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benlittle
08-17-2010, 09:20 AM
I've searched but haven't found anything about this.

I want to do a winter backpacking/ xcountry ski trip this winter in Southern Utah. Has anyone done this or have any advice on trails?
Shan
08-17-2010, 12:11 PM
You might like this YouTube video from the Powderwhores...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-4XI-3-pn0

The Tushar Mountains have yurts rent, lots of terrain...
http://www.skitushar.com/

And then Bryce Canyon NP has xc skiing opportunities that I've always wanted to try...
http://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/winter.htm

(none of which I have done but would like to)
ststephen
08-17-2010, 12:55 PM
No beta on ski touring in Utah, but I've done some here in California. I would ask if you are sure you prefer X-country gear to telemark or randonee? If the terrain gets steep at all I think the more supportive gear will be easier/safer. Also telemark/randonee boots accept crampons easily. I don't think X-country boots would, but I can't say I've ever looked into that.

Don't forget avy transceivers and practice using them with a buddy first!
benlittle
08-17-2010, 01:21 PM
No beta on ski touring in Utah, but I've done some here in California. I would ask if you are sure you prefer X-country gear to telemark or randonee? If the terrain gets steep at all I think the more supportive gear will be easier/safer. Also telemark/randonee boots accept crampons easily. I don't think X-country boots would, but I can't say I've ever looked into that.

Don't forget avy transceivers and practice using them with a buddy first!

Yea, I randonee. Much more supportive with a pack, also.

Thanks for the info, boys.
Shan
08-17-2010, 01:22 PM
(Shan is a girl.) :)
trackrunner
08-17-2010, 08:58 PM
well if looking for a place in SW Utah I've hear of people doing the West Rim Trail in Zion. You could also do Virgin Rim Trail in the mountains above Cedar City.
DSTRBD
08-17-2010, 10:09 PM
I would assume the Pine Valley area would be pretty cool too, might even get a few turns in on the way down. :mrgreen:
benlittle
08-20-2010, 01:57 PM
(Shan is a girl.) :)

Sorry about that ;)

Ok, cool... Thanks for the suggestions!
Sombeech
08-21-2010, 04:49 PM
(Shan is a girl.) :)

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