Canale Ovest Monte Palabione
Aprica
Canale Ovest Monte Palabione + discesa dal versante Nord
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Ascent
- 281 m
- Descent
- 402 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.9 km
- High Point
- 2.4 km
- Gradient
- 54˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 1.9 km to the maximum altitude of 2.4 km, the route covers 1.2 km, 281 vertical metres of ascent and 402 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 4.3 and Labande grade 5. You'll need skins, ice axe and crampons to complete it safely.
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Description
Data l'esposizione del canale è facile trovare in buone condizioni per salirlo e allo stesso tempo trovare neve polverosa sul versante nord. in buone condizioni fattibile la discesa dal canale.
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
- Alpine
- Cliffs
- Couloir
- Tree Skiing
- Single Descent
- Ski Mountaineering
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe
- Crampons