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[DA RAIDERS]

Alta snowbird is awesome.

How’s the snow?

Currently at Park City. Snow is mid, as the kids like to say. No cap.

Little sus. But pretty good. It snowed a little last night. We’ll see how today is.

I‘ll look for you from the summit of PC.

Snow much better today. Was lapping 9990 most of the day. Thought I saw a guy in an orangish jacket, in a helmet with a bunch of stickers over at Alta.

That was me, but from mineral basin. Great day!

 

[Terminalxylem]

Alta snowbird is awesome.

How’s the snow?

Currently at Park City. Snow is mid, as the kids like to say. No cap.

Little sus. But pretty good. It snowed a little last night. We’ll see how today is.

I‘ll look for you from the summit of PC.

Snow much better today. Was lapping 9990 most of the day. Thought I saw a guy in an orangish jacket, in a helmet with a bunch of stickers over at Alta.

That was me, but from mineral basin. Great day!

Great day on the PC side, maybe my best day at the resort, ever. Don‘t know the total, but dumping most of the day. Maybe a foot or more?

How was Little Cottonwood?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Alta snowbird is awesome.

How’s the snow?

Currently at Park City. Snow is mid, as the kids like to say. No cap.

Little sus. But pretty good. It snowed a little last night. We’ll see how today is.

I‘ll look for you from the summit of PC.

Snow much better today. Was lapping 9990 most of the day. Thought I saw a guy in an orangish jacket, in a helmet with a bunch of stickers over at Alta.

That was me, but from mineral basin. Great day!

Great day on the PC side, maybe my best day at the resort, ever. Don‘t know the total, but dumping most of the day. Maybe a foot or more?

How was Little Cottonwood?

Same. I was shin to knee deep all day. Spent 90% of it in the trees. It was dumping all day. On my flight home as I type. I’m hella tired.

 

[Terminalxylem]

Alta snowbird is awesome.

How’s the snow?

Currently at Park City. Snow is mid, as the kids like to say. No cap.

Little sus. But pretty good. It snowed a little last night. We’ll see how today is.

I‘ll look for you from the summit of PC.

Snow much better today. Was lapping 9990 most of the day. Thought I saw a guy in an orangish jacket, in a helmet with a bunch of stickers over at Alta.

That was me, but from mineral basin. Great day!

Great day on the PC side, maybe my best day at the resort, ever. Don‘t know the total, but dumping most of the day. Maybe a foot or more?

How was Little Cottonwood?

Same. I was shin to knee deep all day. Spent 90% of it in the trees. It was dumping all day. On my flight home as I type. I’m hella tired.

Yeah, 14” new snow. Mostly tree time as well.

26K vertical for the day, which isn’t a ton, but my legs feel heavy today. Taking off Presidents‘ weekend, before a few days at Vail next week.

ETA Just looked at EpicMix stats. Most I ever logged for a season was 522K vertical, over 17 days. But that was over a decade ago, with recent years 100-300K. Anyone keep track of this stuff?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Alta snowbird is awesome.

How’s the snow?

Currently at Park City. Snow is mid, as the kids like to say. No cap.

Little sus. But pretty good. It snowed a little last night. We’ll see how today is.

I‘ll look for you from the summit of PC.

Snow much better today. Was lapping 9990 most of the day. Thought I saw a guy in an orangish jacket, in a helmet with a bunch of stickers over at Alta.

That was me, but from mineral basin. Great day!

Great day on the PC side, maybe my best day at the resort, ever. Don‘t know the total, but dumping most of the day. Maybe a foot or more?

How was Little Cottonwood?

Same. I was shin to knee deep all day. Spent 90% of it in the trees. It was dumping all day. On my flight home as I type. I’m hella tired.

Yeah, 14” new snow. Mostly tree time as well.

26K vertical for the day, which isn’t a ton, but my legs feel heavy today. Taking off Presidents‘ weekend, before a few days at Vail next week.

ETA Just looked at EpicMix stats. Most I ever logged for a season was 522K vertical, over 17 days. But that was over a decade ago, with recent years 100-300K. Anyone keep track of this stuff?

I used to track religiously. Now, I forget most days. I think I got 19k yesterday

 

[Terminalxylem]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

 

[Terminalxylem]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

Those get great reviews on several sites. Thanks for the rec.

Know anything about DPS or Icelantic skis?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

Those get great reviews on several sites. Thanks for the rec.

Know anything about DPS or Icelantic skis?

nope

 

[Terminalxylem]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

I think I’m happiest on 4-6” powder days, unless it’s the famed “champagne powder” I experienced once at Steamboat. I also tend to muscle through my bad form, so the Nordicas may be perfect.

Any binding you prefer? For travel purposes, lighter is better. Debating getting something backcountry ready.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

I think I’m happiest on 4-6” powder days, unless it’s the famed “champagne powder” I experienced once at Steamboat. I also tend to muscle through my bad form, so the Nordicas may be perfect.

Any binding you prefer? For travel purposes, lighter is better. Debating getting something backcountry ready.

i've gone with tyrolia attacks on both of my last skis. color match and the price was right. i'm not setting my din to 14 or anything.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

I think I’m happiest on 4-6” powder days, unless it’s the famed “champagne powder” I experienced once at Steamboat. I also tend to muscle through my bad form, so the Nordicas may be perfect.

Any binding you prefer? For travel purposes, lighter is better. Debating getting something backcountry ready.

same on the powder. anything above my boots makes for a very tiring day

 

[Terminalxylem]

Well my binding broke, as the brake screws stripped out of the mounting to the skis. So I’m in the market for new skis + bindings.

I’m an experienced skiers with poor technique, looking for a wide-ish all mountain ski. I ski mostly trees and sidecountry, like steeps, and easy moguls. Powder is great, but I ski a ton of crud as well.

My current ski is an Atomic Automatic, 182 cm with a 108mm waist.

I was thinking something a little shorter and thinner, for greater maneuverability, but still want at least 100 underfoot for pow.

Any suggestions?

you'd probably like the Nordic 100 enforcers. that's what i was skiing on when we skied together(185cm). i bought some 177cm head kore 93s to have a lighter, technical, more playful ski. the enforcers are a beast. drive through anything, but one has to use a lot of power to control them. i wish i had the nordicas on the 3-4" powder day this last trip i found myself making mistakes that the Nordica would overcome for me. on the big powder day, i rented some 108's

I think I’m happiest on 4-6” powder days, unless it’s the famed “champagne powder” I experienced once at Steamboat. I also tend to muscle through my bad form, so the Nordicas may be perfect.

Any binding you prefer? For travel purposes, lighter is better. Debating getting something backcountry ready.

i've gone with tyrolia attacks on both of my last skis. color match and the price was right. i'm not setting my din to 14 or anything.

I have (broken) Attacks as well

 

[Dickies]

Went up to Truckee for a day of skiing with the family, and the following day stumbled upon a free Ludacris and Eve 6 concert at the World Cup races at Palisades, which we didn't know were happening when we booked this weekend. We went back the following day to watch the slalom races, which was a blast. The people watching might have been more world class than the actual racing. One of the most fun weekends I've had in a while

 

[Redwes25]

On my way to Telluride today. The got just over a foot Thursday/Friday and expect another 3 to 6 this weekend so should be a good start for our week there.

 

[Drunken knight]

For you ikon guys- I’ve heard that st Moritz will be added

Beautiful area. One of my meals there pushed me to change careers and attend culinary school.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

It’s time people!

NYE booked at mammoth
Week in Feb booked at solitude.
Will book more

 

[Terminalxylem]

It’s time people!

NYE booked at mammoth
Week in Feb booked at solitude.
Will book more

10 days in Japan in Jan. Utah Feb 4-11, at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain

Still have to book another week or so in late Feb, prob Vail, though Park City also possible.

When will u be in Utah?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

It’s time people!

NYE booked at mammoth
Week in Feb booked at solitude.
Will book more

10 days in Japan in Jan. Utah Feb 4-11, at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain

Still have to book another week or so in late Feb, prob Vail, though Park City also possible.

When will u be in Utah?

5th-12th

 

[Terminalxylem]

It’s time people!

NYE booked at mammoth
Week in Feb booked at solitude.
Will book more

10 days in Japan in Jan. Utah Feb 4-11, at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain

Still have to book another week or so in late Feb, prob Vail, though Park City also possible.

When will u be in Utah?

5th-12th

Snowbasin is on Ikon, if you want to try another resort…

 

[DA RAIDERS]

It’s time people!

NYE booked at mammoth
Week in Feb booked at solitude.
Will book more

10 days in Japan in Jan. Utah Feb 4-11, at Snowbasin, Powder Mountain

Still have to book another week or so in late Feb, prob Vail, though Park City also possible.

When will u be in Utah?

5th-12th

Snowbasin is on Ikon, if you want to try another resort…

You know I’d love to but it’s too far

 

[MTskibum]

You guys plan stuff out way too far in advance. My kids have activities that I do not yet know about, I will plan my ski year in December.

I am going to Utah this year, but who knows on the dates. My college ski buddy just moved from Denver to Park City recently so i will have a place to stay and a ride up the mountain to save on costs.

Also 1-2 trips to Denver after spring break. Mid week 1-2 day trips at Loveland or A-basin, I can stay with family, don't need a rental car.

If we go on a family ski trip during spring break i may consider angel fire or taos. It would be good to get my kids lessons every year at least while they are young. Even if they only ski once a year that is enough.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

I have to plan ahead. Especially if I want a deal. The place I stay at in solitude has exactly one week left for the season. It’s the cheapest ski in/out there

Same for NYE. If I want to stay slopeside at canyon, I need to book now.

If I wasn’t a beugie old guy skier I could wait and stay wherever. Proximity to the lift is probably the most important factor for me

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Headed to mammoth on Monday. Just me and my daughter.

I’m also the proud owner of an old decommissioned ski lift chair. A double. Now I need to have it reconditioned. It’s a gift for my wife. Gonna put legs on it, powder coat it and paint it bright red.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

I’m up in mammoth. It’s glorious. Fantastic coverage and EMPTY. I was the only person on solitude yesterday. Normally a fairly high traffic run.

I’m also getting new boots this trip. It’s exhausting. I’ve demoed 5 pairs and am giving zip fit liners a try today. We’ll see. They’re not cheap.

 

[Drunken knight]

going up to tahoe next week. might get a half day in. nice to know daughter wants to join me, but we want her to hold off until her back is well.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Those liners were a game changer. From control. to my legs feeling alive at the end of the day. Pulling the trigger and am getting them. They are supposed to last 1000+ ski days.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

I’m so tired of the ski shop. 2 complete fittings today. But I’m happy with what I’ve got and hope to live in foot luxury from now on!

 

[Terminalxylem]

Those liners were a game changer. From control. to my legs feeling alive at the end of the day. Pulling the trigger and am getting them. They are supposed to last 1000+ ski days.

Never heard of them. I see they use cork (so do my current liners). Any other differences? How much?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Those liners were a game changer. From control. to my legs feeling alive at the end of the day. Pulling the trigger and am getting them. They are supposed to last 1000+ ski days.

Never heard of them. I see they use cork (so do my current liners). Any other differences? How much?

Cork. With 3 ports to add more if you need/want to. Lambs wool toe box 5 bills

A lot of patrol and the like swear by them.

ETA. Heat molded to my feet. Other bells and whistles that my exhausted brain cant remember. Biggest difference from the stock liner was how they skied. Super responsive. Comfortable. And my legs don’t feel nearly as wiped out as they usually would.

 

[Terminalxylem]

Those liners were a game changer. From control. to my legs feeling alive at the end of the day. Pulling the trigger and am getting them. They are supposed to last 1000+ ski days.

Never heard of them. I see they use cork (so do my current liners). Any other differences? How much?

Cork. With 3 ports to add more if you need/want to. Lambs wool toe box 5 bills

A lot of patrol and the like swear by them.

ETA. Heat molded to my feet. Other bells and whistles that my exhausted brain cant remember. Biggest difference from the stock liner was how they skied. Super responsive. Comfortable. And my legs don’t feel nearly as wiped out as they usually would.

I guess if they last 1000 ski days, they may be the last liners you'll ever need.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Those liners were a game changer. From control. to my legs feeling alive at the end of the day. Pulling the trigger and am getting them. They are supposed to last 1000+ ski days.

Never heard of them. I see they use cork (so do my current liners). Any other differences? How much?

Cork. With 3 ports to add more if you need/want to. Lambs wool toe box 5 bills

A lot of patrol and the like swear by them.

ETA. Heat molded to my feet. Other bells and whistles that my exhausted brain cant remember. Biggest difference from the stock liner was how they skied. Super responsive. Comfortable. And my legs don’t feel nearly as wiped out as they usually would.

I guess if they last 1000 ski days, they may be the last liners you'll ever need.

Yep. That’s the thought process.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

And to be clear, it’s an entire boot liner. Not a footbed.

 

[Drunken knight]

leave for tahoe in about an hour. 1/2 day tomorrow at Northstar

 

[zoobird]

Trying to plan a two day ski trip for my family in the northeast and could use some help getting started.

I haven't skied in 25+ years. My daughters (20 and 17) have never skied. My wife isn't planning to ski, but she will be with us.

We're driving from NJ.

Daughters will need lessons at the beginning of the first day.

We will all need rentals.

I remember what a bad experience it is for beginners at super-crowded slopes. I don't want that.

Don't care at all about black diamond slopes - I'm way too out of shape and out of practice to consider going on any. I picture us doing beginnings and easy intermediate slopes at most.

Cost is a consideration, but definitely prepared to $pend.

To save on cost and avoid crowds, we're prepared to go mid-week sometime after New Year's Day (anytime until mid-January).

Since my wife won't be skiing, I'd like to go somewhere where the hotel and/or lodge will be pleasant to hang out.

My impressions from 25+ years ago experience is that places in the Poconos or Hunter and other close to NYC resorts are going to be too crowded for me to really happy...so kind of picturing going to Vermont or the Adirondacks...but very open to being told that I'm wrong.

Are there any website where I can just kind of put in all that info and it will give me a comparison of price and options across all resorts?

 

[Drunken knight]

@zoobird

Skiing and Snowboarding | Vermont Tourism

Whether you crave the thrill of glades and steeps, prefer the gentle slopes for learning, or enjoy the well-groomed trails, Vermont's diverse terrain caters to every skier's or snowboarder's preferences.

vermontvacation.com

Sites definitely exist that can help you with pricing. Often, there are packages for lesson, rentals, day passes for the kids

I have not skied the East coast but both of my parents are from NY. My first thought is Stowe (parents gave me Stowe as a middle name) or killington.

 

[FreeBaGeL]

Trying to plan a two day ski trip for my family in the northeast and could use some help getting started.

I haven't skied in 25+ years. My daughters (20 and 17) have never skied. My wife isn't planning to ski, but she will be with us.

We're driving from NJ.

Daughters will need lessons at the beginning of the first day.

We will all need rentals.

I remember what a bad experience it is for beginners at super-crowded slopes. I don't want that.

Don't care at all about black diamond slopes - I'm way too out of shape and out of practice to consider going on any. I picture us doing beginnings and easy intermediate slopes at most.

Cost is a consideration, but definitely prepared to $pend.

To save on cost and avoid crowds, we're prepared to go mid-week sometime after New Year's Day (anytime until mid-January).

Since my wife won't be skiing, I'd like to go somewhere where the hotel and/or lodge will be pleasant to hang out.

My impressions from 25+ years ago experience is that places in the Poconos or Hunter and other close to NYC resorts are going to be too crowded for me to really happy...so kind of picturing going to Vermont or the Adirondacks...but very open to being told that I'm wrong.

Are there any website where I can just kind of put in all that info and it will give me a comparison of price and options across all resorts?

Chatgpt maybe? I've used it for help with trip planning lately and it's been helpful. Here is what it said when I gave it your requirements.


It sounds like you’re planning a memorable and fun family trip! Based on your needs, here are a few ski destinations in the Northeast that strike a balance between less crowded slopes, beginner-friendly terrain, midweek affordability, and pleasant amenities for your wife to enjoy:

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1. Okemo Mountain Resort, Vermont​

• Why it fits:
  Okemo is known for its excellent grooming and beginner-friendly terrain. Midweek trips tend to be less crowded, and the mountain offers plenty of long, wide, and gentle green runs.
• Lessons & Rentals:
  Top-notch ski school with group and private lessons available. They have a rental shop on-site with skis and snowboards.
• Lodging:
  The Jackson Gore Inn at the base is a great option, offering slopeside accommodations with a pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a cozy lounge for your wife to relax in.
• Activities for Non-Skiers:
  A spa, shopping, or simply enjoying the views by the fireplace at the lodge. The village has options for dining and strolling.

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2. Mount Snow, Vermont​

• Why it fits:
  A bit closer than other Vermont resorts, Mount Snow has a variety of beginner and intermediate runs and a solid reputation for family-friendly skiing.
• Lessons & Rentals:
  Ski and ride school has good reviews for teaching first-timers and nervous returners. Rentals are conveniently available at the base.
• Lodging:
  The Grand Summit Hotel is slopeside and offers cozy common areas, a spa, and dining options.
• Activities for Non-Skiers:
  Snow tubing, snowshoeing, or relaxing at the resort spa.

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3. Gore Mountain, Adirondacks (New York)​

• Why it fits:
  Gore Mountain has excellent beginner and intermediate terrain, and it’s less crowded than Vermont resorts. It’s family-friendly and more cost-effective.
• Lessons & Rentals:
  Beginner lessons are well-reviewed, and rental equipment is available.
• Lodging:
  There’s a mix of cozy inns and resorts in nearby North Creek. The Copperfield Inn or Garnet Hill Lodge are solid options, offering a charming Adirondack experience.
• Activities for Non-Skiers:
  Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or exploring nearby trails.

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4. Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont​

• Why it fits:
  Smuggs is renowned for being family-oriented, with a focus on beginner and intermediate skiers. It’s slightly further than other Vermont options but worth it for the relaxed atmosphere.
• Lessons & Rentals:
  Excellent ski school with small group lessons tailored for beginners. Rentals are easily accessible.
• Lodging:
  On-site condos and lodges offer convenient access to the slopes and activities.
• Activities for Non-Skiers:
  Indoor pools, hot tubs, and other resort amenities, plus scenic mountain views.

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Planning Tips​

1. Book Lessons in Advance: Midweek will be quieter, but lessons for beginners still fill up quickly.
2. Timing: Aim for early in the week (Monday-Tuesday) after New Year’s for the lightest crowds.
3. Pack Layers: Weather can change quickly, and it’s essential to have proper gear for comfort on the slopes.

Would you like help narrowing this down or exploring lodging and lesson package details for any of these resorts?

 

[zoobird]

After a few hours of research and contemplation, I'm leaning towards Sugarbush, which I really liked 30+ years ago. Positives seem to be that it feels relatively upscale and less crowded. Negative is that it's one of the longer drives in Vermont. Cost is somewhat high, but substantially lower than Stowe. Appreciate the suggestions from @Drunken knight and @FreeBaGeL!

 

[DA RAIDERS]

@zoobird Have fun! Don’t give your kids too much instruction. I tell everyone I know, don’t teach your significant other or older kids. It rarely ends well.

I have zero input on east coast skiing. But you're doing it right. Midweek. Look for packages that include everything. some mountains offer a cheaper ticket that only service the beginner slopes. Have fun!

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

 

[Terminalxylem]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

 

[Harry Frogfish]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

Nice trip, Japan? Awesome!

Mammoth has received 5 inches of snow in January. Worse, might be the forecast. Bone-dry, still.

Anyone thinking about the Ikon pass should definitely wait at this point, get a two-for-one pass and hope La Niña delivers some late-season action.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

It was awesome. Snowed a few inches as we arrived and was bluebird the rest of the time.

 

[Harry Frogfish]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

It was awesome. Snowed a few inches as we arrived and was bluebird the rest of the time.

Good for you, but a couple inches is all? Ouch, and "bluebird" means no snow. Make no mistake, it's dry up there, and has been. I wish it wasn't, but the forecast is bleak as well.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

It was awesome. Snowed a few inches as we arrived and was bluebird the rest of the time.

Good for you, but a couple inches is all? Ouch, and "bluebird" means no snow. Make no mistake, it's dry up there, and has been. I wish it wasn't, but the forecast is bleak as well.

You’re a real joy. The conditions were fantastic. I’ve been up there twice this year. They got 5 feet of snow in November. Another 3 feet in December. We went up on the 29th and were greeted with perfect conditions. I skied char 22 early in the morning on the 30th and had nearly untouched powder for 2 hours, that was 6-10 inches deep due to wind buff. And blue bird doesn’t mean no snow. it means that the sun is out and weather conditions are perfect. But hey, you do you.

 

[Harry Frogfish]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

It was awesome. Snowed a few inches as we arrived and was bluebird the rest of the time.

Good for you, but a couple inches is all? Ouch, and "bluebird" means no snow. Make no mistake, it's dry up there, and has been. I wish it wasn't, but the forecast is bleak as well.

You’re a real joy. The conditions were fantastic. I’ve been up there twice this year. They got 5 feet of snow in November. Another 3 feet in December. We went up on the 29th and were greeted with perfect conditions. I skied char 22 early in the morning on the 30th and had nearly untouched powder for 2 hours, that was 6-10 inches deep due to wind buff. And blue bird doesn’t mean no snow. it means that the sun is out and weather conditions are perfect. But hey, you do you.

A real joy? Exaggerate much?

5 inches this month, according to the Mammoth site (and more than confirmed from locals). DISPUTE THAT, please, would love to hear it.











You know what? Let's start there. Are you disputing that?

And did you just say, "you do you"? LOFL Is this the 90's?

Factually make an argument about the conditions he asked about THIS month in MAMMOTH, not NOVEMBER. HINT: that snow is not holding up in mid January in Cali, genius.

I've been up there, any local will agree, it sucks right now. Go, look at the webcams, Dr. Fischback. Or, go get yourself some local turns at, Snow Summit, Ingmar Stenmark.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

Mammoth countdown 7 days! They’re getting snow over Xmas and it looks like snow may be in our forecast as well!

How’d it go?

I’m back in Japan. Yesterday was surprisingly sunny, but a foot of fresh snow today. Rusutsu trees never disappoint!

It was awesome. Snowed a few inches as we arrived and was bluebird the rest of the time.

Good for you, but a couple inches is all? Ouch, and "bluebird" means no snow. Make no mistake, it's dry up there, and has been. I wish it wasn't, but the forecast is bleak as well.

You’re a real joy. The conditions were fantastic. I’ve been up there twice this year. They got 5 feet of snow in November. Another 3 feet in December. We went up on the 29th and were greeted with perfect conditions. I skied char 22 early in the morning on the 30th and had nearly untouched powder for 2 hours, that was 6-10 inches deep due to wind buff. And blue bird doesn’t mean no snow. it means that the sun is out and weather conditions are perfect. But hey, you do you.

A real joy? Exaggerate much?

5 inches this month, according to the Mammoth site (and more than confirmed from locals). DISPUTE THAT, please, would love to hear it.











You know what? Let's start there. Are you disputing that?

And did you just say, "you do you"? LOFL Is this the 90's?

Factually make an argument about the conditions he asked about THIS month in MAMMOTH, not NOVEMBER. HINT: that snow is not holding up in mid January in Cali, genius.

I've been up there, any local will agree, it sucks right now. Go, look at the webcams, Dr. Fischback. Or, go get yourself some local turns at, Snow Summit, Ingmar Stenmark.

I didn’t dispute anything. Other than you saying the term bluebird means no snow. You **** on my experience over new years. Which went Into JANUARY. hint, the month you’re talking about. The coverage was fantastic. It snowed the day we left as well. So I can only assume the next day would have been great.

When did you go up this year?

And you are correct. They’ve only gotten 5” in January. They want/need more snow.

Keep the insults coming!

 

[Terminalxylem]

Well, it took 3 seasons, but finally had consecutive days at Niseko without new snow. Also seems to be more crowded every year.

With a little work, still able to find fresh tracks, and snow consistency in Japan remains better than everywhere else in the world. So we’ll keep going, happily.

 

[DA RAIDERS]

@Terminalxylem looks like we’re going to have some nice snow for UT!

 

[Terminalxylem]

@Terminalxylem looks like we’re going to have some nice snow for UT!

I’m here now…but sick. Saw it coming a mile away, as my friend’s 4-year old was coughing and climbing all over me.

I skied Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, Solitude, and Park City last week, when the conditions were pretty meh. Then we finally get some snow, and I’m laid out in bed. My friend is at PC now and says it’s great, so I’ll try to go tomorrow. Looks like snow in forecast next couple days.