Re: Snow, crowds over Xmas - Steamboat, Telluride, Big Sky?

"Vladimir Capka" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message news:<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>...
> Hi everyone,
> 
> I'm planning a ski trip out west between christmas and New Year.
> Can anyone comment on what is the likely crowd situation going to be at
> Steamboat, Telluride or Big Sky? How about the snow contitions? Which of
> these resorts would likely have least crowds and most snow?
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Vladimir.

I love Telluride for difficulty and terrain.  The village is awesome
and they have reasonable prices, but there will be no snow in Xmas. 
Historically, you will only see about 70% open and the snow will not
be good. i.e. bring rock skis.