Rutland Herald
By Andy Clark
Staff Writer | April 19,2016
By Andy Clark
Staff Writer | April 19,2016
KILLINGTON — Last week, Killington Ski
Resort announced continued infrastructure investment focused on summer
business including more mountain biking and offering family-friendly
adventure attractions. Also, the resort announced an expanded summer
events calendar.
Killington, on 3,000 acres, is the largest ski and snowboard destination in eastern North America. Because of investments in recent years, it is already a four-season attraction — matching the activity associated with ski resorts in the western U.S.
Last year, the resort invested $3.5 million in summer amenities such as the Beast Mountain Coaster and Skyeride. This year an additional $850,000 is planned for dual ziplines, six more Gravity Logic-designed mountain bike trails, summer tubing lanes, a 40-foot tower jump, food and beverage facility upgrades, kids camps and a new fleet of rental mountain bikes for riders of all ages.
“With momentum from last summer’s growth, we are adding more options for thrill seekers plus activities specifically designed to keep young kids engaged all day,” said Mike Solimano, president and general manager of Killington Resort. “We will continue to build out our trail network, moving Killington closer to being the premier mountain bike destination in eastern North America.
“To sustainably grow our summer business every year, we are bringing more and new visitors to the area and giving them reasons to extend their vacation stays during the summer and fall,” Solimano added.
Tracy Taylor was recently named business development and special project manager at Killington and Pico, and will direct the summer investment program. He was director of operations for the resort.
Phase three of the five-year Killington Bike Park build out designed by contractor Gravity Logic calls for a $375,000 investment for six new trails. Ramshead Express Quad will serve the trails opening throughout the summer including a 1.31-mile downhill race trail, 2.15-mile expert jump trail, 2.29 miles of single track from the top of Ramshead to K-1 and Ramshead base areas, pump track, skills park, kids strider bike park and designated uphill mountain bike route.
Killington’s new fleet of rental bikes will feature 70 adult cross-country and downhill mountain bikes from Scott, plus demo bikes from Norco and Devinci, 24 full-suspension youth-sized mountain bikes from Norco and new Strider bikes for the youngest riders.
Michael Joseph, Killington Resort’s Communications/PR Manager, said, “Killington’s summer momentum continues to grow and the energy here is exciting. The resort is investing heavily in mountain biking by expanding trail offerings, and we’re debuting the first of six brand-new, downhill trails on Ramshead Mountain in July with a Professional Mountain Bike Gravity Tour event — something locals and visitors alike can look forward to.“
Planned facility upgrades include installation of a waterside umbrella bar and outdoor deck near Snowshed Pond with easy access to walking trails and Killington Grand Resort Hotel.
Summer action launches Memorial Day Weekend. On May 27, Killington Golf Course and Clubhouse Bar and Grill will be open to Golf Season Pass holders. The public will be welcomed the following day.
Public access to the Snowshed Adventure Center’s Beast Mountain Coaster and Skyeride, plus Killington Mountain Bike Park trails in the Snowshed area begins May 28. The Snowshed Express Quad will serve hikers and mountain bikers on weekends and holidays until daily lift operations of the Snowshed Express Quad and K-1 Express Gondola commence June 18. The Peak Lodge and restaurant will be open daily when the K-1 Express Gondola is running.
Additional lift service for mountain biking via the Ramshead Express Quad chairlift will begin in late July as the first new downhill mountain bike trail in that area opens for “USA Cycling’s Beast of the East Professional Mountain Bike Gravity Tour” — July 28-31.
Summer season events include the “Cooler in the Mountains Concert Series” featuring eight free live musical performances on Saturdays from July 16 through Labor Day weekend; the Dirty Girl Mud Run on July 9; Killington Wine Festival July 15-17; Killington Boot Camp’s Race to the Peak on Aug. 20; Spartan Race Sept. 19-20; Killington Brewfest on Oct. 1; and Killington Oktoberfest on Oct. 8 and 9.
Golf, mountain bike and K-1 scenic season passes and more information including operating schedules, pricing and dining options can be found at www.killington.com.
andy.clark @rutlandherald.com
Killington, on 3,000 acres, is the largest ski and snowboard destination in eastern North America. Because of investments in recent years, it is already a four-season attraction — matching the activity associated with ski resorts in the western U.S.
Last year, the resort invested $3.5 million in summer amenities such as the Beast Mountain Coaster and Skyeride. This year an additional $850,000 is planned for dual ziplines, six more Gravity Logic-designed mountain bike trails, summer tubing lanes, a 40-foot tower jump, food and beverage facility upgrades, kids camps and a new fleet of rental mountain bikes for riders of all ages.
“With momentum from last summer’s growth, we are adding more options for thrill seekers plus activities specifically designed to keep young kids engaged all day,” said Mike Solimano, president and general manager of Killington Resort. “We will continue to build out our trail network, moving Killington closer to being the premier mountain bike destination in eastern North America.
“To sustainably grow our summer business every year, we are bringing more and new visitors to the area and giving them reasons to extend their vacation stays during the summer and fall,” Solimano added.
Tracy Taylor was recently named business development and special project manager at Killington and Pico, and will direct the summer investment program. He was director of operations for the resort.
Phase three of the five-year Killington Bike Park build out designed by contractor Gravity Logic calls for a $375,000 investment for six new trails. Ramshead Express Quad will serve the trails opening throughout the summer including a 1.31-mile downhill race trail, 2.15-mile expert jump trail, 2.29 miles of single track from the top of Ramshead to K-1 and Ramshead base areas, pump track, skills park, kids strider bike park and designated uphill mountain bike route.
Killington’s new fleet of rental bikes will feature 70 adult cross-country and downhill mountain bikes from Scott, plus demo bikes from Norco and Devinci, 24 full-suspension youth-sized mountain bikes from Norco and new Strider bikes for the youngest riders.
Michael Joseph, Killington Resort’s Communications/PR Manager, said, “Killington’s summer momentum continues to grow and the energy here is exciting. The resort is investing heavily in mountain biking by expanding trail offerings, and we’re debuting the first of six brand-new, downhill trails on Ramshead Mountain in July with a Professional Mountain Bike Gravity Tour event — something locals and visitors alike can look forward to.“
Planned facility upgrades include installation of a waterside umbrella bar and outdoor deck near Snowshed Pond with easy access to walking trails and Killington Grand Resort Hotel.
Summer action launches Memorial Day Weekend. On May 27, Killington Golf Course and Clubhouse Bar and Grill will be open to Golf Season Pass holders. The public will be welcomed the following day.
Public access to the Snowshed Adventure Center’s Beast Mountain Coaster and Skyeride, plus Killington Mountain Bike Park trails in the Snowshed area begins May 28. The Snowshed Express Quad will serve hikers and mountain bikers on weekends and holidays until daily lift operations of the Snowshed Express Quad and K-1 Express Gondola commence June 18. The Peak Lodge and restaurant will be open daily when the K-1 Express Gondola is running.
Additional lift service for mountain biking via the Ramshead Express Quad chairlift will begin in late July as the first new downhill mountain bike trail in that area opens for “USA Cycling’s Beast of the East Professional Mountain Bike Gravity Tour” — July 28-31.
Summer season events include the “Cooler in the Mountains Concert Series” featuring eight free live musical performances on Saturdays from July 16 through Labor Day weekend; the Dirty Girl Mud Run on July 9; Killington Wine Festival July 15-17; Killington Boot Camp’s Race to the Peak on Aug. 20; Spartan Race Sept. 19-20; Killington Brewfest on Oct. 1; and Killington Oktoberfest on Oct. 8 and 9.
Golf, mountain bike and K-1 scenic season passes and more information including operating schedules, pricing and dining options can be found at www.killington.com.
andy.clark @rutlandherald.com
Comment: Notice how neither the Town's or the KPAA's efforts are acknowledged or at least attributed to them. I think it really reflects that it is the Resort's effort's that make a difference.
Vito
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