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West Twin

Breckenridge

Salida

Farthest run off the Twin Chutes Traverse with many wind drifts

Freeride Skiing Difficult

Distance
293 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
122 m
Low Point
3.5 km
High Point
3.6 km
Gradient
32˚
West Twin Map

A wind drifted, fun open run off the top of Twin Chutes. Winds are usually high in this area as well as visibility. It is open and can be very soft and powdery. However, the drifts can be firm and tough. The bottom exit flattens out, and you my require a push to get back into the Windows.

Description

West Twin Chute is the steepest pitch on peak the north side of peak 9, and despite it being very short, it is totally worth the effort. From the top of the peak 9 access road, continue hiking west toward the peak 9 bowl until you get up and over ridge, and are staring down at west twin chute, which is also the steepest of the twin chutes. The run out is long, technical, and spans almost the entire valley between peak 8 and peak 9. Keep the run out to the right, and it will be much easier to get back to chair E. Stay to far left, and you will wind up struggling to stay on the right side of the boundary rope.

Difficulty

Difficult

Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.

Medium Exposure (E2)

2 out of 4

As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Features

  • Trees

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