Tuesday, February 16, 2010

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)
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On the ascent just a bit above the Lidernen hut
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A pretty steep traverse under the Chaiserstock
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The Gross Mythen just peaking above the fog
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Relatively easy cruising
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The way up to the saddle between Bluemberg and Chronenstock
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Almost there
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Alexander is feeling that partying in the military is not the best preparation for a backcountry tour
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Last pitch up to the summit
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Looking over to the Chronenstock
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Looking to the east with the pointy Wasserbergfirst in the left foreground
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Our crew on the summit
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The upper part was already quite tracked out, but lower down we were in powder heaven.
Kevin loving it!
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Alexander is right behind him
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René
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Dave
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Dave showing off his telemark skills
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Alexander in the deep stuff
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René surfing the wave
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And then he dives into powder heaven
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Kevin on the lower parts
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Dave shows how the alpine turn works with a free heel
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See also http://www.backcountry.ch/index.php?option=com_touren_boerse&Itemid=52&task=detailnach&id=278&akt=2