Whistler Journals

Whistler - bowls & backcountry

A March 2003 trip to Whistler by advenja

Quote: Consistent snowfall, fast lifts, excellent backcountry, variety of ski runs, powder bowls, variety of trails, park & pipe, and an awesome nightlife just to top off an unbelivable day on the mountain.

Whistler - bowls & backcountry

Overview

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The best thing about Whistler is that you have two world class mountains next to eachother. You can ride/ski Blackcomb and Whistler on the same pass. It's definitely a good idea to ride both mountains during your stay in Whistler. Freestyle -- trick frenzy freaks will love hitting the massive superpipe, rails and kickers that will be found in Blackcomb's park. There is a few tasty runs on Blackcomb's 7th Heaven chair perfect for a sunny day and excellent for wide turns. Freeriders and those who love searching the natural terrain will love Whistler mountain. Whistler's Bowl is an intense extreme trail which will have your grandpa hooting all the way to the base of the lift. As for nig...Read More

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

Attraction | "Whistler/ Blackcomb"

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A snowboarder's dream is the only way to describe Whistler. So much terrain on two mountains will blow your mind if you've never ridden here before. The variety of the types of different runs is amazing. This place has everything--tight tree runs, massive powder bowls, intermediate groomed runs, cliff drops-- you name it, this place has got it.

To top it off it has an insane snowboarding vibe and a whole bunch of unbelievable riders that will still even motivate you after too many beers the night before. The level of riding here is sky level and will push you to ride your best ever, whether it be in the park, bowl, or back country.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on August 13, 2003

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

Whistler, British Columbia