Discussion: You sure it's the snow?

;-)

Early season is super hard waxing as well! ;)

I had a hard time stopping my skin skis from bricking up in the sticky conditions of my commute. Or I'm getting lumpy and slow.

It isn't just the snow. I'm feeling old and slow.

to be honest the first two skis of the year were very discouraging despite more strength work and decent efforts on the ski erg. Skiing is just really hard work (as is orienteering).

My first skate ski of the year: oh man, this is so much fun, I'm flying out here!
First classic ski: I have never done this sport before in my life and it is really hard.

And the speed of the snow does make a big difference, it will get better. IF they have a decent groomer they should be able to mix in some early season ice and the trails will really speed up.

You should get rid of the ski erg if it doesn't help. I know a buyer.