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2020-21 season

The Dangers of Early Season Backcountry Skiing

Early season backcountry skiing is fun. Skiing in fall among the turning Aspen trees with untracked blower powder is a treat, but being aware of its dangers is vital to keep in mind. Related: Why Early Season Snow is Dangerous in Colorado | News Release: CAIC Trees Tree skiing is some of the best backcountry skiing, but early season snow coverage […]

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Clay Malott | October 6, 2022
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Projected Opening Dates of Colorado Ski Resorts

Ski season is just around the corner, and with leaves turning and snow falling in the mountains already, we can’t wait. Here are the projected opening dates for Colorado ski resorts, although these dates are subject to change due to natural factors (temperature, precipitation, etc). Related: Opening Dates for California Ski Resorts *Dates are ordered chronologically* Arapahoe Basin: mid-October Loveland: Late October […]

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Clay Malott | September 23, 2020
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Opening Dates for California Ski Resorts

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Ski season is much closer than we think… or at least that’s what I keep telling myself in an effort to contain the pre-season stoke as I binge watch old ski films. But seriously, we are only two months out from the opening of numerous California ski resorts; now we just need some snow. Related: Projected Opening Dates of Colorado […]

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Spencer Cox | September 22, 2020
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What Might the 2020-2021 Ski Season Look Like? A Chat With Aspen Skiing Co.

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Today, August 12th, 2020, I had a chance to chat with Kevin Jordan of Aspen Skiing Co. about the upcoming 2020-2021 ski season. Kevin is the Senior Coordinator for Snowmass Children’s (7-17) Ski School. He plays a similar role in the summer overseeing the bike school. Related: Aspen Skiing Co. Tells Skiers to Temper Expectations Ahead of 2020-2021 Season Kevin […]

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Clay Malott | August 14, 2020
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4FRNT Reveals 2020-2021 Ski Lineup

4FRNT revealed their ski lineup on their website this week, and their new decals look sick.  4FRNT has always been known for its elite freeride ski constructions and stunning decals. They did not disappoint this year. 4FRNT is returning with their flagship MSP and Eric Hjorleifson ski lines, as well as some freeride favorites like the Vandal, Devastator, and InThayne skis. […]

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Clay Malott | August 7, 2020
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Aspen Skiing Co. Tells Skiers to Temper Expectations Ahead of 2020-2021 Season

Aspen Skiing Co. CEO Mike Kaplan wrote a letter to guests on Tuesday regarding the upcoming 2020-2021 ski season. Related: Vail Resorts’ CEO Posts Open Letter About Next Season Kaplan says that the pace of the sport could slow down, due to decreased capacity and therefore longer wait times. But despite this, he thinks it may add value to skiers […]

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Clay Malott | July 30, 2020
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Alta Ski Area, UT Gives Update on 2020-21 Season Pass Pricing

Alta Ski Area in Utah has just provided an update on their season pass pricing plan for next season. The ‘skier’s only’ operation acknowledged that there is tremendous uncertainty in the ski industry right now and that they won’t be asking skiers to be purchase passes for next season at this time.  So, they are delaying the announcement of season […]

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SnowBrains | April 29, 2020
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