Ski Trip - Breckenridge

[kenyanfeline]

Attention patrons of the Platinum Board:

Mrs. Kenyanfeline and I have an anniversary coming up in March. She said she wants to go skiing/snowboarding for a long weekend in Breckenridge. I’ve never been there but she has a long time ago.

Anyways, I have no idea where to start, what I will need, and how much money I should plan on shelling out. Obviously the cheaper the better without being trashy.

Here is where I’m at so far:
-Stay 2 nights
-Ski/Snowboard 1 day

Here is what I need to know:

-Where should we stay? Perks of a lodge versus a hotel? Specific lodges/hotels? Best bang for the buck? I looked at the “Ski Breckenridge” website and the options were limited and pricy. Are there other places to stay not affiliated with “Ski Breckenridge” that I’m just not seeing?

-Should I rent the gear or buy? Not sure how much I would ever use it over the next several years if I bought it.

-What additional gear do I need that I can’t rent? Goggles?

-What can I expect the $damage$ to be?

-Should I take out some additional money in life insurance in case I die?

-What brewery should I get hammered at?

-What is the “can’t miss” dining establishment in the area?

-Are there other resorts within 7-9 hours of Lincoln that I should be looking at instead?

TIA.

 

[Fitzjess21]

Go during the weekdays. Much cheaper, less lines.

Rent your gear...unless you want to drop over 1k just for boots and skis. Thats if you don't go more than once a year.

Buy some reasonable goggles on Amazon.

Lift tickets are pricey. Pry 120 bucks a day per person.

I also know you have to reserve days at the resort now. For covid reasons.

Good luck. I love to ski but will pry skip this year.

 

[kenyanfeline]

Go during the weekdays. Much cheaper, less lines.

Rent your gear...unless you want to drop over 1k just for boots and skis. Thats if you don't go more than once a year.

Buy some reasonable goggles on Amazon.

Lift tickets are pricey. Pry 120 bucks a day per person.

I also know you have to reserve days at the resort now. For covid reasons.

Good luck. I love to ski but will pry skip this year.

I wish I could make a weekday work but can’t with work.

By reserving days at the resort, you mean in addition to lodging and a lift pass?

 

[BIGSTICK67]

I wish I could make a weekday work but can’t with work.

By reserving days at the resort, you mean in addition to lodging and a lift pass?

I would take a lot of what @Fitzjess21 said and apply it. Although my sons and wife have always preferred Copper Mountain because it's not as busy. Additionally, if you're looking for a place with character, try staying in Frisco because your wife will love getting taken to pound town due to the romantic, rustic feel.

I'd rent vs. buy as this seems like a one time deal. I'd also consider staying a 3rd night. Why? Just when you start having fun, you'll have to head home. One day on the slopes is better than none, but two are better than one.

One other recommendation -- Ollie's Pub and Grub has the best wings and intimate bar atmosphere in the area IMO. There's a location in Frisco and Breckenridge, and it's always fun and doesn't seem to get super full; especially the location in Frisco. One other recommendation is "The Mint" steakhouse in Silverthorne where you grill your own steaks.

Have fun.....I'm jealous.

 

[Fitzjess21]

I would take a lot of what @Fitzjess21 said and apply it. Although my sons and wife have always preferred Copper Mountain because it's not as busy. Additionally, if you're looking for a place with character, try staying in Frisco because your wife will love getting taken to pound town due to the romantic, rustic feel.

I'd rent vs. buy as this seems like a one time deal. I'd also consider staying a 3rd night. Why? Just when you start having fun, you'll have to head home. One day on the slopes is better than none, but two are better than one.

One other recommendation -- Ollie's Pub and Grub has the best wings and intimate bar atmosphere in the area IMO. There's a location in Frisco and Breckenridge, and it's always fun and doesn't seem to get super full; especially the location in Frisco. One other recommendation is "The Mint" steakhouse in Silverthorne where you grill your own steaks.

Have fun.....I'm jealous.

I second The Mint. I was totally against it the first time I went, but it was freaking awesome. Also gotta visit The Goat in Keystone.....

 

[Fitzjess21]

I wish I could make a weekday work but can’t with work.

By reserving days at the resort, you mean in addition to lodging and a lift pass?

Yes. Due to covid you have to reserve days on the mountain. Just showing up with a lift ticket won't get you on the lift.

If your goimg on the weekend be ready to wait in lift lines. Covid has made it worse. They keep the chairs to same party seating now. So lots of unused space on the lifts.

 

[ThomOsborneMD]

I would take a lot of what @Fitzjess21 said and apply it. Although my sons and wife have always preferred Copper Mountain because it's not as busy. Additionally, if you're looking for a place with character, try staying in Frisco because your wife will love getting taken to pound town due to the romantic, rustic feel.

I'd rent vs. buy as this seems like a one time deal. I'd also consider staying a 3rd night. Why? Just when you start having fun, you'll have to head home. One day on the slopes is better than none, but two are better than one.

One other recommendation -- Ollie's Pub and Grub has the best wings and intimate bar atmosphere in the area IMO. There's a location in Frisco and Breckenridge, and it's always fun and doesn't seem to get super full; especially the location in Frisco. One other recommendation is "The Mint" steakhouse in Silverthorne where you grill your own steaks.

Have fun.....I'm jealous.

Copper is way too crowded on the weekends. They all are. Covid has helped.

 

[kenyanfeline]

Yes. Due to covid you have to reserve days on the mountain. Just showing up with a lift ticket won't get you on the lift.

If your goimg on the weekend be ready to wait in lift lines. Covid has made it worse. They keep the chairs to same party seating now. So lots of unused space on the lifts.

Damn I can’t even find anywhere on the site to reserve days on the mountain. I’ll have to call tomorrow.

 

[Fitzjess21]

Damn I can’t even find anywhere on the site to reserve days on the mountain. I’ll have to call tomorrow.

Good luck! Maybe try going to Loveland, Winter Park or even El Dora. Might be better if your not very experienced.

 

[HuskerGarrett]

Good luck! Maybe try going to Loveland, Winter Park or even El Dora. Might be better if your not very experienced.

Loveland sucks IMO. I agree with everything else you’ve said though

 

[#HBD]

Damn I can’t even find anywhere on the site to reserve days on the mountain. I’ll have to call tomorrow.

It’s all through their site and/or the epic pass site. They’re a vail resort and that’s their process this season. Very simple & you do need to reserve in advance. Unless you’re an epic pass holder, use the link below for Breck.

https://www.breckenridge.com/plan-your-trip/lift-access/tickets.aspx?startDate=02%2F20%2F2021&numberOfDays=1&ageGroup=Adult

Just my opinion, but I wouldn’t go to a Summit County resort this year on a weekend. Go somewhere you don’t get the Denver weekend traffic.

 

[kenyanfeline]

It’s all through their site and/or the epic pass site. They’re a vail resort and that’s their process this season. Very simple & you do need to reserve in advance. Unless you’re an epic pass holder, use the link below for Breck.

https://www.breckenridge.com/plan-your-trip/lift-access/tickets.aspx?startDate=02%2F20%2F2021&numberOfDays=1&ageGroup=Adult

Just my opinion, but I wouldn’t go to a Summit County resort this year on a weekend. Go somewhere you don’t get the Denver weekend traffic.

Thanks. So are you saying I need to reserve lift tickets ahead of time and that is adequate?

I just looked and there are lift tickets available that weekend. If I reserve those in advance I’m good to go?

 

[Fitzjess21]

Thanks. So are you saying I need to reserve lift tickets ahead of time and that is adequate?

I just looked and there are lift tickets available that weekend. If I reserve those in advance I’m good to go?

No. You need both. Lift tickets and a reservation to use the ticket. Its lame as shit.

 

[Fitzjess21]

I couldn't find the info on Brecks but here is Keystone. Its the same process.

500 Error | Keystone Ski Resort

www.keystoneresort.com

 

[#HBD]

Thanks. So are you saying I need to reserve lift tickets ahead of time and that is adequate?

I just looked and there are lift tickets available that weekend. If I reserve those in advance I’m good to go?

Yea, once you confirm you’re going just reserve through their site directly. Easy process. If you’re still a few weeks or more out, they’ll mail them to you.

 

[HuskerGarrett]

Yea, once you confirm you’re going just reserve through their site directly. Easy process. If you’re still a few weeks or more out, they’ll mail them to you.

I changed your name to #HBD so I could stop being confused I hope that’s ok

 

[Daddy]

One recommendation I'd make is to invest in good goggles. Rent everything else. Nothing worse than foggy goggles while you're trying to make your way down a mountain.

 

[Daddy]

Hey Kenya, better idea, want to just borrow my goggles for your trip? I'm in Lincoln, assume you are too.

 

[BIGSTICK67]

Thanks. So are you saying I need to reserve lift tickets ahead of time and that is adequate?

I just looked and there are lift tickets available that weekend. If I reserve those in advance I’m good to go?

Another good idea is not to listen to me because I suggested Frisco.....lol. I wasn't aware you needed to stay on the mountain to purchase/use your lift ticket. No poontang for you staying in a mountain condo vs. Frisco. 😆

The goggle suggestion is a must though.

 

[Daddy]

@kenyanfeline was a serious offer. All I ask for in return is passes to a few practices, sideline passes for a few games, your social security number, $10k cash, a pallet of Coors Light, etc.


Kidding. Let me know if you want to borrow them.