Whistler Blackcomb Opening Day 2024/2025

[@leefp6719]

Watching this while standing in the Whistler opening day line 😂

[@riseandalpine]

You're kidding me!!!! I love that. Hope you had as much fun today as I did. It was INSANE!

[@vancouverportlive]

Nice work turning this video out so quickly! I'll bet Vail won't mind this one...aside from gazing at the webcams all day, you are the go-to for Whistler Blackcomb conditions!

[@riseandalpine]

I look at the webcams so much. Imagine how much money they would make if they charged us for every minute we looked at them hahhaa. Guess I shouldn't give them any stupid ideas, they love those.

[@HaichuanYu-nj1ls]

​@riseandalpine imagine you need a subscription to watch the webcams lol. and it kinda make sense in Vail fashion lol

[@aaronks7222]

YO! I'm the gent shouting back at you from Excelerator Express chair on the first lap. Couldn't contain the stoke! Great to see you out crushing opening day and getting the edit out on the double. Have a great 2024-2025 season everyone.

[@riseandalpine]

What a day! Have a wicked season brother!

[@jwommy10]

When rise and alpine uploads everything in my life must go on hold

[@davesalvisburg9569]

From Ontario……no one better!!!

[@riseandalpine]

You're the best!

[@Skibum2023]

That was incredible! Thanks for taking us east coast skiers for the ride! Love your vids brother. Ski safe and enjoy the season. Keep the vids coming….

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks brother. You have an amazing season as well.

[@Howyboi]

We are officially back!

[@riseandalpine]

100%

[@AP_MLB]

0:21 I checked those webcams at 3 am est… they were all in line. Absolute legends

[@riseandalpine]

It looked like a tent city in the lift line hahahha

[@liamcolton4625]

Quote of the season "this is the only drinkable hot sauce that's worth drinking"

[@riseandalpine]

I need to hire this guy!

[@tarfeef101]

That was the best opening day I've had, for sure. Waited up top for the Jersey Cream drop, was 100% worth it. Got more creative after that on the next runs, but still tons of pow around for sure. We got to 7th early and skinned up from the bottom, so got to hit the groomers totally untouched, that was soooo good. Our last lap was around where your 7th ones were, you probably skied through our tracks, figured that side would get less people since you gotta walk further up. The snow was so light for the coast too, one of my best ski days for sure in terms of quality per run.

[@riseandalpine]

Awesome you were running a similar system to me! Jersey was loaded with snow. Did ya rip Whistler today too?

[@mattih]

Incredibly jealous! That looked sooooo good for opening day

[@riseandalpine]

Dude!!! Whistler side opened today and it was even more ridiculous hahahah. Off to a wicked start. You making it out to Whis again this season?

[@jackhendricks4751]

Been waiting for this this video for 5 months, thanks for taking us with you James, can't wait to be back in January. Much love brother from Perth Western Australia

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks for the love from Perth! Stoked for you to get back out here. It's about to be one hell of a season!

[@kentye8514]

Nice bumping into you at the Big Red chair lift today!! Was literally watching this clip before bed last night to prepare for my first day of my season today! Keep making sick clips!!! Been enjoying them A LOT - Kent🤜🤛

[@riseandalpine]

Great running into ya Kent! What a day it was. Still frothing!

[@tylertanta8584]

My Whistler weeks are some of my favorite moments of the year. So stoked to see it loaded so early!!!

[@riseandalpine]

Can't believe how good it is right now. Today was even better!

[@Durataur]

Hey I had the driveshaft blow on my truck as well, we have the same truck (2011 F150 crew cab, 6.5 foot box) Mine happened in the summer, I ended up buying one off of Amazon Canada for like $650 ($650 cheaper than the shop quoted) and it was 7 bolts to replace! I have had 0 issues with the new driveshaft! I highly recommend it!

[@riseandalpine]

No way! So glad to hear that worked. I literally ordered one on amazon too. Since I live close to the US I got it sent to a PO box and only spent like $350 bucks on it. Shop quoted me like $1600 too LOL. What brand was yours?

[@Durataur]

@@riseandalpine nice man! That’s awesome to hear. Mine was called A-premium. I have about 15000km on it now and it has been flawless. I live in Kelowna so it wasn’t quite an option to go across the line at Osoyoos with the shape mine was in.

[@iuripinheiro8754]

Another amazing video, thank you my friend!

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@magnusvanoordt2137]

how am I only just finding this channel, soo good! what's that stuff you have before dropping?

[@divineashler]

When seeing your new video, my day just got a whole lot better. You are an awesome skier. Sending you love from AB!💗

[@riseandalpine]

So happy to hear my videos brighten your day!

[@fritzkocher]

hell yeah James! Looked like one hell of an epic day brother!!!!!!!

[@riseandalpine]

Hell ya brother!

[@TuaGlazer]

THE WAIT IS OVER finally gonna cure my ski depression in 2 weeks LFG

[@riseandalpine]

So stoked for you! Almost there.

[@edclark1345]

Ahh feels good to be back

[@riseandalpine]

So damn good!

[@FritzFrank]

What an fantastic opening day. I wasn't sure if you had fun though. 😜 Love the excitement throughout the video.😎

[@riseandalpine]

Zero fun was had ;)

[@adamrr11]

Just a casual opening day banger from the goat! Hopefully one day I’ll get the chance to ski with ya!🔥

[@riseandalpine]

Always up for some turns!

[@BeetsByHometownBrew]

Hmmm yes. Excellent choice, sir. Very good, sir. Your powder, Me Lord. 👑

[@riseandalpine]

Yes, Yes, this seasons taste is quite fine, I must say

[@jameswest6085]

Great vid dude! The stoke is real loving the energy

[@riseandalpine]

Stoke was all time!

[@wilmoore5259]

Absolutely incredible opening day POW!

[@riseandalpine]

Totally! Just as good on the Whistler side today. Video dropping Monday!

[@Malinois_Whisper]

I hit the 🌲 so many times trying to ski along with you in my brain while watching ⛷️ 📺 😅

[@riseandalpine]

Love that you're doing VR skiing with me!

[@drivepro1]

@@riseandalpine Hey from NZ. I'm doing the same, using your vids to practice looking for the gaps in the trees. We turn up in Vancouver Feb 14th for a 33 day ski holiday, mainly at Silverstar. See ya there😎

[@GsprdDMN]

So glad to have met him !! That hot sauce was the hottest thing I have ever consumed ! (I was the second kid)

[@riseandalpine]

You're a legend!!!

[@fmbjmf]

This was a good one James! I smiled through the whole thing.

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks forr smiling with me!

[@Yooouser584]

YESSSS!!! I am really happy for you! The start of your best and most successful season yet! Hot sauce cheers!

[@riseandalpine]

CHEERS!

[@alaindionne1641]

Ohhh baby! Opening day for us tomorrow! Let’s goooo thanks for getting the stoke up early this year James. We love you🫶

[@riseandalpine]

So stoked you're riding tomorrow!!! Get after it Alain!!

[@COGMOFWOC7]

Awesome video. Great skiing.

[@riseandalpine]

Way too much fun!

[@csmith0244]

Bada🦆🦆 video man. Whistler is 💯 a goal to hit someday! Going to start playing lords of the land every time I pull into the resort now lol.

[@riseandalpine]

Ayyeee Love it dude! Hope ya make it out here one day. You will absolutely ducking love it!

[@ccarmichael]

this was the Stoke I needed today! Thank you Sir! Can't wait to see Peak Chair soon ⛷

[@riseandalpine]

I'm itching for some Peak Chair action!

[@riseandalpine]

Today's opening day on the Whis side was crazy! Will post Monday!

[@Stuffingmad]

Can't wait for this new winter season of videos!

[@riseandalpine]

It's gonna be incredible!

[@choski76]

Incredible day w all that pow.

[@riseandalpine]

Insane start eh!

[@andrewwhiting5831]

So jealous you already have all that bonkers terrain, but I’m even more stoked to see you shred it

[@riseandalpine]

So lucky out here at Whistler. It's always wild that Opening days are so full on. This resort is something else.

[@goodluck9089]

that was a fun day! i hiked up the first time with you, dropped early and skipped the sharks... Greg

[@riseandalpine]

Yoo Greg! Hope you had a great lap down. I feel like the trees were the play eh. They are always the play early season. Did ya rip Whis today? It was insane too.

[@imadrawing1134]

i thought i saw you yesterday !!! too bad i didnt confirm should have say hi to you ! all the best !

[@riseandalpine]

Don't be afraid to come by and give me a hi-five!

[@johnklaus9111]

WIsh I were skiing! 😊 Great vids as always!!!! 🎉🎉

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks John! Life is always better when you're skiing.

[@johnklaus9111]

@riseandalpine Got those first laps on the East Coast today!!! November skiing requires belief! If you blow the snow they will come!!!! Did get 3-5 in over the last 2 days which didn't hurt. Driving through Fraconia Notch was a Surreal Winter setting.

[@Destiny-I-Draw-Things]

Incredible opening day! New chair looks cool out there.

[@riseandalpine]

New chair is slick! Should move people around pretty good if they get some staff to organize people into groups of 6 LOL. There's something about getting 6 people on a lift that is a struggle.

[@lawrencemckenna6428]

Such sick lines so early into the season! Say hi to Turtle at Blackcomb Day Lodge! Looking forward to your Whistler upload.

[@riseandalpine]

Turtle? Will do :).

[@lawrencemckenna6428]

@@riseandalpine His name is Eric and he's my old roomie and bud from Whistler. He is hands down one of the best ski and board tuners in the business. You can find him at the Blackcomb Daylodge or in the guts of the Carleton lodge. If you are ever stuck, he's the man to help ya!

[@martinnelson2137]

If you close your eyes while watching this vlog you would probably think you were watching an X rated film. The stoke was high and should be expected in these conditions. It's great to see you in your element. Cheers. M.

[@riseandalpine]

Martin dude. I was thinking the same thing. Early season breathing was out of control hhahhaa. Glad youtube hasn't de monetized this yet LOL.

[@420handgrenades]

BRO you are the reason I bought an edge pass this year xD Whistler cant complain about the free adverts!

[@riseandalpine]

Dude, great season to bite on the edge card!

[@phoenix_heart1111]

Bro, sick video's! Keep killing it doing awesome work!

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks bro!

[@jacksheehan2033]

those shots on top of 7th were beauuuuutiful!

[@riseandalpine]

It always feels like home up there!

[@GumpterCrayon]

when you dropped this video i was first in line at Big white drinking beers with new friends. Day 6 FORD GET THIS MAN A NEW TRUCK

[@riseandalpine]

Lift lines and beers are such a good combo. How was opening?

[@GumpterCrayon]

@@riseandalpine so fucking cracked dude. wasnt in any condition to do more than 2 laps lol

[@45shrike]

I’ll be there Saturday - Thursday. LFG!

[@riseandalpine]

See ya up there!

[@paulcentineo4174]

Let the games begin! Looks great!! We actually got snow in Jersey today, psyched!!! 😝

[@riseandalpine]

Ayyyeee! Stoked to hear Jersey got a dusting!

[@willcole2060]

So amped to start the season in my area looked so good.

[@riseandalpine]

Enjoy those first turns!

[@BrennenL]

Just a remarkable video, hell yeah.

[@riseandalpine]

Hell ya brother!

[@smurfy-u4z]

looks awesome cant wait to go up there myself

[@riseandalpine]

You're going to love it!

[@SenseiDecay]

Hard to ask for a better opening day than that, wow.

[@riseandalpine]

Just wait until Monday's video. Whistler's opening day today was NUTTY.

[@lovetoride9646]

I wish I could ski like you do.

[@riseandalpine]

I'm super lucky to have been able to live so closeby to great mountains and get out lots!

[@Nic-cr8hw]

Moving out to Kamloops from Toronto Ontario in January, can’t wait to be able to ski all the time

[@riseandalpine]

Such a good move dude! Super close to tons of mountains.

[@Nic-cr8hw]

@ I got the line chronic 95s i’m just an average skier. Don’t get skiing too often since I live in Ontario, but now moving out there, hopefully can really advance my skiing skills.

[@BeetsByHometownBrew]

@@Nic-cr8hw My dude. Wifekin & I made the move out in '22 We're on the AB side close to Castle & Fernie. We had just started skiing again in Ontario. Usually 3 or 4 times a season. Drive to Tremblant, or Blue etc. Or fly out Westjet to Calgary and do the pow loop. Figured we'd cut out the middle man. We absolutely LOVE it. It's snowing balls outside my window, rite now. I was on Head Rev85 This will be the first year that I have 106. Believe me, get wider skis, and you will have an easier time advancing. It's been a blast, and we've skiied some real deep snow, it's still fun as hell on narrower skis, but it requires more effort, and the margins are slimmer. If it's deep enough those tips will wanna dive on you. I've done more than enough super-mans full double dismount, just because the snow was so abundant. Too fast on slim jims and you're going lawn dart mode. LoL Wife and I have skiied stuff that we'd have never dreamed of back east, but just ski alot, and the comfort level will increase. It's just as much about having a blast, and a frosty glass at the tip, as it is advancement. Don't worry, that will come with the fun. We're even beginning to think about some back country approaches, because we have some nice vert right outside our front & back doors.. You'll be in wonderland living in the mountains. Cheers!

[@Nic-cr8hw]

@ I will have to upgrade again now that I’m moving out there full-time I just wanted to ski that can do a little bit of everything in Ontario, Quebec and a bit in BC but now I’m for sure gonna have to get another set

[@BeetsByHometownBrew]

@@Nic-cr8hw 95 is better than 85, put it that way. But when it snows, you're gonna want some float. You'll have enough days where the 95's will kill it for you, tho. Not every day is a knee-deep deal, but when it is, get your monies worth. You'll literally be able to spend the next several years exploring all the resorts, and all the rest of it. Summer is epic, too. If you're into hiking, quading, mtb, camping, fishing, hunting etc...Paradise.

[@bert29]

6:20 Pretending like you were gonna stop is wild lol. I mean unless they were like HHHEEELLLLPPPP you were gone lol and I would do the same.

[@riseandalpine]

I always look to make sure people aren't stuck and their head is above snow. They said they were all good! LOL. Very tough to stop on a pow day but it's always good to check in!

[@augustbilliau12321]

I'm from the east in vermont just waiting for our first real snow. You're out here swimming in pow. I feel qutie left out in the stoke. But hey, soon...

[@riseandalpine]

Hold on my brother in stoke!

[@GuilhermePulice]

it was inddeed a good day, next time we bump, i'll take that shot!! nice lines dude

[@riseandalpine]

Hell ya brother!

[@Arthur__Morgan_]

That’s better than the best powder days in my mountain

[@riseandalpine]

We've got it real good out here.

[@oliver4654]

LETS GOOO. I knew you'd be there

[@riseandalpine]

Of course!

[@OLIVERTODD1]

Bro!!!!! I’m in AUS and I’m fkn jealous!!! Best vids on YT

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks for the love from AUS Oliver!

[@NdnsNsns-z7b]

LOOKS GREAT!!!

[@riseandalpine]

Soo much fun!

[@chadk4893]

Awesome early season conditions! I'm there next Thursday and Friday. Can't wait!!

[@riseandalpine]

Great timing!

[@Vspspxrk]

Today was insane can’t wait for the alpine to open its finna be so hype I also saw you in the round house when I was leaving. ski fast burn ass

[@riseandalpine]

Alpine opening is going to be insane eh!

[@thomaspetersen1590]

Man, been waiting for this one

[@riseandalpine]

Monday's upload is gonna be good too!

[@joebarthram596]

God damn, I wish I was there this season 😭 it looks like an amazing start!

[@riseandalpine]

Wish you were here too! Insane start. Today on the Whistler side was even Crazier!

[@Forhoris2]

Watching this right after skiing Whistler opening day😊

[@riseandalpine]

How good was today eh?

[@Forhoris2]

@@riseandalpineinsane dude!

[@madcnd4740]

Great Vid - looks like you found some pillows !

[@riseandalpine]

Found so many good little pockets! Can't wait to share the next video with everyone.

[@skryptofv]

I skied at Sunshine a couple weeks ago and it was amazing. There was only one run open but there was enough powder for fun, there was nobody in the lines, and tickets were half off of course. I love your videos bro

[@riseandalpine]

That's unreal! Sunshine is amazing.

[@AlpineLifeProductions]

Maaaaaaaaaaaan, i knew i should have taken the day off to get out there 😢. Let the shredding begin, praying for big dumps 🙏 🫡🫡

[@riseandalpine]

Always worth the day of work. Today's opening on the Whistler's side was equally as awesome.

[@wigglz]

I really envy you right now..... We have green grass here in Quebec currently.

[@riseandalpine]

Damn! Hope the QC lads get some snow soon.

[@juneee7067]

LETS GOOOOOOO going there during christmas break I can't wait 😁

[@riseandalpine]

It's gonna be awesome!

[@markhills628]

That was so much fun to watch! A new Rise & Alpine drop is always the best way to start the day. But just wondering - how many bottles of hot sauce were harmed in the making of this vid? Your pockets/bag must chock full of them. And congrats on 35K subs - they're coming with a rush. Speaking for myself, I hope you never feel the pressure to leave the mountain just to get a vid out. Stoke before content. Having said that, can't wait for the next one haha.

[@riseandalpine]

We went through 3 bottles and even more today. Not going to lie, the guts are feeling it. Legs are feeling strong though. Appreciate that Mark. That's why I stayed at the hill until 5! Skiing always comes first. Also, when the snow is this good, you just can't stop!

[@rileyoconnor2276]

Yipee opening day video.

[@riseandalpine]

It's only going up from here!

[@saraw6710]

Watching on an Oculus!!! Awesome!

[@riseandalpine]

No way! Does it look cool?

[@MrSmith-rk4jq]

i hate and love this video right now

[@riseandalpine]

I'm so sorry. But not too sorry ;).

[@KevinSmith-wr1sy]

The most stoked dude on KZbin by far 🤣

[@riseandalpine]

I just can't help it. Love skiing so much.

[@BravoBrickStudios-tz8np]

didn't make it but sure glad you did it looks awesome

[@riseandalpine]

Such a wicked start!

[@patchcuratolo5201]

Mr I35 burnin some much ass also idk how you ski in those trees they look so tight lol, great video brosef

[@riseandalpine]

My strategy is always "don't think just ski" hahaha

[@jeffjensen27]

Hey ☝️5 Months And Counting Down To CLOSING Day! Tick Tock, Tick Tock. Every Day Is A Day Closer To Closing Day! Can’t Wait!

[@riseandalpine]

More like 8 months! Either you're the grinch or a mountain biker hahaha

[@ieee-d5c]

upstate ny got 8 inches im going on sunday super ready for first turns

[@riseandalpine]

Love that! Enjoy!

[@mackie_p]

Let’s gooooo! We about to have a big ol dump here in Alberta 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@riseandalpine]

Love to hear that. Shout out to BERTA!

[@Theboys_biking]

Sweet video 🎉

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks!

[@Siena_the_random_person]

This looks like so much fun, I have school so I can’t ski opening day. But I’m heading up tonight to ski tomorrow

[@riseandalpine]

Hope you had a wicked day!

[@Siena_the_random_person]

@ yup I definitely did!

[@nepaleseinchina]

Nice snow

[@riseandalpine]

Just perfect eh!

[@alainbrouillaud484]

James…. that would be a great day at any ski resort ANYWHERE!! Absofreakin’ amazing tree skiing… nice pillow shots… tons of “no way Dude”.. “whooo”… bottles of Liquid Courage consumed… positive vibes all around… mucho recognition from WB locals… “Powderificness” all around! Can a video be any better? Thankfully you didn’t fall into the creek… thankfully the “sharks” didn’t ruin anything. You should have hit “Dalton’s Draw” not bumped up. I was so blown away I watched this twice!!

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks for the extra view! Man.... What a start. If this is any sign of what's to come, this season is about to be crazy.

[@LOST4C]

Can’t wait to get up there

[@riseandalpine]

It's gonna be sick!

[@yellowflag4803]

I have been feining for the mountain

[@riseandalpine]

Froth to the max!

[@yellowflag4803]

@@riseandalpine I yearn for the slopes

[@bayfish_9156]

My local ski area (about 1 and a half hours from the peace arch boarder in the US) opened yesterday, I could not go ten, but I am going tomorrow!

[@riseandalpine]

Enjoy tomorrow! Happy opening day!

[@bayfish_9156]

@@riseandalpine thanks, I hope the pacific north west gets many pow days this season

[@Drwexter]

Amazing video dude! Now that you're full time ski vlogger, you should consider moving somewhere into the mountains so you don't have to get up at 4am to rip. I know the pain all too well living in South Jersey and mainly riding in Upstate NY and VT. Minimum 3 hour drive.

[@riseandalpine]

Life keeps me in Vancouver but I got plenty of spots to crash at Whistler so it's not so bad. I always hang around town during the storms. Also I really love the S2S in general. But I don't disagree, living in an actual mountain town would be awesome.

[@Myo24]

Gr8 M8. Shout out From WA.

[@riseandalpine]

Thanks for the love from across the line!

[@Pianoman-f6h]

Let’s go!!!

[@riseandalpine]

YEEHAWWW!

[@HawgRiderBC]

See, I was prophetic about you needing a new vehicle!

[@riseandalpine]

You can see into the future!

[@Mei_the_swiftie]

Me watching this after i just returned from whistler 😊

[@riseandalpine]

How good was it eh?

[@muffinsthacat9903]

Great vid. I am a big fan i am wondering what kind of skis i should get i am 5 foot 7 and ant 110 lb and i like powder skiing and terain park.i live in B.C. canada

[@riseandalpine]

If you're just skiing pow 104-110 underfoot will be awesome. However, mixing in park you want something a little skinnier maybe 98-99. All brands freeride skis are amazing these days. I'd try and see which ones are the cheapest. Maybe someone in the comments has better advice than me!

[@BradMcFeters]

Lots of Black Friday deals on last year's gear, check out the Line skis website.

[@Untied_Shoelace]

I'm jealous. It's obvious now that Whistler is confident in opening late despite already having plenty of snow. This time, they’re holding out their opening date to ensure a more satisfying experience, rather than opening late with the bare minimum like they did last year. I’m so excited! I’m a skilled and passionate skier, and I’ll be in Whistler this January, somewhere between the 14th and 20th. Please consider inviting me to your crazy ski group. I would be super stoked to join and contribute to the team! I’m all in for the wild adventures, Let’s make it legendary! 🙃

[@riseandalpine]

This is the year to ski Whistler for sure. Today's opening on the Whistler side was even more wild & it's still snowing.

[@choski76]

Luv the "quack quack," or is it "ren ren"?

[@GijsDeshittyEngineer-qy2ti]

this is why i want to live in canada so baddd

[@riseandalpine]

We've got it good out here.

[@GijsDeshittyEngineer-qy2ti]

@riseandalpine i see😂

[@jonny8597]

Looks way better than Big White opening! We only got one chair and like 2 greens.

[@riseandalpine]

Whistler opening is always full on!

[@ShaneSKIS]

Sweet

[@riseandalpine]

So Sweet!

[@Jaredstthomas]

Nice

[@riseandalpine]

It's a good day to be alive eh!