Super sucker

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Super sucker

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
OK
Snow conditions were:
  • Powder
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes
  • Dense trees
  • Mellow slopes
  • Open trees
  • Steep slopes
  • Sunny slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cold
  • Sunny
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Comments

Warmer than expected in the sun. Test profile at 1950 m. East aspect.

Compression test sudden collapse 41 cm down on a surface hoar/facet layer that was 3-4 mm

No results from ECT

Observed sled triggered slab avalanche (see photo)

Sled Tested steep unsupported slopes with no results.