Much tricker alternative to Lower West Gully

Statistics

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281

m

42

max°

Difficulty

FATMAP difficulty grade

Severe

Description

This is a very popular alternative to the lower half of the Eastern Couloir as it truly ends the run with a bang.

Needle Chute is a very tight line that either requires a mandatory straight-line or very precise and tight jump-turns.

For many, this is a great introduction to straight-lining as the consequence of falling isn't too bad as you're at the bottom of the hill.

If the snowpack is low, there's a chance that you'll have mandatory air or a rock-riddled chute which can complicate things.

Overall, this is a must do alternative to the lower part of the Eastern Couloir if you have the ability to do it!