Glencoe 15th January 2012

Stayed in Cardross Saturday night, nearly slept in and didn’t leave till 8.30, but the morning was crisp and the road was clear. Blue skies until the top of Loch Lomond then a few clouds trapped amongst the peaks. Driving up Rannoch Moor, the top of the resort looked cloud bound while it’s surroundings we’re […]

Glencoe – End of season

Once again it looks like lack of numbers has brought Glecoe ski area to an early close. With snow still filling the top runs the mountain only had 12 visitors last weekend and only a few this weekend. Not enough to warrant staying open. It is such a shame especially after such a fantastic season. […]

Glencoe 11th April 2010

Up early to make the most of the great sunny Spring conditions. A long warm day with the same conditions as the day before. Many in T-shirts, some even in shorts. 20 degrees and soft snow to play in. It doesn’t get much better. Main Basin starting to mogul slightly. Spring Run was great fun but care had […]

Glencoe 10th April 2010

A late start meant an afternoon at Glencoe. The day was warm, about 18 degrees and no wind. The plateau poma still allowed access. Mugs alley broken but navigable. Once at the top, Main Basin provided lumpy but  great spring snow conditions. Overhead skies were blue with barely a cloud. Rannoch Glades also provided great runs although […]

Glencoe 3rd April 2010

Had car for Saturday, but not Sunday, although Sunday did look the better. Driving up through the rain things looked gloomy. There had been good snowfall during the week and the base had filled in giving a much needed top-up. Overhead conditions were grim. As was becoming familiar with Glencoe this season visibility was zero. […]