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Alex's avatar

I could also see MC going for Alyeska, Whitewater, Wolf Creek, or Mt. Baker too. Whitewater is the last of the larger BC areas to join a multipass (besides maybe Mt. Washington), Alyeska fits the remote destination vibe of MC, Wolf Creek gives Taos a friend, and Baker fills the more coastal PNW hole in the lineup. It seems like they may just have to give up on the East, or just keep Sugarloaf around for the people who need to take a business trip to Boston and have an extra three days (who those people are, idk).

Great writeup as always!

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Kane S's avatar

Great reporting. MC remains an odd but compelling pass product for the right skier. I think it's a great supplemental pass to a dedicated resort pass and / or a skier in the Vail network. More flagship resorts than Indy or Ski Cooper, less cost or fuss than Ikon. I also think it's strong in SLC among Park City fans who are looking for variety options but don't want to commit to a full Ikon. An oddly large amount of solo Epic pass holders in Utah considering six of the seven good ski areas in the state are Ikon...

Incidentally, there is a stealth change in access tiers this year. Per their announcement email, the 'free third day' is now locked to renewing or returning passholders only. I don't think this really moves the needle for most people considering buying a pass. Possible exception are those who buy it as a no blackout option for Christmas week skiing and are going to a less dense region. Regardless, not a great look when combined with net resort loss and a price increase.

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