Question 1

HOW OLD CAN COMPETITORS BE TO PARTICIPATE?

Accepted Answer

Any age, all Vertical Drop participants must sign a waiver before participating in the event. Participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver.

Question 2

PARKING?

Accepted Answer

This is the big one, and I'm sure many are asking, "what are the new parking reservation requirements at Kirkwood; does it affect The Vertical Drop Patrons?"

New this year is parking reservations for Vail Resorts/Kirkwood. Parking reservations are REQUIRED at Kirkwood until 12-noon on Weekends (Saturday - Sunday). Los are divided by zone . . . ORANGE and BLUE. ORANGE zones are $20-paid advanced and carpool of 4+. THE BLUE ZONE is still requires reservations but you don't have to pay for parking; that means free parking when you reserve.  Catch is, the BLUE ZONES are as follows:

Cross-Country Lot
Kirkwood Inn Lot
Kirkwood Meadows Drive (North of N. Loop Rd.)
Lower 7 Lot
Shop Lot

For those of us that like the visual, here's your map.  For patrons of the Vertical Drop planning to visit Kirkwood, please ensure that you secure your parking reservation in the appropriate zone to avoid any inconvenience.

Question 3

WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A TEAM?

Accepted Answer

You are not required to have a team to participate in the Vertical Drop ski/snowboard competition; however, individuals are not eligible for the team prize. Individual competitors looking to form a team may do so on the day of the event or can be added to a team welcoming additional members.

Question 4

HOW IS THE VERTTICAL FEET SKIED TRACKED?

Accepted Answer

Vertical Drop competitors will utilize a hand-tally method. To make sure you or your team receives points for each lap, you need to ski to one of our Vertical Drop volunteers near or at the top of the designated run to punch your individual or team tally card. Volunteers will be on site at the end to hand-tally vertical distance.

Question 5

CAN I TRANSFER TICKETS TO ANOTHER PERSON?

Accepted Answer

If you purchase tickets and cannot make it to the event, tickets are transferable. To transfer tickets to another person and be picked up at will-call, please send us an email with 'Ticket Transfer' in the subject line. Include the name of original purchaser, the order number or receipt and the name of the person who will be picking up the tickets. Keep in mind, the latest to transfer tickets is by 1800 the night before the event.

Question 6

ARE TICKETS REFUNDABLE?

Accepted Answer

No, tickets are not refundable. The Vertical Drop adheres to Kirkwood's weather and safety policies and we cannot offer refunds if the Vertical Drop competition and/or event plans are impacted by weather conditions. All sales are final. 
 
If tickets have been purchased and you are unable to attend, tickets are transferable. To transfer tickets to another person and be picked up at will-call, please send us an email with 'Ticket Transfer' in the subject line (this will need to be done by 1800 the day before the event). Include the name of original purchaser, the order number or receipt and the name of the person who will be picking up the tickets.

Question 7

MUST RAFFLE WINNERS BE PRESENT TO CLAIM PRIZES?

Accepted Answer

Yes, raffle winners must be present to claim their prize. We will make every effort to get raffle prizes to the winners and we do allow a short period of time for winners to come forward and claim their prize. Please be aware, once we near the conclusion of the raffle, any unclaimed prizes will be re-raffled.

Question 8

DO VERTICAL DROP EVENT TICKETS INCLUDE RENTAL EQUIPMENT?

Accepted Answer

No, Ski and snowboard rentals can be purchased separately through the mountain or any rental shop of your choice.

Question 9

CAN I TAKE PART WITHOUT COMPETING?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. Anyone can take part in the festivities without competing.

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