Aspen Mountain / Ajax
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DebbieBG
Sunny Isles Beach, FL346 bidrag
des. 2023 • Familie
Great ski mountain, not easy way down. Experts only, I don’t recommend for newbies or small kids.
Not many stops for eating or bathroom. Excellent long runs
Not many stops for eating or bathroom. Excellent long runs
Skrevet 19. desember 2023
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Bobbie S
Decatur, AL129 bidrag
nov. 2023 • Par
The truffle fries are the BEST!!!! Sitting outside watching the skiers fly down Aspen Mtn with a crisp glass of wine it perfect!!!!
Skrevet 27. november 2023
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AndairaRev
Barcelona, Spania206 bidrag
mar. 2023 • Familie
Es la segunda Vez que esquia os aquí y la verdad es que es espectacular. Mucha variedad de pistas para diferentes estilos de Ski, las vistas espectaculares y la zona comercial après Ski lo tiene todo
Skrevet 8. april 2023
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Bob E
Los Angeles, CA21 bidrag
mar. 2023
Aspen Mountain or “Ajax” as it used to be known is the closest ski area to the city of Aspen, quite literally at the town’s southern edge. It was the first developed area of the resort’s four ski hills and offers a unique winter sports experience.
At a mere 675 acres, this is not a big-mountain ski area, nor an easy one. It is long and narrow in shape, essentially two canyons side by side flanked by two parallel ridges. A series of very difficult black and double black runs descend from the ridges into the canyons. At the bottom, narrow, steep runs snake their way down to the bottom of the resort.
The area’s top third, roughly, above Bell Mountain is comprised of blue and black tree glade runs which vary in difficulty. However, even the blue runs tend to have technical features (ungroomed, hairpin turns, sudden steep drops, etc.) that make this overall a more challenging area than the norm. For this reason, Ajax is recommended for high intermediate to advanced skiers.
I noticed two types of riders in evidence: 1) very good skiers who took on the slopes with aplomb, and 2) ski-fashion models who didn’t seem to ski at all but enjoyed riding the gondola up and hanging at the sundeck bar (or private Aspen-X ‘beach’ club) dressed in gold lamé and Chewbacca fur. Both seemed to be having a great time.
I enjoyed it too, but as a high-intermediate skier myself, I definitely felt challenged: some of the blues here would be blacks anywhere else. I stink at reading trail maps, so the fear of a wrong turn and a double-black death plunge loomed. Also, due to the layout, if you don’t want to ride all the way to the bottom, you end up lapping the same one or two chairs (Ajax Express of the old Gent’s Ridge two-seater).
For lovers of this sort of technical canyon and glade skiing this is a great area. However, most locals tend to treat it as a place to catch a few turns when they don’t have time to head for Highlands or Snowmass. I gave it a morning and then headed for Snowmass myself.
All that aside, the scenery from the gondola is absolutely extraordinary and well worth a download ride to watch the city come into view. Would definitely do it again, but preferably with a local or someone who knew the trails.
At a mere 675 acres, this is not a big-mountain ski area, nor an easy one. It is long and narrow in shape, essentially two canyons side by side flanked by two parallel ridges. A series of very difficult black and double black runs descend from the ridges into the canyons. At the bottom, narrow, steep runs snake their way down to the bottom of the resort.
The area’s top third, roughly, above Bell Mountain is comprised of blue and black tree glade runs which vary in difficulty. However, even the blue runs tend to have technical features (ungroomed, hairpin turns, sudden steep drops, etc.) that make this overall a more challenging area than the norm. For this reason, Ajax is recommended for high intermediate to advanced skiers.
I noticed two types of riders in evidence: 1) very good skiers who took on the slopes with aplomb, and 2) ski-fashion models who didn’t seem to ski at all but enjoyed riding the gondola up and hanging at the sundeck bar (or private Aspen-X ‘beach’ club) dressed in gold lamé and Chewbacca fur. Both seemed to be having a great time.
I enjoyed it too, but as a high-intermediate skier myself, I definitely felt challenged: some of the blues here would be blacks anywhere else. I stink at reading trail maps, so the fear of a wrong turn and a double-black death plunge loomed. Also, due to the layout, if you don’t want to ride all the way to the bottom, you end up lapping the same one or two chairs (Ajax Express of the old Gent’s Ridge two-seater).
For lovers of this sort of technical canyon and glade skiing this is a great area. However, most locals tend to treat it as a place to catch a few turns when they don’t have time to head for Highlands or Snowmass. I gave it a morning and then headed for Snowmass myself.
All that aside, the scenery from the gondola is absolutely extraordinary and well worth a download ride to watch the city come into view. Would definitely do it again, but preferably with a local or someone who knew the trails.
Skrevet 14. mars 2023
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Danielle
Connecticut2 bidrag
feb. 2023 • Familie
We had a great day skiing Ajax. We parked at the rio grande garage and had a very quick shuttle ride to the gondi. The shuttle states that it only runs every 10 minutes and the garage only takes credit cards. There were limited spots in the garage and at 9 am we grabbed the last, very narrow spot. There were lockers right at the base and we even used free cubbies for our boot bags.
There is absolutely no beginner terrain and most of the blues were steep but well groomed. We banked a lot of vert, but the runs were a little repetitive since most of the lifts are more for laps. The ride all the way to the bottom is long and fun, but then the gondi ride back up is also rather long.
My kids did the dumps, which they claimed were a little hard to follow and very aggressive. They were rewarded with some hidden shrines that were pretty cool.
We had lunch at the top (sky deck i believe). The food was good and there’s a nice fireplace.
We grabbed a snack later at Bonnie’s. It was ok, the cookies were very good and the deck was nice and sunny.
There is absolutely no beginner terrain and most of the blues were steep but well groomed. We banked a lot of vert, but the runs were a little repetitive since most of the lifts are more for laps. The ride all the way to the bottom is long and fun, but then the gondi ride back up is also rather long.
My kids did the dumps, which they claimed were a little hard to follow and very aggressive. They were rewarded with some hidden shrines that were pretty cool.
We had lunch at the top (sky deck i believe). The food was good and there’s a nice fireplace.
We grabbed a snack later at Bonnie’s. It was ok, the cookies were very good and the deck was nice and sunny.
Skrevet 17. februar 2023
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bikingmom
Cleveland, OH745 bidrag
feb. 2022 • Par
We enjoyed are day here, but it was not our favorite of the 4 mountains. We enjoyed skiing off the gondola, but after a few runs it felt like we had done everything we could do. The lodge at the gondola was very pretty with beautiful views and great service. Our main complaints was the skiing to the base at the end of the day, even on a weekday it was extremely busy and icy, not a fun way to end my day.
Skrevet 12. februar 2022
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Tony O
Stafford, TX72 bidrag
nov. 2021 • Familie
We went to Aspen with our 5 yr old daughter. She want to see snow and play in the snow. Luckily it was snowing in Aspen eventhough the near by places are not snowing. Our daughter spent quality time in the snow at Aspen.
Skrevet 28. november 2021
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Allison1013
New Orleans, LA163 bidrag
mar. 2021 • Familie
We came in for lunch once we got off the plane & had champagne, truffle fries and burgers! It was the perfect toast to an amazing stay! The menu was very accommodating to all diets!
We also had the French onion soup and burrata salad! Yum!!
The staff was quick and accommodating to any request.
We sat outside where the skiers came off the mountain so it was great people watching. It was also dog friendly which was so nice to see also!
We where hoping our flight was going to be canceled so we could attend the dinner and movie night- truffled popcorn was served!!!
Can’t wait to return and enjoy more great food & people watching!
We also had the French onion soup and burrata salad! Yum!!
The staff was quick and accommodating to any request.
We sat outside where the skiers came off the mountain so it was great people watching. It was also dog friendly which was so nice to see also!
We where hoping our flight was going to be canceled so we could attend the dinner and movie night- truffled popcorn was served!!!
Can’t wait to return and enjoy more great food & people watching!
Skrevet 17. mars 2021
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Richard E
Portsmouth, NH257 bidrag
feb. 2021 • Alene
8:45 am at the gondola and the 10 minute ride to the top is where you will meet ski bums and titans of industry. Ajax is a spectacular place to ski and has every amenity you can want. Its steep and deep and can challenge even the pro skiers that are scattered about or the groomers for the rest. No better spot to be at 3-5pm than the base and chair 9
Skrevet 25. februar 2021
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Alan H
San Diego, CA159 bidrag
des. 2020 • Familie
I went here with my 23 year old son and 22 year old daughter.
We are good skiers, but not experts. The runs here were nice and steep and long! This mountain is definitely geared towards more advanced skiers. The mountain isn't as big as Snowmass, but it was definitely big enough to spend a whole day here while covering most of the trails.
It was really cold the day that we skied, 10 degrees at the bottom and -5 degrees at the summit.
We were well layered and it was a fun day.
We are good skiers, but not experts. The runs here were nice and steep and long! This mountain is definitely geared towards more advanced skiers. The mountain isn't as big as Snowmass, but it was definitely big enough to spend a whole day here while covering most of the trails.
It was really cold the day that we skied, 10 degrees at the bottom and -5 degrees at the summit.
We were well layered and it was a fun day.
Skrevet 25. desember 2020
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If you can only go to one, which would you go to? Snowmass or Aspen Gondola?
Skrevet 15. juli 2020
Snowmass for sure. You have both gondolas and chair lifts and a ton of activities!
Skrevet 16. juli 2020
We are visiting in September and I see that the gondola is only open on weekends then. Are there any activities available on Ajax in September during the weekdays? Can you get up the mountain by car?
Skrevet 10. juli 2019
In September the gondola is open on weekends (Friday-Sun). Mid-week the only way to enjoy Ajax is by hiking it - I would suggest the Ute Trail or Little Cloud. Otherwise all the action and activities are in town. Enjoy your upcoming visit!
Skrevet 13. august 2019
Unless you are seriously fit and have an hour or more to spare, I wouldn't hike up the mountain. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the top while riding the lift so walking it is not achievable for most, I think.
I can't remember the cost but once you're at the top, there's a casual but fun restaurant with amazing rides and the best snow-shoeing experience (but you need to buy your tickets for this before you get to the top).
Skrevet 19. februar 2018
How hard are the blue runs on Ajax? I am working on being totally confortable on blues and skiing parallel with good form. I am worried the blues might be too hard for me at Ajax? Super narrow and steep would be intimidating for me. Any Input? Thanks.
Skrevet 23. november 2017
Hi Karen, I don’t ski - my other half is the skier.
Your best bet is to Phone a local ski shop, ask for a local who skis and have a discussion with them.
Just about everyone, in most shops are Aussies who live and work there just so they can ski there too.
Good luck - from another Aussie 🇦🇺🇦🇺😉
Skrevet 24. november 2017
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