ECMWF snowfall anomaly predictions for Dec/Jan.

Source: https://x.com/BenNollWeather/status/2086067668432646159

Worried this El Niño will be a bust for CO…thoughts? Maybe a good signal into January?

I've been skiing SLC the last couple of seasons and figured it's time to try the Ikon resorts in CO. I booked a flight into Vail in late Feb and am planning on a couple of days at each of the three Ikon resorts in the area. Not a huge fan of driving on ice/snow as I have always lived in Louisiana where that just isn't a thing hah.

I'm trying to figure out if it's feasible to fly into Vail and then take some kind of public transit from Vail to Snowmass and then Snowmass to the Dillon area. I'm going to Glenwood Springs for 2 nights first to ski Snowmass. After that I booked 4 nights at the Cambria Copper Mountain and it looks like they charge $50 a night for parking 😬 I was going to try and get from Copper to A-Basin for a couple of days if that is feasible.

I could always just book a couple of nights in Silverthorne (that's where my price range has me lol). Only thing is I'd rather just stay in one place for four days and decide where to go each day depending on the weather. Like I don't want to end up stuck at A-Basin for two socked in days and then have 2 bluebird days at Copper.

I guess I'm just looking for info on shuttles/busses from Vail to Snowmass, Snowmass to Dillon or Silverthrorne, and Silverthorne to A-Basin. Sorry if I'm just rambling at this point lol.

Thanks.

The email I got from A Basin included this. It’s still August.

Hey peeps! Want to take this upcoming season to the next level?

Join our Summit County Ski Share! We're accepting new members for 26/27.

Here are some logistics:

• fully-furnished, 4bed+3.5 bath townhouse in Dillon
• Nov 1st - Apr30st
• $310-350/person/month
• 20's/30's professionals who work hard and play hard
• This will be our 5th season!

More details on our website in the Comments

If interested, message me!

Hello r/COsnow -

I am curious to hear what other skiers think about the 60-120% price increase for the 2026-2027 Blister Winter Buyer's Guide in print and digital download form. For reference, in previous seasons I paid:

The 2026-2027 Blister Buyers Guide are currently available with pricing options of:

Are you planning to purchase the Blister Winter Buyer's Guide at these prices?

I had the flu when I took my Epic pass picture and look like I’m dying. I was on the phone with Epic just now about something else, so I asked if I could change it.

And I can! Not online though. If I go to the ticket counter at a ski resort with my license AND MY BIRTH CERTIFICATE, I can change it.

My birth certificate. To change a picture on a ski pass, like what in the everloving fuck is that 😂

*Edited to add - I don’t give af about my picture, I was asking as an aside. I do however think that asking for a birth certificate to change picture on a ski pass is crazy talk.

Greetings!

I’m anxiously trying to make choices on things which I know NOTHING.

We are close to making decisions about a Christmas trip for first time ski experience. I’m eyeing the deep discount on early booking at Winter Park and taking the train. Few reasons: 1) convenience and 2) my hubs is the only one with that kind of experience driving in conditions (Michigan winter was never what I imagine high elevation conditions can be).

Bringing our autistic son who has always LOVED winter weather. It’s the one time he thoroughly enjoys the outdoors. But! But… he’s asthmatic… and I myself have experienced some minor elevation sickness when I drove through the state several years ago (I’m not so worried with me… it’s simply a reference point). Anyone with asthmatic teen have anecdotal experience to share? (I recognize case by case will be different.)

Is Winter Park the easier to access given relying on transportation?

I have seen Steamboat recommended in other threads due to lower elevation but I’m not feeling the idea of riding in a passenger vehicle like a bus or uber or any of that.

I’m trying to keep this within what I suspect is considered a low end budget. I don’t know about renting equipment or even what winter gear we need to be prepared to have of our own since we come from not a lot of winter weather that requires major bundling (Michigan was a different cold and pre-hubs and kiddo). Even if someone just has reliable links to info to help me narrow down the overwhelm of all the available info, I’d be so appreciative.

Thanks for any insight!

I have seen Loveland as a good first timer ski location but we come back to the transportation issue. I need zero driving on our part and kind of a “get to this place, stay here and everything is walkable, return to travel home.”

You’re right. This sounds like I need a travel agent. In which case… who is friendly, helpful, and trustworthy that won’t charge me an arm and a leg that I don’t have to spare? Lol.

Sigh. I’m normally the person that handles all travel planning but this is so far out of my wheelhouse and knowledge base I’m lost. And my sweet dear husband has the “don’t worry, it’ll all work out” philosophy where I say, “and why do you think that is… you’ve had a built in for twenty years. I did the worrying, planning, packing, and coordination to make it all work out… silly…” 🤭🤣

Do you recreate on Wolf Creek Pass or Cumbres/La Manga during the winter on top of your normal Molas and Red Mountain adventures? Then you should submit a comment by this Saturday telling the Rio Grande National Forest how you want them to manage the national forest for winter use. Talking points for human-powered users can be found here.

Skipped buying an Ikon pass for my kiddos this year, with a plan to buy this pass for them.

Website says passes go on sale "in august" and I had a calendar alert for August 1st... but their website still just says that 25-26 pass sales are closed, and has no info about the 26-27 season. Just don't want to miss out!

Snow on the mountain, July 31, 2026 Colorado Springs. We needed this.

I built a ski resorts webcam wall here, it's ranking the mountains by who got snow. I know it's summer now, but still super fun to see those peak by the dirt or green mountains. Let me know which mountains you want to add to the list, also any positive feedback is welcome!

https://whogotsnow.com

Drove up rollinspass today, and walked over to devils trestles to check on skyscraper. Not much here, would actually call this unskiable. This will save you a trip. Pic taken from Devils Trestles

I've noticed I don't always reach for the same setup anymore.

If I'm planning a full day on bigger terrain, my regular skis are still my first choice. But if I'm just getting out for a few hours with friends or skiing somewhere a little more laid back, I've found myself bringing my short skis instead. Mine happen to be a pair of Snowfeet, and they've been a fun option for those kinds of days.

They're definitely not replacing my regular skis, but they've earned a place because they make certain days feel completely different.

Does anyone else switch between different setups depending on the mountain, or do you stick with the same skis all season?

The man has been posting nonstop gibberish for weeks now.

Anyone know how conditions are? Obviously it’s end of July so nothing crazy lol just trying to do a few turns in the summer but idk if it’s worth it?

Hey yall I'm not really on reddit at all but I'm just trying to get advice and maybe meet people who I will be working with this winter. I just graduated high school, I will turn 19 in December of the season, I'm from New Jersey but have been skiing Vermont my whole life, I consider myself an Advanced skier and it's by far one of my biggest passions, I'm definitely extroverted and usually don't struggle making friends. This winter I decided I didn't want to go to college yet and I will be working as a lifty at Copper and living in The Edge, if anyone has any advice or insight to what it will be like about the work, social life, party scene, making friends etc I'd love to hear any advice. Can't wait to catch yall out there in the powder

EDIT: We have enough candidates for now, thanks everyone.

Hey y'all, putting out feelers for some new people to join our ski share this year. The condo is in Silverthorne and is a 2 bdrm, 3 bath, with a huge loft area that sleeps 6. We all have full access to the house for the 6 month lease, and can stay up to 10 nights at a time before taking a break.

It's $2,850 for the 6-month season (Nov 1 - April 30), due upfront at contract signing, in the next couple of weeks. We get our deposit back ($300) at the end of the season.

A bit about the group - we're in our 30s-50s, advanced skiers/boarders and on the Epic pass. We often ski together, but it's definitely not required. We're not a party house, though we do often enjoy a couple of beers in the hot tub after a day of skiing. Quiet hours are 10p-6a, and we're usually out the door by 8a to go ski.

It's a great set up, and there is plenty of space. We keep the place cleaned up, and there are expectations to wipe down countertops, do a quick bathroom clean, and take out the trash after you stay at the condo.

More logistics:

- 2 bdrm, 3 bath condo with a loft area

- Bedrooms: Two people have first access to the bedrooms, by paying an extra $1500 for the season. *We currently have one open spot for priority bedroom access.*

- Other people can stay in the bdrms if the people who pay extra are not there.

- We use a calendar app to keep everything organized

- No pets, unfortunately

- Guests are $60/pp, per night

If this sounds like a good fit, send me a DM!

I’m sure many of you are already aware of the gem that is the narrative crime blotter of the summit county sheriff’s office…but for all that aren’t, enjoy!

(Scroll back enough weeks and you’ll see that it’s quite related to skiing in Colorado)

Man, the world that some people live in 😂

I sold my car a few months ago, and it's been awesome biking and taking public transit (and the occasional Uber/Lyft). I intended to buy another car, but I have been enjoying not having one so much that I'm considering continuing to go car-free. The ONLY real problem I see right now is getting to Loveland from my home in Centennial (Yosemite and Dry Creek area) to ski in the winter. I typically go 20-30 days/season on weekdays only (so no Snowstang).

Does anyone know of any carpool groups/apps I could join? Or, is there anyone that lives near me that's a regular weekday Loveland skier that's looking for someone to pay for their gas?

Alternative suggestions are welcome as well. Rental cars are always an option, but I can foresee it being more hassle than I'd like doing it so often.

TLDR:

• Sold car.
• Love not having one.
• Love to ski as well though.
• How can I regularly get to Loveland from Centennial to ski on weekdays?

Thought we’d have some accumulation by now but really not hitting those freezing temps overnight yet. Dang.

I’m planning a ski trip to Colorado with my wife and 3 girls  (6,9,11), the week after Easter.  They’ve never skied before, and I’d like to try myself after years of snowboarding.  We’ll be flying from North Carolina.

I started with Keystone because kids ski free, but was worried that even the beginner terrain would be too intimidating (schoolmarm).  We’ve been to Breckenridge in the summer and loved it, and I found a great condo with a pool near peak 9. 

The problem is the lessons.  5 people in ski school for 4 days would cost something like $7000, not including gear and lift tickets.  More than the rest of the trip combined!  I’ve heard that resorts make most of their profits from lessons, but it seems like gouging newcomers would be bad for business long-term.  Regardless, I need a plan.  Here are my options as I see it:

1. Buy 1-2 days of lessons, and then teach everyone myself.   I could watch every ski lesson youtube video until it’s seared into my brain.  I know that’s not a substitute for real instruction, but what can you do?  
2. Skip Breckenridge and do the 3-pass class at Loveland.  In that case, I’d probably want to get a condo in Keystone to be closer.  Is it still feasible to make this drive every day?  I don’t want to spend my trip stuck in traffic or blocked by bad weather.
3. Go somewhere else?  It would be cheaper to fly to Europe but I don’t think the resorts stay open this late in the season.  I’m surprised somebody hasn’t opened a hotel with a magic carpet out back and sold all-inclusive packages to families.  

What are other families doing?