I believe it was sometime in late spring when I conjured up an idea to make an attempt at back-country skiing. I had to con a good friend Mike S. into it by saying I was going to go by myself, and sure enough his concern for my safety, to which I had a history demonstrating my lack there of, led him to join.
Mike's pack.
Mine.. complete with my new favorite skis, Fat-Ypus Descenders although they will soon be outfitted with some Dynafit TLT Radical FT bindings to accommodate substantially more back-country adventures this season
It was a mind numbing, and admittedly leg numbing hike with those packs, however breaking into views like these led to a second wind.
Top of the Lolo Peak
Setting up!
Video of the descent
Celebratory gestures were required.
Needless to say the trip was a success complete with aches and pains the next day. Although this was the last ride of the season, we are gearing up for many more during the 2012/13 season. Let this be the opening into a few other escapades to which I'll post later.
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