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Mandible VI

Lake Tahoe

Tight tree definied Mandible Chute

Freeride Skiing Moderate

Distance
1 km
Ascent
0 m
Descent
144 m
Low Point
2.3 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
25˚
Mandible VI Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's extremely remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 2.3 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 1 km, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 144 vertical metres of descent.

Description

This is very similar to MIV and MV but is a little bit trickier due to it being surrounded by trees. It's still quite short but holds snow well due to the additional tree protection

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

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

between January and April

Features

  • Face
  • Trees
  • Walk Required

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