[SylentK]

I'd say The Wizz is moist in general. Compared to Colorado. Nothing like goggles fogging up while waiting for the bears to get off the trail.

If you go, post pics. I have been. Good times.

I had a trip booked a couple years ago, but then covid shut it all down. So. Boo.

 

[canadmos]

So what's the deal, are the fenders on Zebs ok with the racks now?

I might need to know.

 

[Electric_City]

How are the trails after CW?

 

[sethimus]

How are the trails after CW?

same as Trump’s steaks

 

[Electric_City]

same as Trump’s steaks

How long after the show does it take them to get the trails back in good condition?

 

[FlipFantasia]

probably need more than a few days of rain, and then weeks of maintenance? lol

 

[toodles]

When does "shoulder season" lift ticket pricing kick in?

 

[vivisectxi]

^sept 3 (goes down $10).

 

[MrBaker87]

They didn’t do the fall season pass last year. I doubt they’ll do it this year. Just letting you know in the chance that’s what you’re hoping for.

 

[toodles]

Are the ZEB bolt on mudguards not compatible with the new Fitz lifts? Or is it just the Fox ones that cause problems?

 

[canadmos]

Are the ZEB bolt on mudguards not compatible with the new Fitz lifts? Or is it just the Fox ones that cause problems?

ASKING FOR A FRIEND

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

I will be headed up in a couple weeks. God I hope we get some cool weather and moisture while we are there...

Also need fender info, was thinking about getting the RRP mini to replace my RRP mid for the trip.

 

[toodles]

Any must do valley/off-piste trail recommendations? I've ridden quite a few the last two trips but I've never done some of the classics.

Any feedback on -
Howler
Lord of the Squirrels
Khyber-Kashmir-Kush
Green Monster

Worth the hassle?

 

[OGRipper]

We really enjoy Lord of the Squirrels. Long slog to the top but you get a gorgeous alpine zone for your effort, including lakes for a dip if that's your thing, and fun trails down. Not as aggro as your triple black/red descents but a nice change of pace. If you're used to pedaling and not riding chairlifts all the time, it's almost like a rest day as compared to getting hammered by endless park laps.

 

[MrBaker87]

Khyber-Kasimir-Kush is best ridden off top of the world.

I don’t really find khyber-middle-Kashmir that great. But some love it. It’s a big ride in itself with lots of steep punchy climbs dotting the downhill. Downhill bikes strongly not advised. Kush is sick though.

green monster is rad. Worth it for sure.

howler is one I haven’t done, but always heard great things.
I’ve never done LotS.

not on your list, but should be
Cheap Thrills
Rockwork Orange-Korova Milk Bar-wizard burial ground.

 

[Electric_City]

Top of Into the Mistic to get to Lord of the Squirls

 

[shelteringsky]

Rockwork Orange-Korova Milk Bar-wizard burial ground.

love these trails. Also recommend a consult from the “Bush Doctor” - in the same area

 

[jackalope]

From Top of the World, I'd also recommend 4 Eyes and Million Dollar, but I can't recall the exact directions. Perhaps @SuboptimusPrime can remember. Dumps into Delayed Fuse, which was still sublime, if dusty.

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

Any must do valley/off-piste trail recommendations? I've ridden quite a few the last two trips but I've never done some of the classics.

Any feedback on -
Howler
Lord of the Squirrels
Khyber-Kashmir-Kush
Green Monster

Worth the hassle?

I love Green Monster, that one isn't much of a hassle at all. I forget exactly where the trail pops out but it's in a neighborhood over that way. Park where it dumps out and pedal up to it.

 

[Jm_]

I enjoyed Up and Away and Pigs on the Wing after lower LotS. Lots of good slab stuff in there, like Green Monster. All of that is just fantastic.

 

[OGRipper]

Any must do valley/off-piste trail recommendations? I've ridden quite a few the last two trips but I've never done some of the classics.

Not sure if they're considered "off-piste" but the stuff on Blackcomb is worth checking out as well, like Dark Crystal. Also Handlebar at the base of Blackcomb for beer and pizza apres.

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

Not sure what shape it's in these days but Gargamel is a classic, always loved riding that one.

 

[FlipFantasia]

Bring on the weekend in the north end is the go to these days for most people. There's also some newer/betterer stuff in the Green Monster area in Alpine Meadows, Zanarchy/Garg is always good to get your fix of uber-gnar. West Side below Squirrels I think Unicorn Petting Zoo/Fantastic Mr. Fox is one of my favourite combos. See PM for alternate peak lap suggestion.

 

[toodles]

not on your list, but should be
Cheap Thrills
Rockwork Orange-Korova Milk Bar-wizard burial ground.

Did Rockwork-KMB-WBG last year. Mate survived all the spicy stuff and then shinned himself on the ride out and needed stitches.

Will suss Cheap Thrills. Cheers

Not sure if they're considered "off-piste" but the stuff on Blackcomb is worth checking out as well, like Dark Crystal. Also Handlebar at the base of Blackcomb for beer and pizza apres.

Absolutely, Dark Crystal was mint last year, hopefully its dry this year. I wanna go back. Crazy Train, Microclimate etc were dope also. Was a 5 min pedal to the start of the climb for us last year so did Blackcomb a bit.

 

[FlipFantasia]

unpopular opinion, but I think DC is potentially the most overrated trail in Whistler. Starts pretty good then just turns into pretty chunky chunder fest.

Also, tis the season for hornet and wasp ground nests, savage little fuckers

 

[shirk007]

unpopular opinion, but I think DC is potentially the most overrated trail in Whistler. Starts pretty good then just turns into pretty chunky chunder fest.

Also, tis the season for hornet and wasp ground nests, savage little fuckers

I got stung in the cheek the long weekend riding Zappa Trails with the kiddos. Yes savage fucks.

 

[canadmos]

Starts pretty good then just turns into pretty chunky chunder fest.

 

[toodles]

Also, tis the season for hornet and wasp ground nests, savage little fuckers

I forgot about those bastards.

 

[jstuhlman]

dammit. now i want a chunky chunder fest. also just to go to whistler. and will hit up @FlipFantasia when i do...

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

unpopular opinion, but I think DC is potentially the most overrated trail in Whistler. Starts pretty good then just turns into pretty chunky chunder fest.

Also, tis the season for hornet and wasp ground nests, savage little fuckers

I have the exact same opinion. I was fortunate enough to ride it early on and it was much better. Went back a few years ago and it was pretty shitty tbh. I guess that's what traffic will do.

 

[OGRipper]

I get that there is such an embarrassment of options in Whistler (and the Sea-to-Sky generally) that a trail like DC can be seen as just meh to some. I think part of it is the need to pedal up there, i.e., the bang-for-your-buck analysis compared to all the lift-accessible stuff. Personally, although it's true that it's gotten hammered a bit over the years, it's still a hoot, especially when conditions are good.

 

[toodles]

I get that there is such an embarrassment of options in Whistler (and the Sea-to-Sky generally) that a trail like DC can be seen as just meh to some. I think part of it is the need to pedal up there, i.e., the bang-for-your-buck analysis compared to all the lift-accessible stuff. Personally, although it's true that it's gotten hammered a bit over the years, it's still a hoot, especially when conditions are good.

Yeah if you think Dark Crystal sucks, wait till you come ride whats on offer around here.

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

I get that there is such an embarrassment of options in Whistler (and the Sea-to-Sky generally) that a trail like DC can be seen as just meh to some. I think part of it is the need to pedal up there, i.e., the bang-for-your-buck analysis compared to all the lift-accessible stuff. Personally, although it's true that it's gotten hammered a bit over the years, it's still a hoot, especially when conditions are good.

Well said. The trail isn't 'meh' almost anywhere else, it's in comparison to the competition around the Valley. Headed out there Friday, can't wait!

 

[canadmos]

Spoiled BC people

 

[FlipFantasia]

there's a reason I left Ontario 22 years ago!

 

[shirk007]

there's a reason I left Ontario 22 years ago!

Yep, 18 years for me now. The sheer volume of amazing trails in a 2 hour radius is kinda mind boggling.

 

[FlipFantasia]

rain friday/saturday and things are riding saweeeet! had a great 2 hour west side lap yesterday. Currently raining again in squamish, and then sun and 25+ C rest of the week, should be great conditions throughout the corridor!

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

Just got back from 5 days at whistler, can confirm it's still fun and Vail has not bulldozed the mountain like some forums will have you believe. We got some rain and had some wet days but they didn't bother us, the park rides great in the rain. Was even better the days after when it started to tack out. I'd say whistler is better than ever these days.

Special props to my wife who has been riding DH for 3 years. Rode the big roll on joyride for the first time, SNAPPED her linkage on the rollout and rode it out. The un-fun part was walking back up joyride to the gondi.

 

[canadmos]

Just got back from 5 days at whistler, can confirm it's still fun and Vail has not bulldozed the mountain like some forums will have you believe. We got some rain and had some wet days but they didn't bother us, the park rides great in the rain. Was even better the days after when it started to tack out. I'd say whistler is better than ever these days.

Special props to my wife who has been riding DH for 3 years. Rode the big roll on joyride for the first time, SNAPPED her linkage on the rollout and rode it out. The un-fun part was walking back up joyride to the gondi.

Damn, glad she rode that out.

How does that even happen?

 

[FlipFantasia]

woah, not sure I've seen a linkage snap like that before! definitely some really good conditions after the rain!