Ken's - Crete Bedera
A beautiful and wider couloir on Bedera Ridge.
Freeride Skiing Severe
- Distance
- 317 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 202 m
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 2.4 km
- Gradient
- 46˚
This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and May. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 317 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 202 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Ken's is a beautiful wide couloir on Bedera. Enjoy the big turns! Info and photos at www.couloirquest.com. The difficulty rating for this route uses the posted FATMAP criteria.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Low Exposure (E1)
Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons