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08-17-2010, 09:20 AM #1
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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08-17-2010 09:20 AM # ADS
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08-17-2010, 12:11 PM #2
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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08-17-2010, 12:55 PM #3
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!It is good that warriors such as we meet in the struggle of life... or death. It shall be life. - Ten Bears, "The Outlaw Josie Wales"
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08-17-2010, 01:21 PM #4
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08-17-2010, 01:22 PM #5
(Shan is a girl.) :)
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08-17-2010, 08:58 PM #6
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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08-17-2010, 10:09 PM #7
I would assume the Pine Valley area would be pretty cool too, might even get a few turns in on the way down.
I need a Canyoneering partner! I have a open schedule, all my own gear and am looking to go as much as possible..PM me!
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08-20-2010, 01:57 PM #8
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08-21-2010, 04:49 PM #9
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