Lake and Lewey Lake were sweet powder bowls, with the snow getting deeper further south I got. 2 Miles from Hell […]

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We’re Baaaack! Update 2/4/18

Sunday’s storm delivered the goods for ilsnow land, although in some places WAY more than others. Indian Lake steady-eddied its way in the struggle to clear 6 inches, while Speculator/Route 8 corridor got crushed with upwards of 18 inches to nearly 2 feet!  With the deep, moist southwesterly flow, a semi-stationary orographically-enhanced band of heavy […]

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Snow Conditions: Update 1/30/18

Update 2/2/18 We picked up 2+ inches of snow in Indian Lake, NY last night. From reports for the western Adirondacks, Moose River Plains may have picked up several inches of fresh snow. If you come up to ride here this weekend, you’ll find surprisingly good conditions in some places and just plain awfulness in […]

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Accidental Mega-miler: Update 1/18/18

UPDATE 1/19/18: Just got word that Pleasant Riders was able to work on the Fish Mountain trail in Lake Pleasant last night between the grave yard and Oxbow Lake, which was so brutal yesterday. Just remember to use extra caution when you pass through there. That section of trail sorely needs more snow. Report 1/18/18 I […]

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Touchdown, Speculator! Update 1/2/18

Day off meant riding. But after Sunday’s frozen tundra ride, I was going to wait until the temperature at least got to zero. Since the day started at -16*F, that was going to take a bit of time. So, I washed a huge stack of dishes to help pass the time. I’m sure my daughter […]

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