spring day out
Quick reportcrispy55 · Apr 15, 2026 · Kootenay Pass
Quick report
- Weather
- stormy
- Ride Type
- mellowSlopes
- Riding Quality
- amazing
- Snow Conditions
- powder
- Avalanche Conditions
- avalancheConditionSlab, avalancheConditionSound
Ski cut a size 1 on a WNW slope in steep glades. Slab propagated about 30m wide with crowns 10-20cm and ran out of sight, estimating 100-150m down slope. Decided to back off the slope as it was steeper and more open below. Chose to ski a mellow NE aspect that was wind-loaded and excellent skiing.