A Bumpy Road to Sweet Success

Moguls events, held at Cypress Mountain, wowed Olympic spectators, as competitors attacked the course with energy, speed and poise. At the Men’s Moguls, Canadian Alexandre Bilodeau captured Canada’s first ever Olympic gold medal on Canadian soil. The atmosphere was absolutely electric. Former Canadian, and now Australian competitor, Dale Begg-Smith, took home the silver, and American Bryon Wilson scored bronze

Inspiring performances abounded in both the Women’s and Men’s Moguls events. And while podium finishes were born from years of training and the genetic-set of extraordinary athletes, a run on the moguls isn’t a feat reserved for pro skiers. While we may never ski the moguls quite like the Olympians, we can hone our craft. And there’s no place better to do that than the mogul runs of Whistler Blackcomb, where the options are many.

Whistler Blackcomb is known for its size, with more than 8,100 acres of skiable terrain, and variety of terrain which includes groomers, off-piste, terrain parks and of course bumps. There really is something for everyone, and mogul-enthusiasts are no exception.

Davies Dervish on Blackcomb Mountain has been the site of many moguls competitions, including World Cups. Davies Dervish features a near perfect fall line, and a face untouched by the handy work of a grooming machine. The result is top-to-bottom bumps that challenge. A “perfect” run on Davies Dervish remains an item on the bucket list for many ski enthusiasts.

For those seeking a more gentle introduction to mogul skiing, there are numerous options. Cruiser Bumps on Blackcomb offers a slightly gentler pitch, and Pale Face on Whistler is short enough to avoid serious lactic acid build-up.

For those considering not just terrain, but also amazing views and vistas, Whistler Bowl is a must. The variety of terrain offered by this single run can accommodate intermediate right through to expert — cornice jumping optional.

Whistler offers more than 8,100 acres of skiable terrain —200-plus trails, three glaciers, terrain parks, a Superpipe, alpine bowls, steeps, family zones and more — spread out over two side-by-side mountains and accessible via 38 lifts including the world record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. These impressive statistics translate into an extraordinary and completely customizable ski experience — choose to float through a perfect powder day, cruise scenic groomers, glide between Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain via the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola… the possibilities are almost limitless.

It’s thrilling to applaud Olympic freestyle skiers who extended the boundaries of the sport during the 2010 Winter Games. No matter what type of snow-riding makes you smile or where you prefer to point your skis, you can continue celebrating all winter in Whistler by skiing terrain that makes your spirit soar.