State of Resort Season Pass Policies for the 2020-21 Season
After examining the early-season pricing and assurance differences between Epic and Ikon, we decided to do the same for standalone season pass products. Some mountains offer excellent protections, while others are risky buys.
Mountain Review: Tremblant
This busy, frigid resort offers a well-rounded East Coast experience and spectacular base village.
2 of 3 Australian Vail Resorts Closed for the Season Due to COVID-19
Following its decision to suspend operations at Mount Hotham and Falls Creek just a few days after they opened, Vail Resorts Australia has announced that these resorts will not be reopening for the rest of the season.
Off Peak Podcast Episode 7: Resort Lodging
The team highlights notable lodges and hostels from recent trips to Jackson Hole, Whistler, Killington, and other resorts.
(Expired) $249 Cooper Season Pass with Partner Days
Colorado’s Cooper Ski Area has announced heavily discounted early-bird 2020-21 season pass prices. But for those primarily interested in the cheap access to partner resorts, the pass’s assurance policy is risky.
Loveland Snowcat Expansion Ready To Go, 2020/21 Operations Dependent on COVID
Earlier this month, Loveland secured approval from the USFS to provide private snowcat tours in the avalanche-mitigated, sparsely-tracked Dry Gulch area. Since the new terrain won’t require any major infrastructure projects, these tours are theoretically ready to go and could start as soon as next January.
Jackson Town Council Approves Snow King Gondola
Earlier this week, Jackson, WY’s town council unanimously voted to approve construction of the proposed gondola at Snow King resort. The 8-passenger gondola, which will replace the resort’s Summit double chair, will be permitted to operate for night skiing.
Indy Ski Pass Adds Snow King, White Pine, Winterplace, and Buck Hill
The Indy Pass has added two-day access to four additional resorts for the 2020-21 season. Theoretically, passholders will now be able to ski for 112 days next season if they hit every resort on the pass.
Mountain Review: Homewood
While this Tahoe hill can’t hold its own overall against the destination resorts, it boasts an astonishing, one-of-a-kind mountain aesthetic.
Off Peak Podcast Episode 6: Navigation
The team discusses the PeakRankings navigation score and hones in on two particularly egregious examples. Sam gives kudos to Vail Resorts for a recent resort upgrade. Nicole, George, and Sam share what they’re drinking.