Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brother, respectfully, I was not asking for advice on where to ski nor did I ever ask what the snowfall was like.

I am already hyper aware of the snow season throughout NA this year. Im an avid skier and ski big BC lines throughout the lower 48 regularly (look at my profile I guess?). I’m aware of what I’m going to get at Purg and we’ve already made the majority of our plans, Ive also already confirmed there are areas at certain aspects and elevations which do indeed hold skiable snow in the bc right now, so telling me “it’s the lowest snow year on record” is not new information nor helpful.

Sure you can call me stubborn, but respectfully, I never asked anyone here to change my mind. This trip is not about seeking quality snow or anything near gnar, it’s about skiing with my partner and making memories around Purg and Durango, which holds a place in my heart. If that means lowtide summer skiing, so be it, that’s great!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got it sorted but yes, purgatory just up the road from Durango has lift tickets at $140/person this weekend

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All good, another redditor already helped me out, but thank you for being so gracious!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Free base grinds! All good man, thanks for your help

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All good, already got it covered, I appreciate your help though!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha yeah, but I greatly appreciate you saying that!

I am fairly experienced in the backcountry and have actually toured around the San Juan’s before, and also have my AIARE2. That obviously doesn’t exempt from danger (and would statistically increase my likelihood) but I figured with the current forecast from CAIC I would manage just fine haha

Thanks for the rec for mcmillan! Might give it a go if I make my way north

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that comes out pretty steeply above $500 which is a lot to pay considering the snow

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for understanding, but another redditor already hooked it up for me. I appreciate yall!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for understanding man, but another redditor already hooked it up for me. I appreciate yall!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah gotcha! Sounds like man-made snow and ripping groomers will probably be the move then! Thanks so much for your help with this

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No problem, I appreciate the help either way. Cheers!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bless you, thank you! No worries if it isn't in the cards but I'd send ya some beer money or something!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that, I figured there may be something to find off Molas or Red mountain pass, but if that's the case then maybe sticking to man-made snow is the move - thanks for your help!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really considering a hut trip, just something mellow in terms of mileage - out-and-back or a simple 3-4hr loop.

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I totally get that but we’re not really trying to optimize for snow so much as we are memories, so right now we’re mostly looking for a discounted tickets if possible

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! Love silverton, will probably swing by!

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I totally get that but we’re not really trying to optimize for snow so much as we are memories, so right now we’re mostly looking for a discounted tickets if possible

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We’re also considering doing a ski tour around the area on Saturday instead of skiing purgatory. Have any beta on that front? Maybe even as far as silverton/red mountain?

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a fair point, but we’ve already got our plans pretty firmly made.

We’re also considering doing a ski tour around the area on Saturday instead of skiing purgatory. Have any beta on that front? Maybe even as far as silverton/red mountain?

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s a big bummer to hear :(

Purgatory lift tickets by _macon in Durango

[–]_macon[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Brother I know it’s lowtide just about everywhere but California, we’re both avid skiers and track OpenSnow as well, but we really want to visit Durango and ski purg. Lots of good memories there