For years, skiers and riders have relied on PeakRankings for clear, data-driven ratings and reviews of ski resorts, gear, and winter experiences. In an industry increasingly saturated with sponsored content, the platform has built a reputation for honest, independent reporting through its in-depth website and growing YouTube channel. Now, PeakRankings is entering a new chapter with the expansion of PeakHouse trips, curated group adventures that bring its community together on the slopes.
From Reviews to Real-World Adventures
PeakHouse trips are built by skiers and riders who know these destinations inside and out. After years of reviewing resorts, the PeakRankings team has spent countless days on the ground figuring out what makes each mountain special, from terrain layout and snow reliability to lift systems and crowd patterns. That insider knowledge is what shapes every itinerary.
Each trip is designed for people who want to check a dream destination off their list but haven’t found the right crew to make it happen. Maybe their friends hesitate to commit to a big trip to Japan, or their usual skiing group isn’t ready for the terrain on an intermediate, advanced, or expert-focused trip. PeakHouse makes it simple to join a group of like-minded skiers and riders who are excited to explore together. Participants travel to places like Vermont, the Rockies, the Alps, and Japan, experiencing the resorts alongside others who share the same passion for skiing and riding.
Why It Matters for the Skiing Community
Skiing and riding can be incredibly social, but for many people, finding the right group to travel with is a real challenge. Friends back home might love the idea of a big trip but hesitate when it’s time to commit. Others might not have the skills or confidence for destinations that involve more advanced terrain. As a result, plenty of skiers end up skipping bucket-list trips altogether, even though they’re eager to go.
Planning these kinds of trips can also feel overwhelming. Whether it’s navigating multiple resorts in one region or figuring out how to make a Japan powder trip work, the research and logistics can stop people before they even book a flight. PeakHouse is designed to remove those barriers. By handling the planning and creating a down-to-earth group setting, the program makes it easy for skiers and riders to join unforgettable trips without needing to build their own plan from scratch.
Staying Independent While Expanding
Growth often comes with pressure to change, but PeakRankings says its mission remains the same: to provide honest, independent information for winter sports enthusiasts. Founder Sam Weintraub built the platform on the belief that transparency and rigor matter, and the team plans to keep that approach front and center as the business evolves.
Product and resort reviews will continue to follow the same methodology, without influence from advertisers or partners. While PeakHouse trips give people a chance to travel and test alongside the team, editorial coverage will remain separate from any commercial considerations. The trips are an extension of the community, not a shift in priorities.
Expanding Beyond Winter
PeakRankings is also branching out beyond skiing with the launch of PeakHouse hiking trips, which follow a similar philosophy to the winter program. These summer and shoulder-season adventures focus on world-class national parks and alpine destinations, pairing thoughtful itineraries with the same community-driven approach. Participants explore some of the most iconic hiking areas in North America and abroad without having to worry about complicated planning or finding a crew to go with.
A Natural Next Step
The move into group travel reflects how PeakRankings has grown beyond just a website and YouTube channel. The trips bring people together on the mountain, give the team new ways to gather real-world insights, and help foster a sense of community among skiers and riders who care about the same things: honest information and great experiences.
Upcoming PeakHouse trips will visit a mix of classic and emerging destinations, with opportunities for both seasoned winter sports goers and those looking to push their limits in good company. You can find out more information about their Vermont, Austria, Washington State, Whistler, Utah, Southern Colorado, Chile, and Japan (sold out) ski trips and Hawaii, Matterhorn, Banff, and New Hampshire hiking trips, with more to be announced soon.
