Squaw Pass vs. Kirkwood+Alpine Pass for 2011-12

This is simple, and simple is good. What are you guys thinking on this? What’s the better deal? What are the pros & cons? The factors involved?

Throw your thoughts in the comment box below and I’m gonna compile the information and opinions you supply and write a detailed post next week on this topic. I think this’ll be fun.

THE QUESTION:

What pass are you gonna get next year, the Squaw Pass or the Kirkwood + Alpine pass?

THE SEASON PASS BASICS:

The Squaw pass =$700 with no blackout dates. (prices go up June 15th)

The Kirkwood+Alpine pass =$700 with no blackouts for one resort & these blackouts for the other resort (you choose which resort to prioritize): December 26-31, January 14-15, February 18-19. (prices go up May 30th)

Money really is the bottom line before embarking on any monetary enterprise, but of course, there are other considerations.

Which would be what? What are you gonna weigh before making your decision?

Here are some suggestions to wet your pass appetite:

Park

Terrain

Snow Quality

Snow Amounts

Crowds

Lifts

Vibe

Locals/Townies

Food/Restaurants