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Freeride is a trip to the Carpathian Mountains for experienced skiers who do not want to spend time exploring routes, constantly monitor GPS, think about food, transfer and other household chores. An experienced guide will ensure an interesting and safe stay in the mountains, and at the base you will enjoy a delicious dinner, warm shower and soft bed. As well as a hot vat on request.
Necessary training: for experienced skiers who confidently descend steep unprepared slopes, have the appropriate equipment and clothing, have avalanche safety skills.
Skiing area: close to Daraba (minimum crossings). The most interesting and at the same time safe for skiing slopes, where the greatest probability of snow, well-researched routes (we know different options for ascents and descents).
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You can get to the snow faster by going to Kryvopilsky Pass (1013 m) by bus (+400 UAH from the group)
Finish on Sundey after dinner
We get as close as possible to the snow, go out into the skiing area, make a few descents on steep interesting slopes, return to camping.
The duration of the active part of the ski tours is determined by daylight. As a rule, breakfast at 7-8 am, immediately after it - going on the route, returning to base with the sunset. Everyone must have a headlamp (shit happens). The distance depends on the condition of the snow and the complexity of the routes: from 10 to 20 km.
The program of the tour is indicative, as it strongly depends on the preparation and weather. Also, directly the line of ascent and descent is determined by the guide in the process of movement.
Skiing directly depends on the weather and the presence of snow. In bad weather (strong wind, snowfall), we usually do not climb high routes, and change them to simple, in the forest area. In exceptional cases, we stay at home altogether. The cost of the tour does not decrease due to weather changes.
Freeride tour routes are quite difficult. Their safe conduct requires some physical and technical training. A skier must: - be able to confidently overcome steep unprepared slopes in different snow conditions, - have appropriate clothing and equipment, fit, in good condition, - be familiar with the basics of avalanche safety, have an avalanche set (can be rented). The guide may not allow participants who do not meet these criteria. If in doubt, it is best to consult an instructor in advance by phone.
Skitour is a ski trip, usually on snowy trails or roads. The descents are not very steep. Sometimes skis need to be carried if there is not enough snow or the descent / ascent is too steep / difficult.
The participant must be in good physical shape, be able to ski well on the prepared slopes, as well as be prepared for falls, especially in the beginning. It is also necessary to have appropriate winter clothes for skitour, serviceable equipment and shoes (a set of skis for skitour can be rented from us). The guide may not allow participants who do not meet these criteria. If in doubt - it is better to consult with an instructor in advance by phone.