Acid Tester
Hand Charge route to 10,500, Fall line tree skiing to top of Chute.
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Ascent
- 381 m
- Descent
- 592 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.6 km
- High Point
- 3.2 km
- Gradient
- 32˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 2.6 km to the maximum altitude of 3.2 km, the route covers 3.6 km, 381 vertical metres of ascent and 592 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.1 and Labande grade 3. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
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Description
One of the best North facing chutes in the Area
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Couloir
- Tree Skiing
Equipment required
- Skins