Bluemberg - February 13th, 2010

Bluemberg (2405 m)
Ascent: 700 m from the Lidernen hut
Descent: 1800 m down to Muotathal

Here are a few pictures from a great Saturday tour on the Bluemberg and the long ride down to Muotathal. The upper part of the mountain was already a bit tracked out due to our late start, but about halfway down we were in powder heaven.

First a nostalic ride up with the Chaeppeliberg tram (basically just a basket that fits 5 people)


On the ascent just a bit above the Lidernen hut


A pretty steep traverse under the Chaiserstock


The Gross Mythen just peaking above the fog


Relatively easy cruising


The way up to the saddle between Bluemberg and Chronenstock


Almost there


Alexander is feeling that partying in the military is not the best preparation for a backcountry tour


Last pitch up to the summit


Looking over to the Chronenstock


Looking to the east with the pointy Wasserbergfirst in the left foreground


Our crew on the summit


The upper part was already quite tracked out, but lower down we were in powder heaven.
Kevin loving it!


Alexander is right behind him


René


Dave


Dave showing off his telemark skills


Alexander in the deep stuff






René surfing the wave




And then he dives into powder heaven


Kevin on the lower parts


Dave shows how the alpine turn works with a free heel



See also http://www.backcountry.ch/index.php?option=com_touren_boerse&Itemid=52&task=detailnach&id=278&akt=2