This was my first time doing field work on the Manti Skyline this season. I agree with Craig's statement that the pack looks much better right now than it has over the last few years at this time. The deep basil facets are not very alarming in the deeper areas I looked at today. Most areas in the 9000' range are around 4 feet deep, give or take a bit. The mid pack is strong with boot penetration only through the newer powder. My boots did not punch through to old weak facets when I stepped off my machine. I did note my track dropping or 'trenching' through into some facets on a shallower west facing slope. Otherwise, the pack is very supportable and provides excellent snow machine travel. 'Boondocking' in the mid elevation terrain is excellent right now.