Burstall Romp

Map for Mountain Information Network report: Burstall Romp

Snow conditions

Riding quality was:
Good
Snow conditions were:
  • Powder
  • Wind affected
We rode:
  • Mellow slopes
  • Open trees
We stayed away from:
  • Alpine slopes
  • Convex slopes
  • Steep slopes

Information

The day was:
  • Cloudy
  • Windy
Avalanche conditions
  • Slab avalanches today or yesterday.
  • 30cm + of new snow, or significant drifting, or rain in the last 48 hours.
  • Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Comments

Found good quality skiing on sheltered, east aspects near tree line. 15-20cm of new snow has been redistributed by SW winds near ridge top and in the alpine. Fresh wind slabs (20-50cm deep) reacted to skier traffic in immediate lee, convex features.

Nice day out!