Christmas in the Wasatch can be unpredictable. Some years we feel that Santa may have left us hanging, while other years, like this one, he comes through just in time. Prior to last weekend, we wondered if a White Christmas was in the cards. The past few days resolved that doubt. With a couple major dumpings, Christmas night's was special, dropping 16-20" of extremely water deprived snow.
Day 1- December 26th
Sticking to lines of caution and in cold temperatures, Justin W. and I enjoyed low-angle deep skiing at one of our favorite spots. While sticking to the same area, each lap produced it's own version of holiday cheer. The skiing was, well, remarkable.
Day 2- December 27th (today)
Things had stabilized more. With limited time, at 7 AM and while exiting our car, Justin W. and I noticed headlamps near the top of pole line. It seemed like everyone wanted Superior, as there was a stack of groups making their voyage to the top. We did too. Amazing morning light filled our vision. We were fortunate to be the first two in the mainline from the top. After checking stability, we gorged on deep untracked powder, that at the time was perfect. The snow quantity and pitch made for some sluffing near the top.
Gear note- Camp Magic Jacket greatly complimented our travels. Even though temps were nearing zero, we used them both up and down.
Day 1
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| Justin showing the way |
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| Justin pushing off. |
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| One of those days |
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| Enjoying our own highway |
Day 2
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| DF and dawn |
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| Justin moving up |
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| Justin, faceshot |
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| Me just below top couloir |
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| Me skiing through our sluff from the top |
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| Justin middle apron |
Mmmm...looks incredible. I'm jealous.
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