Winery Chutes
A chute off the Te Mata Hike
Freeride Skiing Difficult
- Distance
- 253 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 158 m
- Low Point
- 150 m
- High Point
- 308 m
- Gradient
- 42˚
This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and February. From a low point of 150 m to the maximum altitude of 308 m, the route covers 253 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 158 vertical metres of descent.
Description
A chute, pretty open easy to make large turns
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
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