The 7 Assault
Though the accomplishment of completing the three-canyon tour was something to be remembered--even treasured--most of the team dreamed of skiing the seven resorts in a more leisurely, comprehensive 14-day tour instead of the hurried one. Which is simply a reflection of how good each of these areas is. What was truly demonstrated by the seven-in-a-day safari was precisely how accessible the Salt Lake area resorts are. There is simply no other area in North America with so much good skiing within reach of a major metropolitan area. Evidence in hand: this past year has seen the area attract a deluge of professional athletes, photographers, and writers--not to mention a sizeable percentage of the POWDER staff.
When you're ready to get over your fear of the Beehive State and sample the real Utah scene, head to www.skiutah.com. -J.R.
7-in-a-Day Stats:
Snowbird - 6,130'...Aerial Tram(2)
Alta - 2,350'...Wildcat(1) & Germania(1)
Brighton - 1,740'...Great Western(1)
Solitude - 4,100'...Eagle Express(3)
The Canyons - 1,660'...Flight of The Canyons Gondola(1) & Lookout(1)
Park City Mountain Resort - 1,310'...Payday(1)
Deer Valley - 3,190'...Carpenter Express(1),Wasatch Express(1) &
Homestake(1)
Total vertical = 20,480'
Total lift rides = 13