Bristol Conditions

[Harvey]

Thanks for all your updates this year @Johnny V. !

 

[Johnny V.]

Thanks for all your updates this year @Johnny V. !

You're welcome! Back at it next November or sooner if there is infrastructure improvements over the summer.

 

[Johnny V.]

Stopped by Bristol today to sign up for next years pass. Hard to believe we were skiing a week ago, but with the temps it's no surprise. Didn't get pics of the snowmaking pond expansion, but they're going to town on it!

 

[Johnny V.]

Went by Bristol yesterday and here's a few shots of the snowmaking pond expansion. Sorry, no before pics, but it looks huge.

 

[Johnny V.]

A couple of updates from Bristol's Facebook page:
1. New connector trail "Polaris" from the top of the Galaxy quad to the top on Northstar. According to them, this a part of a plan to widen Upper Northstar (which is a nice trail, but tends to get icy and skied off at times.
2. RFID-They are finally implementing RFID passes. No more lifties scanning passes and tickets (we hope!) This is a big step for the conservative management team. Not sure what other local hills have RFID, but they have to be one of the few in New York State.

As much as we locals like to nitpick about Bristol, every year there are improvements. Last year, the lodge redo and patio addition, this year it's the new snowmaking pond, new trail and RFID. The passes are pricey (for an Upstate NY ski area), but the Fullers are constantly putting money into the hill. We could have it a lot worse!

 

[Harvey]

I checked out the prices:

Season Products - Bristol Mountain - The Best Value For Multiple Visits

Get the most out of Bristol Mountain with a Season Product. Enjoy the perks of an Executive Pass including unlimited direct-to-lift access.

www.bristolmountain.com

 

[Johnny V.]

The early buy is the way to go, plus you can spread the payments out over 6 months. We're retired, so we get our moneys worth, but it's pricey for families. Still cheaper than Holiday Valley. There's always rumors that they will sell to one of the majors like Vail or Alterra, but so far they've stayed independent.

 

[Harvey]

so far they've stayed independent.

Hey man any input on this?

Bristol Mountain Trail Map, Vertical, Stats and Profile

Our profile of the ski resort in Canandaigua, NY.

nyskiblog.com

 

[Johnny V.]

Robert summed it up pretty well. I'll update as I learn more and we get into the season.

 

[Andy_ROC]

Thanks for the update @Johnny V. Nice to see them adding that new trail and plans to widen upper Northstar. If you ask me it will be the best run at Bristol especially once upper NS is widened. Maybe they will show a little more love for the north side of the mountain--- like making snow earlier and keeping the Galaxy Express running in the evening a little more.

Yes the RFID passes and gates is a nice improvement for sure. I'm going to assume at some point that once you have an RFID card, that day pass users could reload them at home.

I'd agree the patio was a monumental improvement to the visitor experience.

Anyway thanks for the update and looking forward to ski season.