Mountain Review
Nestled in the foothills of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Arapahoe Basin is an unforgettable ski experience. Located just 45 minutes from Denver International Airport, one hour from Boulder, and just 90 minutes from the world-class resorts of Vail & Beaver Creek, this 4200-acre mountain provides unmatched terrain at approachable prices. Enjoy deep snow, uncrowded lines, free parking, easy access to the slopes, delicious food and amazing bloody marys.
Terrain
The East Wall is one of the most iconic features at A-Basin. To hike the East Wall is to experience one of The Legend’s biggest adventures. With just two, short lift rides, you can access the East Wall chutes, then use multiple hiking routes to spend an entire day exploring this terrain. Scramble over loose rock to reach terrain that takes true grit to discover.
Resort
The Legend. A skier’s mountain in Colorado that is known around the world for being one of the best ski resorts in North America. Small lift lines and ease-of-access to 1340 skiable acres with 52 named trails available for all abilities. A-Basin offers the family-friendly feeling of a small town with none of the hassles, making it a great choice for beginners and expert skiers & families alike.
Locals
There’s nothing quite like sipping a Bloody Mary at the 6th Alley Bar & Grill after a long day of shreddin’. The A-Basin ski area’s signature cocktail pairs perfectly with each menu item, including the homemade bacon served on The Perch, an outdoor deck spanning the frontside bowls. Savor in one of the views over the entire ski area.
SKI REVIEWS
Armada
Armada skis combine a refreshingly real approach to product design with a youthful attitude and a sport-inspired passion for skiing. Their variety of performance skis mixes comfort, style, and functional design for a truly rewarding skiing experience.
Atomic
Atomic is a premier ski brand that blends soul and performance to create skis that are true to the sport. Atomic remains one of the top ski brands in the world. They also make a line of recreational carving skis, all-mountain boards, and skis designed for groomers.
Black Crows
The Black Crows all-mountain skis are designed to rule the entire ski field with its lightweight design, extra width, and classic camber construction.
Black Diamond
These skis are the best of both worlds in performance—a lively enthusiastic lightweight up, with a stable strong predictable descent. They're agile and playful at slower speeds, but stable and smooth when you get moving fast.
Blizzard
Blizzard skis were designed for exhilarating runs down snow-packed mountainsides. The wide choice of models and sizes means you can find something to suit both beginners and experts alike. Choose from top sellers, as well as specialized Blizzard skis designed for specific styles of skiing.
DPS
DPS is all about the complete ski experience. These skis are made for charging through fresh snow in search of new terrain, but can also float in deep powder with ease. With a complete line of men's and women's models DPS delivers more fun on the mountain for skiers who want it all.
Fischer
Fischer Skis builds high-performing skis for every kind of skiing. For rippers, they offer high-end alpine skis, built to charge the mountain at full speed. Want to take to the snow in another way? Check out Fischer's other model for fast and smooth gliding front side trails.
Faction
Faction is a mid-winter backcountry ski that defines the progression level. Its lightweight and stiff flex makes it a go-to ski for backcountry missions and lift-served days. Faction brings a solid combination of traditional camber and rockered tips to create one of the most versatile line of skis we reviewed.
Line
With a passion for performance and design, LINE skis are balanced between the thrill of action sports and the tradition of the mountain. Whether you're navigating backcountry powder or carving turns through fresh corduroy, LINE's product line has something to meet your needs
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