Aspen Mountain, CO, Rebrands Pandora Terrain Expansion as ‘Hero’s’ in Tribute to Community Figures Yesterday, Aspen Skiing Co. officials announced that the much-anticipated terrain expansion at Aspen Mountain, CO, will be called “Hero’s” instead of the previously-considered “Pandora.” The renaming is a tribute to individuals who have made significant contributions to Aspen as both a mountain community and a skiing destination. “Hero’s” will span 153-acres and includes a new high-speed quad chairlift. Individual trails […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 13, 2023 0 Comments
Aspen Skiing Co. Asking Public to Name Trails in Pandora Expansion Aspen Skiing Co. (SkiCo) is asking the public to help name the trails at the resort’s new Pandora terrain, set to open 2023-24. An online form asks people to submit their suggestions under five categories: local people, local history, mining history, notable terrain, or greek mythology. Help us decide which trail names will live forever on our mountain when Pandora’s opens for the […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 17, 2022 0 Comments
Aspen Mountain, CO: Expansion Into Pandora Advances to Next Phases On Tuesday, The Pitkin County Planning and Zoning commission voted unanimously to give Skico the opportunity to pursue an amendment to the East of Aspen/Independence Pass Master Plan which could give Skico the go-ahead for the Pandora expansion project. Skico will pursue the amendment, although they will not be allowed to assist in the zoning process which could be lengthy. Skico […] Industry News Dominic Gawel | February 18, 2021 0 Comments
Aspen, CO, Named Most Expensive Vacation Spot in the U.S. Spring is now in full swing, and many are starting to plan their summer vacations. There are so many options to choose from. Even if planning a domestic trip, the U.S. has diverse options to appeal to anyone’s preferences. When planning such a trip, cost is a major consideration. Thankfully, the travel experts at Optimus Travel have analyzed the cost […] Industry News Brent Thomas | April 30, 2024 0 Comments
Buying Women’s Skis Can Be Harder Than You Think After skiing the same Völkl Kikus for eight years, it was time for a change. Don’t get me wrong, I loved those skis, and they served me well. They are still my teaching skis for days when I know I’m just lapping the magic carpet. But those skis have taken a massive beating, and it was time to upgrade. It […] Gear Review Gabrielle Gasser | March 8, 2024 16 Comments
Aspen Snowmass, CO, to Open New Expansion for 2023/24 Ski Season Aspen Snowmass, Colorado, resort-goers will have access to a new section of the mountain this upcoming season. The new expansion is called “Hero’s” and is part of Aspen Mountain’s Master Development Plan. The Hero’s area was previously a side country gem at Aspen but will now be accessible by a new high-speed quad chairlift which is also called Hero’s. Aspen […] Industry News Seth Tuuri | November 16, 2023 0 Comments
[VIDEO] What it Took to Create a New Trail Map for Aspen Mountain, CO Aspen Snowmass discusses what it took to create a new mountain trail map for Aspen Mountain that incorporates the new Hero’s area. Artist Rad Smith put in a lot of detail, care, and commitment to produce the beautiful hand-rendered map, a craftsmanship that is becoming increasingly rare in the industry. The video also discusses the exciting impact the map will […] SnowBrains | October 19, 2023 0 Comments
Everything New at Aspen Snowmass, CO, for Winter 2023-24 | Opening Dates Announced Operating Dates also Announced, with Aspen Mountain and Snowmass Opening November 23, 2023 The winter season in Aspen Snowmass approaches in fewer than 70 days, with Opening Day scheduled for Thursday, November 23. With the unveiling of a major new terrain expansion on Aspen Mountain, and the return of World Cup ski racing to our slopes, Aspen Snowmass anticipates the coming […] Industry News SnowBrains | September 15, 2023 0 Comments