What a shame. Classic v. skaters. It just shouldn't come down to this. Are we dealing with a case of testosterone poisoning here? Or is the rude behavior of the skiers due to a genuine lack of facilities for them to exercise at. If that's the case, there needs to be a better way of co-existing with one another. I'd like to think that both types are out there for the same reason- an escape from the mundane and to enjoy the beauties of nature. A good workout is a form of meditation for me. The last thing on my mind is to involve myself with a confrontation. I want my space and to respect my fellow skiers pursuit of the same. The only thing that irks me are those that walk on the groomed portion of the trail. Of course, before I became involved in cross-country, I do remember hiking at Blue Mounds and being instructed by skiers not to walk in their trails. Know I understand. We are dealing with a misunderstanding here as well. I am a classic skier and am happy to remain so. I am not driven by competition. However, some are and they need their space as well. Unfortunately, we had a space crunch. So, where there are shared trails, both users need to respect one another. We need to play well together. Remember, don't sweat the small stuff. This qualifies as small stuff. Rick Hannah 1513 Longview St. Madison, Wi. 53704 (608)270-6328 "We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect." ~Aldo Leopold~ "While there is a lower class, I am in it; while there is a criminal element, I am of it; while there is a soul in prison, I am not free" ~Eugene Debs~
