The Dome - Shames side country

Quick report

Weather

cold, foggy, sunny

Ride Type

alpineSlopes, denseTrees, steepSlopes, sunnySlopes

Stayed Away

convexSlopes

Riding Quality

amazing

Snow Conditions

powder, windAffected

Avalanche Conditions

avalancheConditionSnow

I wasn't looking for trouble but the alpine looked touchy. All aspects of The Dome were heavily wind affected. As visibility deteriorated and snowpack stability was in question atop, traversing toward the Zyamcord trees seemed like a bad idea. I elected to descend from The Dome through the safest route. I ski alone so no buddy rescue is possible if things go sideways. No snowpack stability issues were observed but I sensed dangers lurking. Great line!!!