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There’s something about North America’s mountains that is gravitational.
The force that makes these mountains so irresistible is the sense of freedom that they represent to skiers and riders.
Alterra Mountain Company recognizes the need for you skiers and riders to have the freedom to go where you want when you want when the mountains are calling your name, so they created the Ikon Pass.
With the Ikon Pass you are free to ski 23 of North America’s most iconic destinations, so you never have to settle for the same old same old.
The Ikon Pass will be available to purchase March 6th, 2018, giving you the opportunity to find out what type of terrain lies beyond the one mountain pass.
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Top 10 Reasons Why The Ikon Pass
Is Better Than A One Mountain Pass:
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#1. The 23 destinations that the Ikon Pass offers gives you a chance to make 23 legendary memories
The Ikon Pass grants you access to 23 must-shred destinations:
Aspen Snowmass – Steamboat – Winter Park Resort – Copper Mountain Resort – Eldora Mountain Resort – Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows – Mammoth Mountain – June Mountain – Big Bear Mountain Resort – Jackson Hole Mountain Resort – Big Sky Resort – Stratton – Killington Resort – Snowshoe – Tremblant – Blue Mountain – Sunday River – Sugarloaf – Loon Mountain – Deer Valley Resort – Alta Ski Area – Snowbird – CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures
#2. The Ikon Pass makes it possible to shred East Coast groomers and West Coast powder whenever you want
The breadth of the Ikon Pass is what makes it a must have for the skier or rider who’s always looking to switch up the terrain they’re shredding.
Whether you’re an East Coaster heading out West to find some top notch pow stashes or a West Coaster hungry for a taste of the East Coast’s unique terrain, the Ikon Pass makes it possible for you to find exactly what you’re looking for.
#3. If you want the feeling of a like-minded community of skiers and riders with the freedom to explore new terrain the Ikon Pass is for you.Â
The destinations on the Ikon Pass make up a like-minded community that recognize your need for versatility, as well as the comfort of a mountain that makes you feel at home.
Wherever you go with the Ikon Pass you can guarantee that you’ll be immersed in the authenticity of each destination while being able to shred how you want to shred.
#4. You never have to wait for it to snow where you are because with the Ikon Pass you can chase the snow.Â
Is the blizzard of the year hitting the East Coast, and you’re in need of a little pow fix?
Head there with the Ikon Pass.
Is the West Coast having unreal conditions this spring?
Take a long weekend with the Ikon Pass.
Do you just want to check out what all the hype around Canada is about? Do it with the Ikon Pass.
#5. With the Ikon Pass you have the ability to build your own adventure
The Ikon Pass is the only tool you need to plan your next adventure.
You are free to choose exactly where, when, and what you want to shred with the Ikon Pass, giving you the freedom to explore new destinations.
#6. Whether you want to go find your snow in the East, West, Rockies, or Canada the Ikon Pass gives you access to North America’s most iconic destinations
The skiing and riding mecca that is North America is meant to be enjoyed, so why limit yourself to one mountain?
Take the Ikon Pass with you wherever you go for long trips or spontaneous shredding sessions.
#7. The Ikon Pass brings you the backcountry and the bunny hill
The Ikon Pass is for everyone.
With 2,790 trails and 63,000 skiable acres available to rip there is enough terrain for all levels of skiers and riders.
Whether you’re looking to shred a few lines on your business trip or bring the whole family with you, it’s all possible with the Ikon Pass.
#8. The Ikon Pass gives you the opportunity to constantly be chasing new experiences.Â
The mobility and versatility of the Ikon Pass give you endless chances to find a new adventure every time you set foot in the mountains.
The new experiences that come with exploring a multitude of destinations are exactly what the Ikon Pass is here to create.
#9. The Ikon Pass understands that skiers and riders need variety.
Each Ikon Pass destination offers a unique experience that cannot be replicated anywhere else.
The differences in location, terrain, and atmosphere give each destination a authentic stamp, and offer a new story for you to share with your friends and family.
#10. Celebrate the uniqueness of North America’s most iconic destinations with the Ikon Pass
The Ikon Pass recognizes the vast amount of terrain that North America has to offer to skiers and riders.
That’s why it gives you 48,840 acres of the most unique terrain in 9 U.S. states and 4 Canadian providences.
The Ikon Pass is the new standard in season passes connecting North America’s most iconic destinations, while also acknowledging the uniqueness that skiers and riders love so much about each destination.
Explain what West Coaster is hungry for the “East Coast’s unique terrain??!?!!” This is marketing B.S; there seems to be a disconnect between marketing lingo and honest ski reports… Same thing happened to Unofficial
There seems to be a disconnect between ski resorts and skiing
#11. Since you’re Rich AF, you can just take a quick vacation every time it snows somewhere else, and with so many resorts on the pass you know you better check them all off the list. Heck, why not take the private jet to visit these places, just to make it more exciting… Please don’t forget to post lots of mountain top selfies, showing everyone else how awesome you are, and how much you love nature!
#12. It’s a reasonably priced pass that offers access to the resort you usually get a pass for anyways, and there are some extra perks you’re unlikely to use anyways, but hey it sounds cool in the marketing dept.