I got the Ikon Local Pass for 20/21 seeing as this activity is one of the few that are still permitted in Washington State. This year has been a rough one on all people. Getting out and shredding still provides a nice release from the forced isolation of COVID induced mania.
I made my trek to Crystal Mountain to start my season off proper. It was only the 2nd day the resort was opened to uphill travel after getting dumped on for a week straight. It was a glorious Friday and perfect for shredding. I decided the night before to make the trip after seeing that they had opened the mountain for the first day of the season, so decided to get in some morning shredding but still intent to make it back to town for a full afternoon of meetings. I called a tried and true shredder, my boy Wes, to make the pilgrimage which he accepted with no hesitation.
Once we got to the hill we were blessed with blue skys, no wind, and soft dry powder for days. It was definitely my best first day riding ever. This being my 4th full season of riding, doesn’t say much for first days, but just know it was a beauty… I wish you were there.
Enjoy…
free. like. me. 