Greetings from Aspen!

We’ve had a lot of much-needed rain in town from late August into September. That means snow up high, dazzling fall colors, cold mornings, and the imminent arrival of winter.

We’ve had a lot of much-needed rain in town from late August into September. This means snow up high, dazzling fall colors, cold mornings, and the imminent arrival of winter.

A dusting of snow up on Pyramid Peak.

A Big Change For Aspen Mountain

For decades, the “other” side of the base of Aspen Mountain has been a curious collection of apartment buildings, ski chalets, time shares, city parks, plus remnants of “old” Aspen including lift 1A.

That part of the mountain is home to ski racing plus it’s a place with some of the most challenging and sought-after terrain on Ajax. A lot of locals love the terrain around 1A.

Huge changes are taking place on that side of the mountain.

Lift 1A was partially taken down over the summer. Plans for the area include:

• Two new hotels.
• A steakhouse and museum.
• A new lift that could be a high-speed chair/gondola combo.

Construction just began on a massive new hotel called The Chalet Alpina. If you can name the mountain in the background, please let us know!

It’s going to be 2030 before all the construction is finished. That whole side of the mountain will experience big changes. If you want a lot more information, go here.

Why Skiers Love Black Crows

Every season, we sell a lot of Black Crows skis. Here’s why …

• Awesome graphics.
• Excellent performance on the mountain.
• Genuine all-mountain performance.
• A lot of fun to ski.
• An accessible design that’s easy to ski.
• Lots of options … from super-wide “fatties” to an all-around ski that will be excellent on piste.

We’ll have new models from Black Crows coming in soon. They will also be in our demo/rental selection. Reserve them here for the upcoming season.

Our 50% to 60% Off Sale Continues

For a limited time, we’re offering 50% off skis and 60% off clothing. Every ski brand we carry.

• Skis
• Bindings
• Poles
• Goggles
• Outerwear
• Helmets
• Bags
• Everything

Yes … the whole shebang.

Your next step? Come by the store or call 970-925-1200 and tell us what you’re looking for.

Need/Want Ski Lessons and/or Guiding Next Season?

Contact our friend Scott Martin. He’s an instructor with the Ski and Snowboard Schools of Aspen/Snowmass. He’s based at Snowmass and can take you to any of the mountains.

• PSIA Level 2 Certification and Level 3 candidate.
• Nominated “Best Ski Instructor” by The Aspen Daily News.
• 11 seasons.
• All ages and levels. Children. Adults. Beginner, intermediate, advanced.

Call/text Scott at 704-517-0241 or email him here.

It’s just 65 days until the season starts.

Reserve your rentals/demos now. Go here.

Greg Ernst
Hamilton Sports

P.S. Just a reminder …

• Our 29th season.
• Locally-owned and operated.
• 1 minute from the Gondola. 1 minute to RFTA busses to Highlands, Snowmass, Buttermilk.
• We’ll dry your boots every evening.
• Expert skiers will help you find the right skis.
• Overnight ski tuning.
• Voted Aspen’s “Best Ski Shop.”