Shaun Mitsui, a University of Northern Colorado business student from Hawai'i, snowboards regularly in Colorado. He said it's more expensive to ski or snowboard in Colorado because it is known for its mountains and snow. Mitsui has tried both snowboarding and skiing. These prices are just for the actual snowboarding. Visitors also have to think about the cost of lodging and hotel stay along with the cost of airfare.
Skiing takes longer to learn but it's less painful.
He said younger people generally like to snowboard, while older people prefer to ski. It feels like you're going faster. Mitsui agrees with Campos that snowboarding is an expensive hobby, but he said it is worth the money. It's a good way to relieve stress. When you reach the top of the slope, the view is amazing.