Monday, March 25, 2013

Spring time conditions...............

With the warmer weather today and it looks like more of it this week.  I'd say that spring time conditions will be back with us very soon.  So I wouldn't wait to long to get that last ride in.

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Sunday, March 24, 2013

Quiet tonight............

I'd say for the most part everyone had a good weekend of riding.  However it did sound like it was hit or miss on grooming when you got out of the local area.  But even with the lack of grooming in those areas, everyone said it was better than not getting to ride at all.  Last night, at this time, you would of thought it was mid Feb. with all the sled traffic and tonight there is only a hand full of sleds running around.

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Saturday, March 23, 2013

Nice Loop............

I did something a little different this afternoon.  I went out for a ride and did a hundred mile loop.  Conditions where pretty good, but when most of your riding is during the week, weekend conditions can seem a little rough.  I know, don't say it, I know I'm spoiled.  Traffic was light and everyone that made the trip north had a great day of riding.

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Friday, March 22, 2013

How sweet it is!

It has snowed most of the day and we have picked up another few inches on top of the two feet.  What else can I tell you, besides you're missing out, if you aren't here.  Watch todays video and you'll see what I mean.

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Thursday, March 21, 2013

DSL problems............

I'm having upload problems and at this time I'm not able to upload the video.  I can tell you trail conditions are sweet and I really wish I could show you the video!  As soon as the problem is corrected, I'll upload it.  We wound up with one and a half to two feet of snow from this lake effect event.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Could it be............

We have gotten a foot plus and there is still snow in the air at 7pm.  Forecast is calling for more lake effect bands tonight into the morning.  So we just may hit that two foot mark yet.  Had a guest check out this afternoon and he was all smiles when he came back in from riding.  So is this going to be the last weekend?  Who knows, we all thought last weekend was and look at it now.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Looks like the next wave.........

The first wave of snow has stopped and has left behind a half a foot of snow.  The radar looks like the next wave is about to hit us and who knows how much this one will bring us.  All the forecasts are calling for winter and snow the rest of the week.  So forget about the spring time conditions, winter has returned to the north country, at least for this week.  The one and only guest I have in, just came in from riding, he put on 70 miles in two and a half hours.

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Sunday, March 17, 2013

What's it going to be?

The question of the day is....what's it going to be on Monday and Tuesday.  A watch has been posted for our area and we could see 8 to 16 inches of snow from the storm.  This past weekend was a bonus with the temps dropping and snow on Thursady and Friday.  But this would be the frosting on the cake, to end the season with a dumping of snow like this.  Keep an eye on the cams to see how it all turns out.

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Friday, March 15, 2013

Getting better..................

As you will see in the video today, the lake effect guns have been gracing the north country with snow the last two days.  We have gotten around a half a foot, some areas have seen even more and it looks like it's going to snow into the night.  That makes it even sweeter, because there are times when the lake effect is in just one area and you really can't ride out of it.  This has been a bonus, because the way it was looking earlier this week, it was over for the season.  But now, who knows we might get another week in yet.

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Thursday, March 14, 2013

All depends on...............

I haven't been out on the trails to say for sure how things are.  I can say we shouldn't be melting down any more, with the temps they are calling for over the next few days.  So can you ride?  All depends on what you are looking for.  Before we got this snow, I would of told you to stay home.  But this last round of snow has covered up the ice and will give your sled the cooling it needs.  We are in spring time conditions and you will be limited on where you can go.  How's that saying go.....Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2013

It's Back............

The tease of warmer weather has gone away and we are back to winter right through the weekend and into next week.  I have gotten a few calls asking if you are able to ride.  As it stands right now you are very limited on where you can even go.  If we get a half a foot or so, it will helps things out and those of you that want to get in that last ride, just may.  I'll let you know more as it happens.

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Sunday, March 10, 2013

Don't pack it in just yet...........

No conditions aren't all that great right now.  As a matter of fact, they are poor on the main trails and the inner trails I'd rate as fair.  But it won't be the first time we have gotten a mid March storm.  Will it be good enough to drive up from PA or NJ?  All depends on how bad you want to ride.  But someone an hour or so away may enjoy getting in another ride before it's all over for the season.

I'd like to say Thanks to everyone that stayed with us at Christy's this winter, it was a fun season!

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Saturday, March 9, 2013

Boy it's warm...........

At 3pm we are warmer than the predicted high of 42, it's 46 and we still have time for it to go higher, before the temp starts to drop for the day.  There's a good amount of people, getting in that last ride of the season and enjoying SnoFest at North Street. 

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Friday, March 8, 2013

Getting in the last...............

Many of our guests got here early today and are out enjoying, by what I am seeing, the last weekend of riding for the season.  As you'll see in the video, we picked up about 2 inches of snow over night and that helped out things for todays riding.  But the temp this afternoon is making things soft.  It will be freezing back down tonight, but by Saturday afternoon, it's going to be the same thing all over again.

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Thursday, March 7, 2013

May be your last chance..........

By what I'm seeing in the forecasts, this may be your last chance to get in some riding this weekend.  Yes we will still have snow on the ground, but the trails will start to ice over and you won't have any cooling for the sled or slide rails.   I'm sure we'll get another blast or two before it's all over.  But you'll have to be right here to enjoy it, as it won't stick around long.  I know it's sad, the season is coming to an end, but it's been a good one.

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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

It's that time of the year.............

Temps dropped below freezing last night and everything froze back down.  By mid afternoon the temp got above freezing again and things soften back up.  We really haven't lost much snow yet with the warm temps during the day.  But I don't think that is going to be the case on Saturday if we get what they are calling for.  There has been a few people out riding.  The trail cam still isn't uploading the way it should.  I have a guess on what the problem is, but it may be a few days before I know for sure.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Dusting over night............

As you'll see in the video we had a dusting of snow over night and the sun came out this afternoon.  Traffic has been light and the groomers where out this morning, before things warmed up from the sun.  Parking is going to be tight this weekend with SnoFest at North Street. The video has a few other places you can try around town, if your normal place is full.  Drop me an email or give me a call if you have any questions.  I started a facebook page, for the motel at www.facebook.com/ChristysMotel  If you would, please like it for me.   Thanks!

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Monday, March 4, 2013

If you can............

Don't miss out on this weeks riding conditions.  By the way the forecasts are looking, by next week things may not be so nice.  Will it be over for the season?  Your guess is good as anyones.  I would think we'll get another dumping of snow before it's over.  But the draw back of late season snows, you have to be here when it comes, to enjoy it.  Things are looking very good for the demo rides this year at SnoFest 2013.

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Sunday, March 3, 2013

Turned out for the best.........

The temps dropped like predicted and everything turned out for the best this weekend.  It wouldn't of been pretty if it stayed warm like it was, that is for sure.  Sorry I don't have any video from the trail cam today, the file wouldn't transfer for me.   Looks like spring time riding conditions will be here soon.

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Friday, March 1, 2013

No regrets...........

I haven't had anyone come into the office and say they regret coming up this weekend.  I do have some info on a few things that was just reported to me by a guest.  I was told that Stillwater road was rideable and he also went up the tracks from Big Moose to Beaver River this morning.  But it sounds like any of the roads that are paved are toast.

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