J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Rideonwhistler

Hmm... I think if I were coming on your trip I would probably follow highway #1 and go wherever it takes me:

Lake Louise for first couple of days to enjoy beautiful Rockies and get your legs warmed up.

Drive over to Revelstoke for a few days: its awesome value for money, you can stay in a hotel right on the slopes for a bargain! They had some of the best long lasting snow I've ever ridden & the lift lines were empty. Maybe do a days cat-skiing here?

Now Christmas holidays are upon you and all ski resorts are busy!

Sun Peaks & Silverstar are both a couple of hours drive off the highway #1 if you want to stop at them... Or you could just drive straight over to Whistler!

Whistler & Blackcomb are obviously my favorites :D you can ride in resort, get a guide to take you backcountry, go cat-skiing or heli-skiing here. The coast mountains have the most stable snowpack so the safest heli-skiing area generally (although all heli operations are careful with guests!).

After Whistler you could take the ferry over to Vancouver Island to see Mt Washington (just to make your tour out west complete!). Then either drive back the way you came, or take the southern route stopping off at resorts like Big White, Red & Fernie too!

Might be a bit much for two weeks.... If I had to choose, Revelstoke & Whistler would be my top two.

In that case Randy I would seriously consider big white! all the accomm is ski in ski out.. and there are lots of great rolling blues and greens perfect for the beginner/intermediate boarder! Whistler also a great choice.. If you are interested in whis Im going on hoiday from 11th-18th you can rent my place if you like.. great big 3 bed house 10mins walk from the vill will help pay for my little holiday to mexico! lol

What kind of skier are you and your partner Randy?

Yeah definately worth looking into the the Taxi situation as the bus is expensive and a little slow

have a look here for some more info

http://www.rideonwhistler.com/Whistler_Season_Guide/WSG_Getting_To_Whistler/

My plans are pretty loose in feb.. Might come and join you if thats alright..

Definitely consider Whistler,

With all respect to pavel ignore is negative attitude on the subject!

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There are lots of jobs available in Whistler right now. The supermarket in town is closing an hour early because it cant find the staff!

Whistler is the biggest resort in Canada and definitely have the most things to do in the evening to keep you entertained!

If you have any specific questions about whistler or any other western resorts I can answer them! post away!

Hey bargain,

I wouldnt say there isnt a significant difference a little more light at the end of feb but I wouldnt base any holiday decisions on it! Just book when its cheapest and most convenient for you!

the 20th of feb is presidents day so the long weekend of 18th - 20th is particularly busy. I would avoid this!

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You didn't even click the link did you Pavelski :lol: it will take you to a a month-by-month breakdown of how much snow fell each year since 2003. It is measured from Pig Alley Weather Station on Whistler Mountain (elevation 1,660 metres/ 5,445 feet), which is about half way up Whistler (highest lift accessed point 2,284 metres/7,494 feet).

Whistler does get heavier snow than the interior - our powder is still awesome though, just look at the hundreds of online videos of Coast mountain powder skiing to see what it's like!

Interior resorts are famous for their super light champagne powder. Downside is your snowpack lacks stability and makes avalanche risk much higher & so you have to ski tamer terrain.

I've done a few weeks riding in interior resorts: I LOVE Revelstoke for it's terrain and the powder that seems to last weeks after it's fallen. Big White was a bit flat for my tastes. Hopefully I'll get the chance to try a few more resorts this year! But Whistler Blackcomb's the resort that's held my attention for 4years so far...