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Editor’s Note: This feature is presented by our partners at Ikon Pass.
As they say, it’s been a hot one. Baked, sweltering, and waiting – that’s how many in this mountain-minded community have felt. As we worked through the summer heat, we also anxiously awaited that crisp chill, a cozy sweater, and the first snowfall to appear. Because then, with an Ikon Pass in hand, The Good Stuff is just moments away. By plane, train, or adventure rig, this mountain community has had its sights set on winter. With some destinations opening in October, The Good Stuff is on its way and winter is practically here.
50-PLUS DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE
With 179,197 skiable acres spread across more than 50 destinations worldwide that includes 10 countries, almost as many languages, and endless ways to play, now is the moment to pull out the map, pick up your pass, and start planning for The Good Stuff you’ll score while exploring bucket list destinations. Places like Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley in France, Lotte Aria Resort in Japan, Panorama in British Columbia, Alyeska in Alaska, and many, many more.
Of course, the stoke stays high as you bounce across multiple North American mountains in snow-laced landscapes like California, Colorado, Utah, and beyond. Just think of all the fun you’ll find while surfing through legendary icons like Mammoth Mountain, Palisades, Aspen Snowmass, Winter Park, Steamboat and Deer Valley to name a few. With this line up, The Good Stuff lives everywhere you want to be.
Pro-tip: as holidays always seem to be on the horizon, pack your calendar now, plan your travels, and let fun be your guide this winter. Prices are going up soon. The last day to save on the 2023-2024 season is October 12.
THE GOOD STUFF GETS BETTER
More terrain to ride, more views to see, more ways to move, and more comfort to be found – that’s just a touch of what pass holders can look forward to throughout the 2023-2024 season. Spanning coast-to-coast, boots on the ground have been hard at work with a ranging collection of new lifts, improved systems, and building updates that are set to deliver more of The Good Stuff this winter.
STEAMBOAT
The 2023-2024 season will be the culmination of the most extensive destination redevelopment ever seen. This three-year, $220-plus million-dollar project will close by adding 655 acres of expert terrain. This expanded footprint places Steamboat as the second largest ski resort in Colorado. To supplement this new terrain, Steamboat will open the upper section of Wild Blue Gondola, the fastest and longest 10-person gondola in North America.
Steamboat is set to be stacked with Good Stuff this winter, including the longest and fastest 10-person gondola in North America. Photo: Ikon Pass
MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN
New and ready for you, Mammoth is opening a new, state-of-the-art six-pack lift at the base of Canyon Lodge. Providing up to 25 percent more uphill capacity, this lift also features enclosed top and bottom terminals, ensuring on-time openings on bluebird powder days.
COPPER MOUNTAIN
Ring in the 2023-2024 season by dropping into Aerie, Copper Mountain’s new mid-mountain dining lodge and its biggest investment in over a decade. On the ground, ease into your days with updated parking and transportation systems.
BIG SKY
At Big Sky, the replacement of the Lone Peak Tram has been long-awaited after its 25 years of operation. The new, larger, faster, quieter, and more comfortable Tram will reimagine the Lone Peak experience, increasing access to the terrain for more skiers and riders and unlocking the transformative views for scenic riders.
From east to west, north to south, through Europe and beyond, the 2023-2024 season is one filled with big improvements and bigger stoke. With significant increases in snowmaking, several terrain expansions, new lodges, strategies to improve the destination experience, and updates to lift access at destinations around the world, be sure to keep an eye on your favorite resorts for what’s new. There’s a whole lot of Good Stuff to look forward to.
REALITY CHECK
Winter, spring, and summer sends, long days with friends, and every turn well with the spend – that’s The Good Stuff. Photo: Ikon Pass
Yup. There’s a metric ton of Good Stuff to come. And, if the 2023-2024 season is anything close to last year, you’re gonna want to have this pass in hand. For example, while many of us were sweating it out in summer’s sauna, a lucky number of the Ikon Pass community rode into August at Mammoth Mountain. That’s a bonkers, record-breaking season of 274 days of pure, white gold. Doing the math, those lucky dogs and dogettes were riding for mere cents per day.
And Mammoth wasn’t the only late-season ticket. Palisades Tahoe, Arapaho Basin, Winter Park, and several Utah mountains all pushed the fun well into the season of sun. So, be sure to have your pass in hand when the mornings get crisp, the snow starts dumping, and your friends and family have packed their bags for adventure.
PASS OPTIONS FOR ALL
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With pass options for every skier and rider in your crew, this winter will be packed with so much fun that it needs to be shared with everyone.
IKON SESSION PASS
Starting at only $279 Adult, the Ikon Pass Session 2-Day, 3-Day, and 4-Day Pass options offer a range of affordable entry points for all types of riders who are able to plan around blackout windows at many of the 50-plus Ikon Pass mountains.
IKON BASE PASS
For those that want to ride further, longer, and across more destinations, the Ikon Base Pass opens the door to an entire season of fun, with limited black out days across most of the 50-plus mountains.
IKON PASS
Of course, only the Ikon Pass provides the most access and most mountains with no blackout dates. That’s every bit of Good Stuff possible.
Family skiing at Sunpeaks. Photo: Ikon Pass
NO HASSLE, ALL STOKE
As always, buy with confidence and know that you’re covered. If a 23/24 Ikon Pass holder decides not to use their pass after purchase, they can elect to defer their pass by December 14th to receive a full credit to be used towards the purchase of a 24/25 Ikon Pass.
EXCLUSIVE PASS HOLDER BENEFITS
It pays to play. Every Ikon Pass unlocks exclusive on-mountain discounts and access to sought-after experiences and offers.
25 PERCENT OFF FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY
Adventure better together with up to 10 lift tickets at 25 percent off the window rate, at participating destinations.
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15 PERCENT OFF FOOD, BEVERAGE & RETAIL
From goggles to jackets, breakfast to aprés, get the goods that take you further.
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Unlock untouched powder and crispy corduroy with free Ikon Pass First Tracks, once per month (January – March) at select destinations on designated days. Grab early morning laps before the lifts open to the public.
Todd Ligare skiing at Deer Valley, UT. Photo: Ikon Pass
Ikon Pass Travel is your one-stop-shop for adventure. Browse and compare airfare, hotels, and activities across Ikon Pass destinations to customize your perfect mountain getaway.
Alex Andrews, Snowbird Utah. Photo: Adam Clark
As a pass holder and a member of a diverse, mountain minded community, you receive media subscriptions, exclusive offers on outdoor gear, invitations to special stoke events, access to select app functions, discounts on lodging, and other services.
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IT’S ALL GOOD
Cruising coast to coast and beyond – family runs and road trip fun – park days and more ways to play – summit scenes and après dreams – that’s The Good Stuff.
From only $279 Adult and $0 down, unlock 50-plus destinations worldwide now. This is your last chance to claim the best prices of fall. Save up to $70 when you buy your Ikon Pass by October 12.
