Although the large serac overhanging the line has become more benign in recent years, it is still best not to climb the line. Instead, approach via skinning up the North Face of Mont Blanc du Tacul. If there is too great an avalanche risk on the Tacul North Face, it is also possible to climb just to climber's left side of the Tacul Triangle on ice up to 60 degrees. After locating the entrance to the top of the Gervassutti Couloir, be sure to test out the snow before committing, the top can sometimes be very icy. Ski down and traverse out right before skiing the fall line. Skin back to the Midi or continue down the classic Vallée Blanche.