Whistler 14/15 general questions
I think I’ll have to leave the shred days until I’ve had some lessons. Well up for the beers and dinners though!
What sort of footwear do people tend to use around the village? I saw a post ages ago but can’t seem to find it now. I guess it’ll be waterproof boots over trainers?
Just wear sneakers… A good pair of DC’s lasted me the whole season (in Sun Peaks which is higher than the base of Whistler)
Yep DC skate shoes and snowboard boots 
that’s all you’ll need..
I think I’ll have to leave the shred days until I’ve had some lessons. Well up for the beers and dinners though!
What sort of footwear do people tend to use around the village? I saw a post ages ago but can’t seem to find it now. I guess it’ll be waterproof boots over trainers?
Always have lessons it’ll help you progress quicker.
I dunno but maybe we can have beginner/inter shred splits too then everyone meets at the bottom for a caesar and awesome convo?
I personally think what’s important is that no one feels left out. But that’s just me. =)
As for footwear, sneakers should be okay. =) That being said I did wear boots for the last 40 days I was there… lol.
I think I’ll have to leave the shred days until I’ve had some lessons. Well up for the beers and dinners though!
What sort of footwear do people tend to use around the village? I saw a post ages ago but can’t seem to find it now. I guess it’ll be waterproof boots over trainers?
That’s where you are wrong. A few of us are qualified instructors and we would be more than happy to ride with you and help you. I honestly get a lot of satisfaction out of teaching people, especially Boardworld members. That’s what Boardworld is here for! Let’s go for a shred, mate! OK?
In regards to shoes, yes, it’s better to have casual boots or something more waterproof than regular sneakers, skate shoes etc. It does tend to get pretty wet and slushy around the village at times so I would suggest getting some shoes that will give you a bit more protection from the wet. Just as an example, I wear something like these.
That’s where you are wrong. A few of us are qualified instructors and we would be more than happy to ride with you and help you. I honestly get a lot of satisfaction out of teaching people, especially Boardworld members. That’s what Boardworld is here for! Let’s go for a shred, mate! OK?
In regards to shoes, yes, it’s better to have casual boots or something more waterproof than regular sneakers, skate shoes etc. It does tend to get pretty wet and slushy around the village at times so I would suggest getting some shoes that will give you a bit more protection from the wet. Just as an example, I wear something like these.
If that’s the case then i’m definitely up for that! I just wouldn’t want to hold people up that wanted to go all the way up the mountain.
I’ll probably get a semi-decent pair of walking boots then instead of ruining a pair of trainers in a few months. I’ve seen a North Face jacket i’ll probably be getting on pay day. Is there anything else I should consider getting here before I head to Whistler?
Thanks so much for the help everyone!
Probably best to buy things as the need arises. Otherwise there’s so much stuff you can buy based on what you think you’ll need (I have fallen victim to this before).
Keep an eye on the forums and we can all catch up when we are in Whistler. 
Any reason you are thinking North Face? By all means they are good jackets but are generally over priced compared to normal snowboarding brands… and with sales on at the moment, your local store might be able to get you a better deal on something that looks cooler (in my opinion).
Balmoral Boards in Narrenburn (NSW) have some decent deals - http://www.balmoralboards.com.au/snowboarding/snowboarding-mens/mens-snow-jackets.html
Or you could always go via Torpedo7 if you really want to save some cash.
I’d promote the boardworld store but it seems Jeremy has no jackets :O
Probably best to buy things as the need arises. Otherwise there’s so much stuff you can buy based on what you think you’ll need (I have fallen victim to this before).
Keep an eye on the forums and we can all catch up when we are in Whistler.
Like Jez, I too have fallen for this, which is how I came back from whistler having to pay for an extra baggage. I’m hoping to avoid this on my next trip up.
Definitely be keeping an eye out to meet up. I know at times the Mrs will be working so I’ll be all so alone. =P
If that’s the case then i’m definitely up for that! I just wouldn’t want to hold people up that wanted to go all the way up the mountain.
Nah. I don’t think there’ll be a problem, people tend to board to their level over there I think and you should really just focus on your boarding as opposed to how you’re holding ppl back, as that usually creates undue pressure and more likely accidents.
Kinda like going on a motorbike ride in a big group. Focus on yourself and it’ll all sort it self out at the end point. Plus if someone wants to gun it, they can loop you a few times, so it’s good value for them.
Any reason you are thinking North Face? By all means they are good jackets but are generally over priced compared to normal snowboarding brands… and with sales on at the moment, your local store might be able to get you a better deal on something that looks cooler (in my opinion).
Balmoral Boards in Narrenburn (NSW) have some decent deals - http://www.balmoralboards.com.au/snowboarding/snowboarding-mens/mens-snow-jackets.html
Or you could always go via Torpedo7 if you really want to save some cash.
I’d promote the boardworld store but it seems Jeremy has no jackets :O
I’m English so unfortunately can’t use those sites. Just from experience, I really like North Face jackets. If my last jacket hadn’t been stolen at a gig I wouldn’t have needed to buy a new one. I’m not a huge fan of colourful jackets, would definitely prefer a plain black one!
I’ve had a look through sales, but there doesn’t seem to much on here this year. I was comparing prices in North America with over here and it works out quite a bit cheaper to get it when i’m there. I’ll probably just try and find one in NY or Vancouver. The sales will be over but it’ll still be about £80/$145 cheaper.
Probably best to buy things as the need arises. Otherwise there’s so much stuff you can buy based on what you think you’ll need (I have fallen victim to this before).
Keep an eye on the forums and we can all catch up when we are in Whistler.
Like Jez, I too have fallen for this, which is how I came back from whistler having to pay for an extra baggage. I’m hoping to avoid this on my next trip up.
It looks like i’m already going to fall for that! Had no idea that you didn’t get a single checked bag on domestic flights in North America. I’m either going to have to try and pack everything into one holdall or end up paying about $150 per flight for baggage.
I’m English so unfortunately can’t use those sites. Just from experience, I really like North Face jackets. If my last jacket hadn’t been stolen at a gig I wouldn’t have needed to buy a new one. I’m not a huge fan of colourful jackets, would definitely prefer a plain black one!
I’ve had a look through sales, but there doesn’t seem to much on here this year. I was comparing prices in North America with over here and it works out quite a bit cheaper to get it when i’m there. I’ll probably just try and find one in NY or Vancouver. The sales will be over but it’ll still be about £80/$145 cheaper.
That works, I love my colourful jackets lol. There are plenty of other black jackets, just look around but I agree that you should wait until you get to Canada. Just remember that you need to add tax which is 12% in BC so a $300 jacket is $336 (which means you won’t save as much as you originally thought.
It looks like i’m already going to fall for that! Had no idea that you didn’t get a single checked bag on domestic flights in North America. I’m either going to have to try and pack everything into one holdall or end up paying about $150 per flight for baggage.
I just flew all around the states on domestic flights and always had 2 carry on bags up to 10kg. Just check what it says on the website when you’re booking but they pretty much have to give you something.
I got away with a massively packed sports bag (35L) and a fully packed backpack (20L?) on all my flights
Kamloops -> Vancouver -> Toronto -> Boston -> Chicago -> NYC -> Vegas -> LA
Ha, I keep forgetting about the tax!. I’ve had a quick comparison and it still works out quite a bit cheaper than buying one here too. I might even see if I can find any good deals in NY or LA.
As for the luggage problem, I don’t think I could fit everything into that little space. If I was just going to Whistler then maybe, but i’m planning on moving to Vancouver after the season and hopefully staying there for a year or more. I’ve solved it anyway, I think i’m gonna get the train. It takes a few days, but i’ve done it before and it was alright. It’s also cheaper than flying and you get two free large checked bags.
That’s also quite some journey! All in the one trip?!
For those considering buy stuff in seattle or the USA and driving back to Canada, you’ll have to pay duty/tax at the border. (or at least you’re suppose to, if you get caught they dont like you very much) So subtract that from your possible savings.
re the luggage problem I don’t remember having that and flew SFO/SEA/SFO
on flights not connected to my orignal international ticket…