Vilas County
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pclark
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Took probably my last ride today, it was sunny and 40’s, put on a quick 50 miles, MW to BJ to Arbor Vitae, back to MW. Trails were awesome except just outside of MW on the NE side, some water holes and no grooming in this section. All other trails were groomed and nice. As you can see, plenty of snow still left but by the time I got back the roads were starting to burn through.
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pclark
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Thanks Hermie, It was so nice out, not sure how many days left. If you drop and go into the woods you could probably ride for another week or two.
Airman68
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We rode from Boulder on trail 12 to 6 and went a little ways west toward Presque Isle early this morning and turned around and went back. We only had an hour before we checked out. Trails were nice but fading fast. Any roads were melted off. I think all things considered, they will be done today or tomorrow. Just too warm. I felt blessed to get this "extra" weekend. Overall, had a good season. I was right around 1k miles which is good for me.
pclark
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It's really melting fast, Yesterday was 54 and full sun and we probably lost a good 10" of snow depth. Calling for temps near 60 and sunny today so more melting will be going on. Not a bad season here in the northwoods. Living here year round and I only speak for myself, I'm ready for Spring and outside projects. Now we will start to see all the trees and branches that came down and were buried under the 23" storm that hit us at Thanksgiving.
hermie
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It's too bad the warm temps didn't hold off until after the weekend. Trails were in really good shape. I think they might have a decent amount of people riding spending some money. I know the Northwoods rest hotel in St.Germain had a decent amount of sledders Friday night was empty on Saturday night. Trails went fast in the open areas. You could still ride in the woods but you would have a heck of a time getting around anything exposed to the sun.
Airman68
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We stopped at Bents Thursday and they looked closed. Then a guy ran out and told us they were open otherwise we would have left. They were actually closed for the season but decided to open for a few days because of the snow. Probably 15 sleds there before we left. We rode for about 20 miles Friday morning, just really soft. If it had only gotten cold, it would have been saved. Either way, had a great time. My sled is already in pieces, getting things done for next season.
pclark
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Yep, it's time but there is still a lot of snow back in the woods. I'm done for sure.
Off topic but what is the box you have on the back of your sled?
pclark
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That box carries everything that I need when out in the woods if I breakdown. Tools, battery charger/starter, firestarter, lighter, a little antifreeze, extra gloves, hat, tow rope, etc. I ride alone sometimes and like to be prepared.