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Easton Halfpipe

Skier's Right down the bottom of the Easton

Ski Touring Moderate

Distance
5.3 km
Ascent
941 m
Descent
2 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1 km
High Point
2 km
Gradient
29˚
Easton Halfpipe Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between March and July. From a low point of 1 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 5.3 km, 941 vertical metres of ascent and 2 vertical metres of descent. You'll need rope, skins, ice axe and glacier kit to complete it safely.

Description

Ride from Big Sandy down to Schriber's Meadow

Difficulty

Moderate

Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.

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.

Best time to visit

between March and July

Features

  • Alpine
  • Single Descent
  • Ski Mountaineering

Equipment required

  • Rope
  • Skins
  • Ice axe
  • Glacier kit

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