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Freeride canale NW Scalino

Risalita fino al Cornetto - cresta - discesa con gli sci

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance
3.1 km
Ascent
7 m
Descent
773 m
Low Point
2.2 km
High Point
2.9 km
Gradient
48˚
Freeride canale NW Scalino Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between November and April. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.9 km, the route covers 3.1 km, 7 vertical metres of ascent and 773 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.2 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Freeride NW couloir Pizzo Scalino. A careful evaluation of the snow pack stability is required

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

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

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

between November and April

Features

  • Bowl
  • Couloir

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons