Whistler/Blackcomb, Canada

Whistler/Blackcomb. Where to begin? Repeatedly rated as the No. 1 resort in North America and not without reason, Whistler will jointly host the 2010 Winter Olympics (with Vancouver) and is arguably one of the best resorts in the world. A combination of absolutely unbelievable terrain combined with Intrawest ownership places Whistler in the super-resort league, but glitz aside, experience the riding here for yourself to see why its so good. Two monstrous mountains cradle the purpose-built village of Whistler itself, and the year-round population of 10,000 swells to 5 times that during peak season - beware school holidays. Now almost as famous for its amazing mountain biking as its snowboarding (freestyle adrenaline-seekers on summer camps should check out the downhill park!), Whistler is a magical encounter for all ability levels. You really can ride here for years without becoming bored.

Whistler has it all - 38 lifts accessing over 8000 acres of varied and challenging terrain, amazing backcountry access, bowls, steeps, trees, 5 terrain parks, a superpipe and boardercross track. The downside of having it all is crowding - avoid Christmas and February half term/US Presidents week at all costs. Early December or January are often good for a local vibe with no crowds and lots of pow. The village throngs with restaurants, bars and clubs. Doing a season here is an excellent way to do both the vast mountain and social scenes justice. Brits aged 30 and under (including non-students) can obtain a 1-year BUNAC work permit and as a result may soon be competing with droves of Aussies seeking beds in Intrawest staff housing for the winter. Party hounds should check out the annual World Ski and Snowboard Festival held every April, with pipe and big air comps, live bands and DJs. Powder hounds should go for 'Fresh Tracks' tickets to access the mountain before the crowds at 7.30am - if you've got any sense, leave the breakfast to the skiers and go ride those pillows lines!

Blackcomb Glacier is home to a handful of snowboard camps in summer, including Camp of Champions and Whistler Summer Snowboard Camp. Open to all levels they can be pricey but what a way to parallel superkid Shaun White! The summer scene is spectacular, with tons to do in the evenings, plus Whistler has its own skatepark, dirt jumps and downhill bike park, all a must for the hungry adrenaline seeker.

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New for season

2010/11: 22' Global Pipe Cutter for the terrain park, new terrain park features. New Euro snack kiosks on both mountains. Over 3000 new sets of high performance ski and snowboard rentals.

2008/9:December 12, 2008 marks the launch date the world record breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. The gondola is the first of its kind in North America and will revolutionize the way visitors experience Whistler Blackcomb. During the winter, skiers and riders will enjoy infinite opportunities to experience Whistler and Blackcomb mountains in one day. In the summer, the PEAK 2 PEAK will bring sightseers and hikers into the high alpine.


2006/7:new Piccolo Express quad Lift will run to Piccolo peak from the bottom of Flute Bowl

2005/6: The west side of Whistler Mountain officially opens this season with 400 acres of new terrain. The resort boundary will be extended to include Flute Bowl providing 700 acres of new patrolled backcountry terrain.

Creekside base reopens after 4 years with much improved servives.

Ready for the 2005 Snowboard World Championships a new 150m night lit Superpipe will be built on Lower Cruiser in the Base II area

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• This Feed has been moved to Pitch Engine - Updated Feed Link
  
  Get all your Whistler Blackcomb Media News and Updates from our new Pitch Engine ... Wed 08 Jun 11
• Whistler Blackcomb Checks Into Geo Location With a Custom Foursquare Badge
  
  January 20, 2011 – Whistler Blackcomb is "checking into" the geo location world with an official Whistler Blackcomb Foursquare Badge. The digital keepsake can be obtained when Foursquare users check into any Whistler Blackcomb location. In total ... Thu 20 Jan 11
• Blake Jorgenson Named King of Storms at Deep Winter Photo Challenge, Presented by ARC'TERYX, Whistler Blackcomb
  
  January 17, 2011 – Robin O'Neill takes 2nd, Andrew Strain 3rd and Ilja Herb wins Best in Show. Iconic Whistler photographer Blake Jorgenson took home the King of Storms title at the fifth annual Deep Winter Photo Challenge, presented by ARC'TERYX ... Mon 17 Jan 11
• GORE-TEX Deep Winter Experience Week Storms into Whistler January 8-16, 2011
  
  January 4, 2011 – ARC'TERYX Deep Winter Photo Challenge Returns as Marquee Event January 15. January in Whistler is storm season, which means plenty of snow and deep powder days on the mountains. The GORE-TEX Deep Winter Experience celebrates storm ... Tue 04 Jan 11
• Ski for Free at Whistler Blackcomb During Annual Santa Day
  
  December 13, 2010 – Whistler Blackcomb's annual "Dress like Santa Day" takes place this Sunday, December 19. A free lift ticket will be awarded to the first 50 people to arrive at the base of Whistler Mountain in full Santa or Mrs. Claus attire. To ... Mon 13 Dec 10
• Whistler Blackcomb Tops Annual Resort Rankings
  
  December 10, 2010 – Whistler Blackcomb claims top spot in Condé Nast Traveler, FREESKIER Magazine, and Outside Magazine. Consistently ranked as No. 1, Whistler Blackcomb tops mountain resort rankings once again this season. Whistler Blackcomb ... Fri 10 Dec 10

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• Ante-Up TTR World Tour Kickoff on Whistler Mountain - July 1, 2011
  
  Billabong Ante Up is the marquee kickoff event for the 2011-2012 TTR World Tour snowboard event, taking place Canada Day, July 1st, 2011 at Whistler Blackcomb at the top of the Whistler Village Gondola near the Roundhouse Lodge. The day will ... Fri 17 Jun 11
• Blackcomb Glacier Skiing and Riding is on. June 18th to July 24th, 2011
  
  Glaicer is season is back on Blackcomb Mountain. Upload between 11am and 1:30pm at the Wizard Express at the base of Blackcomb Mountain. Public Park is ready with some features in the public lane. Be sure to check out Camp of Champions and ... Fri 17 Jun 11

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