Torreys Peak 14,267 Feet - Dead Dog Couloir - Solo
Torreys Peak 14,267 Feet - Dead Dog Couloir - Solo
The couloir only has a climbing window of 3-4 weeks(Avalanche risk in the winter and then in the spring it melts out quickly). Last year I attempted it and it was knee deep slush. Today the temps were in the 30's when I reached the Apron at 3:45 a.m. Firm enough but, I did sink to my crotch several times too.
From the base to the top it's 1,800 feet up and the slope angle is anywhere from 40-58 degrees. This photo is the steepest section.
Torreys Peak 14,267 Feet - Dead Dog Couloir - Solo
Torreys Peak 14,267 Feet - Dead Dog Couloir - Solo
The couloir only has a climbing window of 3-4 weeks(Avalanche risk in the winter and then in the spring it melts out quickly). Last year I attempted it and it was knee deep slush. Today the temps were in the 30's when I reached the Apron at 3:45 a.m. Firm enough but, I did sink to my crotch several times too.
From the base to the top it's 1,800 feet up and the slope angle is anywhere from 40-58 degrees. This photo is the steepest section.