Today, while attempting to ski pack our singletrack, I couldn't help but wonder why we don't have any means of grooming our riding trails. I'm not sure what this device would be, but it would have to be small and able to maneuver through tight spaces. I'm sure there are some obstacles to overcome. Such as permitting, initial purchase, maintenance and volunteers to actually operate this mystical machinery. I for one, would raise my hand for all of the above. Where would alpine and nordic skiing be today without grooming operations? Why can't we, winter bike enthusiast's evolve the way other winter sports have? There are even groomed snowshoe trails in the lower 48 states! I know there are purists that believe packing it in after every snowfall is all part of it. However, I have yet to encounter these types while snowshoeing, or skiing the trails back in. Only after everything sets up! I hope I don't come across as being to critical. Don't get me wrong, I've opted not to ride several times this winter due to the push-my-bike like conditions. A singletrack groomer could double the available trails for bikes and would be ready to ride in hours after a snowfall, not days.
What does everyone think? Is this something we can do, or am I just frustrated with the 100+ inches of snow so-far this winter?
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What does everyone think? Is this something we can do, or am I just frustrated with the 100+ inches of snow so-far this winter?
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