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Sideways Shuffle

Bridger Bowl

South Bridgers

Alternate route into Between the Peaks

Freeride Skiing Severe

Distance
397 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
255 m
Low Point
2.5 km
High Point
2.8 km
Gradient
37˚
Sideways Shuffle Map

This is a popular freeride skiing route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features high exposure (e3) and is typically done in January, February and April. From a low point of 2.5 km to the maximum altitude of 2.8 km, the route covers 397 m, 0 vertical metres of ascent and 255 vertical metres of descent. You'll need skins and crampons to complete it safely.

Description

Sideways Shuffle is a great option for corn skiing as it gets sun baked in the spring. You can access it but skiing down Skyline for about 400 ft and then leaning right. The top section doesn’t go directly down the fall line so it can be pretty nerve racking.

Difficulty

Severe

Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.

High Exposure (E3)

3 out of 4

In case of a fall, death is highly likely.

Remoteness

2 out of 4

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

in January, February and April

Features

  • Bowl
  • Face
  • Cliffs
  • Couloir
  • Walk Required

Equipment required

  • Skins
  • Crampons

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