The Chute Show
Red Mountain Resort
Rossland
One of RED's gnarliest lines down the backside of Grey Mountain
Freeride Skiing Severe
- Distance
- 265 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 169 m
- Low Point
- 1.8 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 42˚
This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 265 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 169 vertical metres of descent.
Description
The Chute Show is a cliff riddled zone which has some of the steepest and most technically difficult terrain at RED mountain
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Face
- Trees
- Cliffs