I have been fortunate to have skied Alta/ Snowbird on vacations from 1989-2006. I retired (from Work) in 06 and have been skiing the winters full time in Utah since then. I been skiing With locals at Alta/ Snowbird since 2014 so I have a very observations. Each area has about 2,600 skiable acres so that is over 5,000 combined. They do grooming but a very large portion is off piste natural snow. You don’t mention going through the Avalanche control gates which takes you to some very challenging terrain and snow conditions. At Snowbird you didn’t ski the Cirque which has some of the name runs that The Bird is world famous for having. You could spend a week getting to know hoe to navigate your way around. There is no real easy way down off the Tram for less experienced skiers.Chips Run is marked Blue but it is a Cat track that has 180 degree turns. If you drop off to the side your in off piste moguls. The Gad lifts on the other side have more Lowe angle runs and grooming. When it snows be prepared for Avalanche control delay. If it snows heavy and deep they might close the Little Cottonwood road so pay attention to signs. They let you know ahead of time. Also of the sun is not out and the light is flat Mineral Basin and Little Cloud can have White Out conditions. Best to ski with other people when you go through the Avalanche gates. Even though you are in the resort boundaries don’t expect the Ski Patrol to check all those skiable acres at the end of the day.
@@nacho-man1063 I love it! Snowbird and Alta are the way to go. So much terrain, a ton of hikes that can get you to fresh pow, and the drive is so close to salt lake. I still want to hit up the east coast. Anywhere you recommend?
@@nacho-man1063 I like that you put two resorts in Maine. Always a place I have wanted to travel to. And I bet it's the best lobster around! Thanks for the tips. Hope we both get to enjoy a few runs together someday!
Gotta say that I take Alata and the 'Bird for granted given that I grew up at the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Started skiing in 1975, when lift passes at Brighton were $6 weekday/ $10 weekend rates, Alta was $10 weekday / $15 weekend and 'the 'Bird was (Tram) $20 weekday /$40 weekend rates. Glad you loved the snow and the terrain. Yes, it is world class and areas that many Utahn's never appreciate because they never learn to ski. Go figure.
Wow! I agree!! Those views at Alta are breathtaking! Thank you for sharing and educating viewers on your experience! Glad you had a great time Cor!
Knowledge is power! Lol! Thank you for watching. The fiance and I are having a blast in Jackson Hole right now. Whole new experience!
The blue skies are amazing
Tried getting there last week but road was closed
I have been fortunate to have skied Alta/ Snowbird on vacations from 1989-2006. I retired (from Work) in 06 and have been skiing the winters full time in Utah since then. I been skiing With locals at Alta/ Snowbird since 2014 so I have a very observations. Each area has about 2,600 skiable acres so that is over 5,000 combined. They do grooming but a very large portion is off piste natural snow. You don’t mention going through the Avalanche control gates which takes you to some very challenging terrain and snow conditions. At Snowbird you didn’t ski the Cirque which has some of the name runs that The Bird is world famous for having. You could spend a week getting to know hoe to navigate your way around. There is no real easy way down off the Tram for less experienced skiers.Chips Run is marked Blue but it is a Cat track that has 180 degree turns. If you drop off to the side your in off piste moguls. The Gad lifts on the other side have more Lowe angle runs and grooming. When it snows be prepared for Avalanche control delay. If it snows heavy and deep they might close the Little Cottonwood road so pay attention to signs. They let you know ahead of time. Also of the sun is not out and the light is flat Mineral Basin and Little Cloud can have White Out conditions. Best to ski with other people when you go through the Avalanche gates. Even though you are in the resort boundaries don’t expect the Ski Patrol to check all those skiable acres at the end of the day.
Next year is going to be our first trip to the west coast,, New England is fun but the west looks incredible.
I'm excited for you! Anywhere in particular that you plan on visiting?
@@CoryGrasser Alta & snowbird.
The east coast has great locations but nothing compared to the west.
Ty you for your video.
@@nacho-man1063 I love it! Snowbird and Alta are the way to go. So much terrain, a ton of hikes that can get you to fresh pow, and the drive is so close to salt lake. I still want to hit up the east coast. Anywhere you recommend?
@@CoryGrasser yes!! Check out Jay peak in Vermont or Sunday River in Maine. Plus you will love the seafood here in New England “ lobsters.
@@nacho-man1063 I like that you put two resorts in Maine. Always a place I have wanted to travel to. And I bet it's the best lobster around! Thanks for the tips. Hope we both get to enjoy a few runs together someday!
Gotta say that I take Alata and the 'Bird for granted given that I grew up at the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon. Started skiing in 1975, when lift passes at Brighton were $6 weekday/ $10 weekend rates, Alta was $10 weekday / $15 weekend and 'the 'Bird was (Tram) $20 weekday /$40 weekend rates. Glad you loved the snow and the terrain. Yes, it is world class and areas that many Utahn's never appreciate because they never learn to ski. Go figure.
Glory days! As much as I love skiing at the bird and alta these days, I bet the 70s and 80s were a special time. Thank you so much for watching!
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Thanks buddy! Glad you are loving the videos. Hope you're having an awesome season!
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Your audio sucks. can barely hear you talk then it's way too loud when you play the music. you are like a commercial
I give your comment maturity a D- but thanks for watching either way. Guess I should just quit life..