PlanetSKI Has Shrunk

17th December 2025

As we begin a 2-month ski trip in Canada it appears our editor, James Cove, has somewhat diminished in size.

“Apart from an RV I don’t think I have ever driven a vehicle where my nose just about reaches the top of the side mirror.”

PlanetSKI’s Chevrolet Silverado for our 2-month Canadian ski trip. Image © PlanetSKI

“Back in the UK I drive a 2-seater Mazda MX5 sports car which would almost fit in the back behind the driver’s cab.

“But there’s going to be a bit of mileage involved as we head round to report on some of the finest resorts that Alberta and British Columbia have to offer, so it seems an appropriate vehicle is needed.

“It’s a Chevrolet Silverado – armed with winter tyres, 4×4 drive and a 2.7L Turbo Max engine (whatever that is).”

PlanetSKI’s Chevrolet Silverado for our 2-month Canadian ski trip. Image © PlanetSKI

PlanetSKI’s Chevrolet Silverado for our 2-month Canadian ski trip. Image © PlanetSKI

PlanetSKI’s Chevrolet Silverado for our 2-month Canadian ski trip. Image © PlanetSKI

And for the petrol-heads amoung you:

• 310 hp [231 kW] @ 5600 rpm
• 430 lb-ft of torque [583 Nm] @ 3000 rpm
• Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission

Ahead of Xmas, The Beast will be taking us round Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mt Norquay in Alberta.

After that, who knows.

A few more resorts in Alberta – Castle Mountain, Marmot Basin, Kanaskis, Powderkeg and Fortress Mountain.

Then into BC with Kicking Horse, Revelstoke, Fernie, Panorama, Red, Whitewater and Sun Peaks on the agenda.

We have taken the precaution of obtaining an Indy Pass that gives access to a whole bunch of small and independent resorts that we have never heard of.

Mainly we are going to be following our nose and finding the powder.

The Beast should be up to the task.

Canada awaits…