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  1. 08-17-2010, 09:20 AM #1
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    XCountry Ski - Backpacking - Southern Utah?

    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?
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  3. 08-17-2010, 12:11 PM #2
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    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)
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  4. 08-17-2010, 12:55 PM #3
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    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!
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  5. 08-17-2010, 01:21 PM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by ststephen View Post
    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.
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  6. 08-17-2010, 01:22 PM #5
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    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.
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  8. 08-17-2010, 10:09 PM #7
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    I would assume the Pine Valley area would be pretty cool too, might even get a few turns in on the way down.
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  9. 08-20-2010, 01:57 PM #8
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shan View Post
    (Shan is a girl.) :)
    Sorry about that ;)

    Ok, cool... Thanks for the suggestions!
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