killington - the hits keep coming ...

[skiadikt]

k announced they're opening the sdq and nrt an hour earlier for first tracks tomorrow. get some ... this would never have happened under the previous admin ... not a biggie but just shows the new attitude and direction k's moving in ...

from mike s:

We are in the middle of a major snowstorm that should deliver over a foot of new snow! We have decided that we are going to open Snowdon Quad and the North Ridge Triple an hour early Wednesday March 20
at 8:00 a.m. for first tracks. We hope you can join us for some early turns.

Also, in our continued effort to regain The Beast of spring title, we’ve just
finished another five days of snowmaking and the pile on Superstar is the
highest it’s been in recent memory.

 

[4aprice]

:beer: Its gonna be a good spring at the Beast.

Alex

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

 

[ScottySkis]

Defiantly nice to see the K regulars getting back their hill like it use to be.

 

[Gilligan]

Defiantly nice to see the K regulars getting back their hill like it use to be.

Defiantly?

The hits do just keep coming.

 

[ScottySkis]

Defiantly?

The hits just keep coming.

Absolutely.

 

[andyzee]

Fer sure.

 

[RENO]

:beer: Its gonna be a good spring at the Beast.

Alex

Lake Hopatcong, NJ

 

[steamboat1]

Did Killington get a new lift?

Today's report lists the K-1 Express Quad opening early.

 

[steamboat1]

Talk about listening to customers, this note from Rob Megnin:

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I think ---- was asking for us to allow Beast Bucks to be acquired under the payment plan for a Blackout Pass. We’ll allow this for next year. It’s not about cash flow, it’s about rewarding frequent purchase behavior for us. Those that are loyal to us we’re reciprocating the favor. We appreciate the value that the renewal of season passes brings to us!

The web site now reads:

2012-13 Blackout Passholders enjoy $50 Beast Bucks with a pass renewal by June 13, 2013 whether you choose to pay in full or select the payment plan option. Beast Bucks will be loaded on your pass for use during the 2013-14 winter season at base area shops and food and beverage venues.

R

ROB MEGNIN

Killington Resort | Pico Mountain

Director of Sales, Marketing & Reservations

 

[deadheadskier]

So what's the deal? What do K regulars think the reason is Solimano has been given the go ahead to do things like this and blow a substantial glacier on Superstar. Nyberg never did it and now Nyberg is Mike's boss. The 180 in operating philosophy doesn't add up.

Whatever the reason, it's great to see. Psyched to be heading up there for snoe.down and ski the mighty K on Saturday.

 

[jimmywilson69]

So what's the deal? What do K regulars think the reason is Solimano has been given the go ahead to do things like this and blow a substantial glacier on Superstar. Nyberg never did it and now Nyberg is Mike's boss. The 180 in operating philosophy doesn't add up.

Whatever the reason, it's great to see. Psyched to be heading up there for snoe.down and ski the mighty K on Saturday.

That has been my question all along. Previous GM gets promoted, long time employee takes over, makes snow in mid october, blows 25 feet of snow on Superstar, and generally does a 180 on all operations made by his now boss.

Are you going to snoe.down to see moe. or is this just the weekend you happen to be going to Killington?

 

[deadheadskier]

Going to see moe. I've wanted to go to snoe.down the past couple of years, but it always fell on the same weekend as the AZ summit. Really looking forward to skiing Outer Limits with moe. playing at the base.

 

[jimmywilson69]

Nice, let me know how they sound. I haven't listened to moe. in a couple of years. I used to see them pretty regularly.

Skiing OL during a raging Moth or Timmy Tucker Jam would be pretty cool!

 

[ScottySkis]

Going to see moe. I've wanted to go to snoe.down the past couple of years, but it always fell on the same weekend as the AZ summit. Really looking forward to skiing Outer Limits with moe. playing at the base.

I read some where else, that Moe comes from central NY and also enjoy making runs in the snow,have fun DHS.

 

[jimmywilson69]

moe. is originally from Buffalo I'm pretty sure.

 

[bdfreetuna]

Wouldn't be surprised if Superstar has snow later in the season than Tucks this year. The mounds of snow are insane.

 

[andyzee]

Wouldn't be surprised if Superstar has snow later in the season than Tucks this year. The mounds of snow are insane.

Why yes they are, and the magic word here is mounds as opposed to mound.

 

[Highway Star]

So what's the deal? What do K regulars think the reason is Solimano has been given the go ahead to do things like this and blow a substantial glacier on Superstar. Nyberg never did it and now Nyberg is Mike's boss. The 180 in operating philosophy doesn't add up.

Whatever the reason, it's great to see. Psyched to be heading up there for snoe.down and ski the mighty K on Saturday.

Fromwhat I understand, POWDR is actually pretty hands off of the operation of their resorts, most of the operational decisions are made locally. As long as he comes up with a reasonable budget and turns a profit, he can do whatever he wants. Visits are way up. You can tell the snowmaking budget has been increased, but it's unclear by how much, there hasn't been wasteful snowmaking.

 

[steamboat1]

http://www.youtube.com/user/KillingtonMountain

 

[steamboat1]

from the latest insider blog:

Killington continues to extend the season this year due to the millions of gallons of water our snowmakers made into snow on all of our mountain areas, and we've got the inside scoop on the plan from Director of Mountain Operations, Jeff Temple. So, ride your bike, tune up your golf swing and keep skiing and riding – our trails are still covered with lots of snow.

The Superstar Express Quad will stay open until 5:00 p.m. daily from April 15 - May 5, 2013. Just for spring, you’ll find a brand new rail garden for park fans. Black flies or bust, the Superstar Express Quad will continue to operate on weekends only beginning May 11, 2013, and marching on to June, conditions permitting.
The K-1 Express Gondola, accessing the entire upper mountain, will spin through April 21, 2013, with access to terrain for all ability levels. Plus, look for additional lift access to the Canyon and Snowdon Mountain for the weekend of April 20-21, 2013.
Bear Mountain, with the sought-after spring conditions on Outer Limits, will open again this coming weekend, April 13-14, 2013. Look for the Dream Maker Terrain Park, barbecuing, and even take on the open mogul course from the Bear Mountain Mogul Challenge.
The Needle’s Eye Area will operate through the weekend, with great eastern-facing exposure for soft snow conditions.

It’s one of our favorite parts of the ski season with warm, sunny days, weekends filled with music, and events like the Vermont Brewfest, pond skimming and more. So, put off the yard work for a few more weeks and enjoy the soft, carvable snow surface on top of a deep base, the sun in your face and an Adirondack chair at the Roaring Brook Umbrella Bars!