Ski mountaineering - easy exit level MS
Ski mountaineering - easy exit level MS
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In winter, the summer trails give way to expanses of snow on which to draw lines of ascent and descent, exploring the terrain, moving step by step, savouring the pleasure of discovery, entering a wild and spectacular world, but also treacherous if not approached with the right knowledge.
Upcoming dates
Upcoming dates
Technical equipment
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Freeride/Ski mountaineering skis
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Seal skins
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Ski poles
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Freeride/Ski Mountaineering Boots
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Avalanche transceivers
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Shovel
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
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Probe
Rental only upon reservation well in advance
Requirements & Material
Requirements:
Don't suffer from vertigo
Habit of walking uphill for several hours
Habituation to cold, even intense cold
Know how to descend a black slope safely (no snowplough), know how to cover at least 400 metres of altitude difference in 1 hour.
The climbing rate will never be less than 300 m/hour
Necessary material:
Complete ski mountaineering equipment, including avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe. All equipment can be rented upon reservation
Spacious backpack (30 litres)
Down filled comforter
Shoeller or Polartec pants
Technical underwear
Goretex shell
Two pairs of gloves, one light and one heavy
Cap
Sunscreen, cocoa butter
Sunglasses
If you do not have the material, ask for it a few days in advance and, as far as possible, we will find a solution together.
Technical details
Difficulty: MS - Medium Skier
Average travel time: Excursions will last an average of 5/7 hours.
Destinations
Dolomites: Agordo, Zoldo, San Martino di Castrozza, Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Destinations may vary depending on snow and weather conditions, they will be decided a few days before and communicated promptly.
Difficulty Scale Guide
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MS - Medium Skier
Easy slopes, up to 30 degrees.
Knowing how to safely descend a black slope (no snowplough) is a necessary condition.
The possible addition of an A MSA indicates the presence of mountaineering difficulties, such as rocky sections or glaciers that may require the use of crampons, ice axe, rope, helmet and harness.
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BS - Good Skier
Slopes up to 40 degrees, for short and slightly exposed sections
Knowing how to safely descend a black slope (no snowplough) is a necessary condition.
The possible addition of an A BSA indicates the presence of mountaineering difficulties, such as rocky sections or glaciers that may require the use of crampons, ice axe, rope, helmet and harness.
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OS - Excellent Skier
Slopes even over 40 degrees, obligatory and exposed passages.
Knowing how to safely descend a black slope (no snowplough) is a necessary condition.
The possible addition of an A OSA indicates the presence of mountaineering difficulties, such as rocky sections or glaciers that may require the use of crampons, ice axe, rope, helmet and harness.
Requests?
Do I need to know how to ski to go ski touring?
Yes, it is essential to know how to descend black slopes with good technique (no snowploughs)
Do I have to be very fit?
Ski mountaineering is generally a fairly strenuous activity, even for the most basic climbs you need to be in good physical shape and be used to walking uphill for several hours.
I don't have any equipment, is it possible to rent it?
Yes, it is possible to rent it, just book it at least two weeks in advance.
How do you behave in case of bad weather?
If the Alpine Guide deems that the conditions are adverse, he can cancel or postpone the excursion. In case of cancellation by the Alpine Guide, any deposit will be fully refunded or, in agreement with the client, retained for a possible other date.
Do you need a 4x4 to get to the meeting point?
Generally it is not necessary to have a four-wheel drive car, however since it is a strictly winter activity it is advisable to have winter tires and snow chains on board since you may have to face climbs and descents on snow-covered roads.
Information and Registration
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