Backcountry SkiingCrested Butte

Before the Storm 11.30.13

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We’ve had another great week, snowfall wise, here in Crested Butte. A 1-2 punch of storms have left things very white, if not a little cold. Before the storm we had some great turns on recycled powder in the backcountry in an area I hadn’t skied in roughly 15 years. The last time I skied Coney’s, I was on trekkers, alpine boots, and 205 GS skis. Unfortunately, it had snowed a ton and with that gear and the relatively mellow slope angle of Coney’s, we couldn’t even make any turns. After that experience I vowed that I wouldn’t ski coney’s again. However, with some trepidation regarding snow stability elsewhere, I returned to Coney’s. It was better than I remember it…


Gothic behind:

Our new friend Donny Roth:

And our old friend Liz Sampey:

As beautiful as the snow surface was, it was comprised of surface facets which may prove to be a problem for a while. They made for great skiing, however:

The mountain is skiing great, and there is still time to get $19 tickets. Just click below:

Frank Konsella
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Frank Konsella

Frank loves snow more than anything... except his wife.    He ensures his food is digested properly by chewing it 32 times before swallowing. He is a full-time real estate agent serving Crested Butte and Gunnison and would be honored to send you his monthly newsletter.

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