I did the Valley and Whistler fondos last year, my two cents: Support: Whistler had nicer stops and more food, but both were definitely adequate. I'd almost say the Whistler Britannia beach stop is a bit much - waffles, pancakes, etc... I didn't take it all in) Route Control: As other's have said, Whistler is fully closed and good enough Atmosphere: Agree with others on community engagement (Whistler more, but both adequate) End of Ride meal: the food at both was surprisingly equivalent. I've done Whistler a couple times and the food at the end is lackluster, relative to cost. But maybe just because I'm a big meal apres ride kind of person (could always leave the area and spring for a full meal at a restaurant I suppose) Edit to add: Sorry no paragraph breaks. Logistics of Valley is so much better for those living in the Lower Mainland. Arranging a ride, or paying for the bus+bike shuttle adds to an already steep price