Sunday River and Sugarloaf Announce Maine Pass

[MadPadraic]

Did somebody say Snowmonster?

Yeah, decided to make Sunday River my home mountain next season. The drive from Boston to either Killington or Sunday River is just about the same (3 to 3.5 hours). Killington was my go-to mountain early in the season. Then we tried out Sunday River sometime in January. Li'l Snowmonster liked the place and it was a struggle to get her to Killington after that. I think the crowding on certain trails and the occasional run-ins with folks skiing/boarding out of control took its toll on her. Personally, I was impressed by the vastness of Sunday River and how you could basically ski alone on Aurora even when South Ridge was packed. Of course, meeting up with kindred spirits up there was definitely key (raise a glass to BobR, Thaller and the meet-and-greeters). There's a New England-y vibe to the place that I found comforting.

I actually like the drive to K better. There's a diner in Queechee that I love going to on the way up. Good food, great friendly service. Had a real rapport going with the waitstaff who treated me like an old friend. I'm going to miss that place. Anyway, I'll probably visit Killington/Pico at least once next season -- perhaps to ski with Andyzee, trailboss and the Vermont/NY/NJ AZ'ers. I would like to see how those places do under the new owners.

I can see how getting to Maine will be tough for folks from NJ and NYC. You're basically looking at a 4.5 to 5 hour trip one way. That's not a day trip. That's a commitment!

So, for me next season, it's goodbye Access Road and goombays. Hello barbecues in the parking lot and Barbecue Bob's pulled pork and hot links!

I have to say, Mr. Monster, that I'm also coming to find Sunday River very very tempting. Its funny, but I considered the almost identical prices to Loon et. all too muc, but for SR/SL (neither of which I have ever been to) it seems like a good idea. Hmm.

 

[SIKSKIER]

Wow - I was sure someone here would have said something about the Silver blackout dates. (sorry SR, it is a sore spot with everyone I have talked with)
What do you all think about not being able to ski 5 saturdays in a row.????

I probably won't get the Maine pass for just that reason.My ASC pass was on top of my Cannon pass and being a mainly weekend skier and with the price increase and successive Saturdays blacked out,I don't think I'll bite.

 

[skircher]

Just for clarification, Boyne doesn't assume control until closing which is still scheduled for the week of July 31st.

SK

 

[bigbog]

yeah...I really am trying to add the $$$ up....

I do hear ya' ga2ski!...
Am starting to do the math........

 

[Vortex]

Welcome SK. If that is your picture you look like your the age of most of us that make the SR meet and Greet events. Thankx for participating with the on line communities. A fair portion of us are face to face friends as well. Don't be afraid to pop on a pair of boards and join us for a run.

 

[snowmonster]

I have to say, Mr. Monster, that I'm also coming to find Sunday River very very tempting. Its funny, but I considered the almost identical prices to Loon et. all too muc, but for SR/SL (neither of which I have ever been to) it seems like a good idea. Hmm.

It would be great to see you and Mrs. MadPadraic in Sunday River next season. When are we downing another beer in the Back Bay?

 

[jerryg]

It would be great to see you and Mrs. MadPadraic in Sunday River next season. When are we downing another beer in the Back Bay?

...Running away from the "parking Nazi!" :beer:

I second the welcome of SK. I knew Bobr would put the good word in. We SR folk a excited to usher in the Boyne era.



Snowmonster will be the one in the shirt and tie!

 

[Vortex]

Yes I'm a SR supporter Jerry G. I was under ASC. with Boyne backing..... I'm very excited. They are listening to us, before they have even closed the sale. Mountian biking will be coming on line very soon after the sale. Something positive right off.

They are also working with current emploees. The River is and has been known for its staff and it ability to make the experieince as good as possible. Don't fix what isn't broken. The facial hair policy out the door ,why casue they get it change happens.

Peaks has done a nice job. Boyne has done a fantastic job.

Just my bias opinion. I also came in with an open mind,its fairly closed know.

snowmonster dressing for the occasion.

 

[thaller1]

Just for clarification, Boyne doesn't assume control until closing which is still scheduled for the week of July 31st.

SK

Welcome to AZ SK!
T

 

[thaller1]

Welcome SK. If that is your picture you look like your the age of most of us that make the SR meet and Greet events. Thankx for participating with the on line communities. A fair portion of us are face to face friends as well. Don't be afraid to pop on a pair of boards and join us for a run.

You can also see SK on Warren Miller's Cold Fusion.. a segment about Mardi Gras Weekend I believe.. almost resembles Parrot Head Weekend at the River!

 

[snowmonster]

...Snowmonster will be the one in the shirt and tie!

I told the lifties that I was getting married that day and that I decided to sneak in a few runs before the ceremony! =) Oh, well, Closing Weekend is a formal occasion so I decided to dress the part.

jerryg, when are you coming down to Boston? Maybe you can tie up your boat in Boston Harbor so we can catch a Sox game.

 

[Vortex]

Which day was that snow monster? Friday, Sat or Sunday. FWIW my son still asks about you.

 

[thaller1]

I told the lifties that I was getting married that day and that I decided to sneak in a few runs before the ceremony! =) Oh, well, Closing Weekend is a formal occasion so I decided to dress the part.

jerryg, when are you coming down to Boston? Maybe you can tie up your boat in Boston Harbor so we can catch a Sox game.

Volklboarder, Skilab, W & I are looking at taking the train down to B-town Saturday August 11th.. I believe it gets in around 11am ish... do I see the Aquarium in my future???

T

 

[snowmonster]

Which day was that snow monster? Friday, Sat or Sunday. FWIW my son still asks about you.

Hey BobR! I think that was Saturday, April 28. I caught a few runs with you, jerryg, snoseek and ConnR. After you left, jerryg and I decided to do some "backcountry" skiing.

Give my regards too to ConnR. Great guy! I'm looking forward to seeing him ride this winter. Maybe he can teach me a few tricks. Regards to the rest of the family too.

 

[snowmonster]

Volklboarder, Skilab, W & I are looking at taking the train down to B-town Saturday August 11th.. I believe it gets in around 11am ish... do I see the Aquarium in my future???

T

Thaller1, li'l snowmonster was just asking me about your trip. I'm keeping that day free to meet up with you folks. Should be fun. Let me know the details.

Aquarium should be a treat.

 

[Vortex]

Hey BobR! I think that was Saturday, April 28. I caught a few runs with you, jerryg, snoseek and ConnR. After you left, jerryg and I decided to do some "backcountry" skiing.

Give my regards too to ConnR. Great guy! I'm looking forward to seeing him ride this winter. Maybe he can teach me a few tricks. Regards to the rest of the family too.

I will give my son your best. Thankx
. I thought is had the Sat cloudy look. Jerry did the video that day.

 

[snowmonster]

BobR, that's right. Jerry made his videos then.

 

[ga2ski]

You can also see SK on Warren Miller's Cold Fusion.. a segment about Mardi Gras Weekend I believe.. almost resembles Parrot Head Weekend at the River!

I bet their pond didn't pop. Who was that guy that wnet first and poped it anyway?????

 

[eastcoastpowderhound]

I bet their pond didn't pop. Who was that guy that wnet first and poped it anyway?????

That happened to me at SR about 6 years ago...all ready to go.. fat skis on, life jacket, lei, rubber ducky, trusty gopher sidekick from Caddyshack on my shoulder, etc...the guy 3 people in front of me pops the liner and all the water is gone in a heartbeat...you'd think they'd figure out a way to prevent that by now! Its the last/only time I entered...couldn't bear the let down again. Hopefully that'll be one of Boyne's improvements...but not too high up on the list!

 

[thebigo]

Just for clarification, Boyne doesn't assume control until closing which is still scheduled for the week of July 31st.

SK

sorry to bump up a non highway star thread but did i miss something or are we still waiting on the closing?