Nevermind any previous reviews, with McCarthy at the helm of this installation of the east's must-have ski guide , there may never need to be another. Thorough, insightful, and downright truthful, it's essential for even veteran eastern skiers to get the real deal on their favorite small and mega resorts. I've put it in my bib's map pocket (my only complaint is that it's a bulky pocket fit) and am waiting for the winter storm clouds.