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West Wishbone Couloir
Durango
Off the South side of Grand Turk
Ski Touring Difficult
- Distance
- 426 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 271 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 3.7 km
- High Point
- 3.9 km
- Gradient
- 37˚
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This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and May. From a low point of 3.7 km to the maximum altitude of 3.9 km, the route covers 426 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 271 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.
Description
Good, accessible couloir
Difficulty
Difficult
Serious gradient of 30-38 degrees where a real risk of slipping exists.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
Equipment required
- Skins
- Crampons