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Red Mountain installed the Topping Creak lift near the bottom that has some nice blue runs. If snow is good, your wife will likely enjoy them. They are longer than they appear on the map and powder may last for days on them.

For me any skiing is better than not skiing. Therefore, if it was me, I would still go. Since you are driving, you can easily change your itinerary as needed.

The snowpack was not particularly deep, however that was not the limiting factor for the conditions. Apparently winds the week before were up to 100 km/h. That turned the high alpine off piste into a rutted up hard surface. If it hadnt been for that windstorm, off piste options would have...

I am on the plane and heading back to Canada. My first trip to the Alps was fun, but a little disappointing with regards to conditions. I think Zermatt had similar conditions to what everyone experienced in other locations. On the plus side: Amazing lift network with Trams, Gondola's...

The guide company shares your concerns regarding snow conditions. I also agree the Gotamas are a decent off piste ski. I bought them as my Mt Tremblant all mountain skis to handle the bumps and eastern glades. However they can also hold an edge on eastern ice. I am going to take your...

My dilemma is far too much of a first world problem. Never having skied in Europe anywhere, I am not sure what kind of terrain, I will find myself skiing in Zermatt. Trail map looks mostly like groomers with only a handful of ski routes. I have one day of booked guided freeride, but the...

Next time we should coordinate as it looks like we will all be scattered around different areas.

I will be skiing Zermatt next week. I am interested in recommendations on which skis to bring. I have a whole selection in my basement. However realistically, I have to pick 2. I will be doing a freeride tour one day, therefore I am bring my Rossi Senders that are my powder/off piste...

There is a very interesting documentary “Buried” on Netflix regarding the tragic 1982 Avalanche at Alpine Meadow's. It was an enormous slide that buried the lodge , parking lot and access road. Apparently the entire alpine meadows terrain is all avalanche paths.

Likely or there may be other reasons they have canceled such as illness, injury, etc.

That means it’s also a trip over the Christmas holiday. Only a limited group of people can pick that up last minute.

Its been a while since I have been in Utah, however most North American resorts have cafeteria style dining. I will occasionally bring my own lunch and see others doing the same. It is unlikely that you will have any pushback.

Mustang started charging $350 per night now for room and board +$1650 per day for the skiing. Room and board was previously part of the daily rate. Small groups/steep chutes is now a total of $6400 for 3 days/nights. (Taxes all in). This was an increase of $200 more per day, before tax...

Prices for cat skiing have ballooned in the last 2 years and are far outpacing income. That combined with other increases in cost of living could be having an impact on this kind of discretionary spending. Mustang small group steep chutes is up to $2000/day.

I appreciate the suggestions I have received. Thanks. Another question. We are taking the train from Zurich to Zermatt. I am planning to take my skis, however some have reported this to be a significant hassle on the trains. I have a nice rolling ski bag and usually combine the...

However, are multiday total closures typical or is that something very rare?

I will be skiing in Europe for the first time at the end of January this year. Our plan is to got to Zermatt. I am finding many different considerations in the Alp that I never encounter in NA. A friend of mine mentioned previously being at Zermatt and having all lifts closed for 3 out of...

I will be skiing at Zermatt at the end of January on my Ikon pass. It looks like mountain rescue is on ones own dime in Switzerland. When reading it appears insurance is generally sold with day tickets for this reason, however Ikon doesnt have this. The sell “Spot” insurance, however must...

Keep in mind, Mustang is sold out for this year. These seats have already been paid for at full price. They are likely reselling for someone who has already paid in full. The first buyer is the one taking the loss.