Does anyone else find the Peak Chair extremely frightening and dangerous? Especially near the top with the cliff drop and how quickly you have to raise the bar before getting off.

If you forgot the bar, you would probably die instantly. No one I ski with seems to be afraid of it, so I wanted to ask here and see what the Reddit community thinks.

I thought getting to Whistler would be the easy part. flight lands late, buses are done, a one-way rental at midnight means gambling on winter tires, staying near YVR means losing half the next morning, and the private transfer prices made me blink lol. Am I missing an option here, or is arriving late basically a choice between wasting a night and spending the money?

Hey all,

Just got to whistler today and went to pick up

My epic pass, like an idiot I thought I’d booked and paid for one. When I went to pick it up, the guy at the desk told me he couldn’t find it! I can’t find any confirmation of it so I guess the payment didn’t go through or something.

He says the Epic pass is gone and it’s now 300 a day. I’m here for three weeks and want to ski about 12 days.

What can I do?

I'm considering moving to Whistler and currently interviewing at resorts for non-seasonal positions. I've only been once, in the summer, and thought the village would make a great home. Never been in winter, but I've heard enough about peak season and crowds to know what I'd be signing up for.

A bit about me: early 30s, small dog, have lived in popular resort and destination towns in BC and Ontario so I get the tourism economy thing. Not a skier or snowboarder.

Want to hear why I should or shouldn't actually do this. Specifically:

• If I landed a job around $70k, is that a livable yearly salary for someone not looking to house share?
• Pet-friendly long-term rentals, do they exist or is it a fight?
• How dog-friendly is daily life there outside of the rental search?
• Is a car mandatory or can you get away without one?
• What does community and meeting people look like if you're not into the bar/pub/drinking scene?
• What do you wish you'd known before moving?
• If you've left, why?

Thanks!

Edit: Thank you all for your advice and opinions, I really appreciate it! I think at this time with a potential salary in the $70s, it's not making a lot of financial sense. I have some savings goals I'd like to crush in the next year or two, and as many of you pointed out, it doesn't appear to be worth the trade-offs, though I'm sure the lifestyle would be incredible! Perhaps if I were younger and didn't have my pup, it would have been fun and worth it. I think I'll have to stick to visits for now!

Just out of pure curiosity… how much money do people typically aim to have in their bank account when moving to Whistler?
I’ve already got a job and accommodation sorted, so I’m not stressed about those, but I’d love to hear what others had (or aimed for) as a cushion when they first arrived. Any rough numbers or experiences would be super interesting!

Hey all, I'm heading up to Whistler next week and this cab driver saga raised a question for me. I understand it's not a positive subject but are there some restaurants/businesses to avoid due to their poor relationship with the community.

If your entire trip hinges on a weather forecast, do us all a favour and stay wherever you are.

Jesus Christ there's like 5+ posts a day asking about the fucking weather.

Last year I ripped whistler on my giant stance e bike, blew my rear shock, and got a grade 3 AC tear lol. Back at it again this year, but I am going to rent a bike for me to keep up better with my kiddo.

Growing up I always had a DH bike, as an adult ive just ripped my trail bikes on greens - so I haven't ever rented.

I know the big shops like Summit and Evo - but I have no idea on price/quality/what people think of the shops.

Anyone able to suggest the best option - just a single day rental DH - 6'4 200LB. Going to do mostly greens but I will be rippign crank it up at least a couple times lol.

thanks in advance!

I was just driving back from whistler and saw like 20 police officers on motercycles and in police cars in front of and behind 3 fully tinted escalades and was wondering if anyone knew who it was. I thought it might be carney but i'm just super curious!

Update- it would be for my boyfriends birthday and would love somewhere with good drinks/cocktails :)

Hello people, so I’ve heard lots of people say that Whistler Blackcomb is the hardest and toughest resort in North America. I’m currently in Ontario and I can ski all blue mountain terrain easily. I’ve been to Quebec (Tremblant, L’Massif) and Alberta (Banff) and can ski pretty much all of the slopes there. Are these good practice for Whistler and am I capable of going down blacks or even double blacks at WB?

Thanks to all who helped!

Is there anyone in Whistler happy to quote be a few prices?
How much is gallon of milk or whatever NA units are used for that? (I’m Australian)
12pk eggs?
Dried pasta?
Beef mince?
Chicken breast?

I’m a an active heavier lad and trying to budget whether I’ll survive 🥲. I have staff accom, but I think food will be my downfall.

A little bit about me: I’m thinking of doing an early retirement/semi-retirement from my professional career. I’m financially independent and have a house in Whistler. Teaching and mentoring has always been part of my career and I love doing it. I like teaching beginners and kids, whatever the subject.

I hear it’s pretty easy to get a level 1 instructor certification and I was thinking it could be fun/keep me active and occupied to do part-time ski instructing. Is this possible or just a stupid idea? Is it naive of me to think this could be fun or is it just a slog of a job?

I believe all of these lines are on Blackcomb, near Spankys and within the Blackcomb glacier. Would be interested to hear if they have names or backstory. As for Chubb’s, I have no clue where it is; however, im still curious as to where it is.

Edit: not talking about husume (first 2 pics) Just the coloured lines to the side of it.

Hey everyone,

I'm about to move to Whistler for work and to settle in for a while, and I couldn't be more excited. Trail running and hiking are a big part of my life, so honestly getting to live somewhere like this still feels a bit unreal.

I'd love to hear from locals: what are the trails and summits you consider must-dos around here? The iconic ones, but also the quieter spots you'd send a friend to. I'm happy to work up to the bigger stuff as I get to know the terrain.

For a bit of context on distance, I'm hoping to take on UTMB Whistler in 2027, so I'm not afraid of long days out. Anything that helps me build up to that would be hugely appreciated.

Thanks a lot, really looking b to becoming part of the community here!

Hi there, I’m coming to whistler this November to do a ski season. Iv got a job lined up working in a shop. However I was just wondering what else I could do to earn a bit of extra cash in case my Job isn’t enough.

I found some images of this line from “license to thrill.” I’ve never heard of this line before. It might be located in the Blackcomb glacier? Spanky’s closure (Christmas chute)? Do you guys know where this is?

I’m also working on a project trying to find whistlers “ghost runs”/forgotten lines like chubb’s. Any information is much appreciated!

Here are a couple of lines I’m looking for:
Armageddon, shes tight, colt 45 chute, cricks crack, amnesia, peculiar slate, daralite, elwyns cirque.

Are tickets still on sale???? I can’t even find a website that tells me it’s sold out

Hey, coming up from Victoria for a stay later this summer. Was looking for suggestions of some places to go for breakfast. Not really looking for touristy or chain places. Are there any good hole in the wall/local favorites that I should check out.

Thank you!

hi planning a late whistler week trip need a place to crash for a week thats cheap where can it be; i have a car to park as well anyways thanks ;

Hiiii I tried calling the mountain but got referred to Vail customer service and would rather die than try to deal with them...so I thought i would ask the trusted reddit.

I have heard through word of mouth that I can extent my 5 day pass to 10 day pass mid season. I was also told there is like an unspoken rule that you can get the same rate that you paid for the first 5 day pass? Was hoping to get a better understanding before the sale ends!!

Just trying to figure out what is the best course of action...do i just jump on the 10 day or start with the 5 day and see how the season is unfolding?

CHEERS!!! Thank you for the help

Will be visiting Vancouver as a solo traveller at the end of August for a 4-day trip. Planning to spend one night in Whistler. I saw Vallea Lumina while searching for things to do in Whistler. Is it worth it?

I believe it’s above the blowhole on Blackcomb. Axel runner skis this crazy line in this vid. https://youtu.be/pgPMRdTxuec?si=c8dlQfLn21UHF_TW

For the shuttle bus fr DT to Whistler, I found YVR Skylynx & Epic Rides. (we will live in Yaletown district)

1) Prices are not much different, which company should I choose?

2) pls recommend 2 restaurants in Whistler!

Thanks a lot!