Molars East at Tipping Point

<p>Went back to the same area as previous day. Feb 22 surface hoar layer was found 40-50cm deep. First rode a NNW facing couloir in great stable snow with no surface hoar layer, I.e. likely sloughed out from natural activity and skier traffic. Some old tracks could just be discerned. Second run on NE aspect in same terrain rode the previous day. A whumph was felt ( none the previous day) at a regroup spot just before an avalanche was while skiing the slope below. See avalanche tab. No injuries, one pole lost. Excellent ski quality but very spooky! Seems like this area might have just reached the tipping point over the Feb 22 surface hoar layer.</p>

Terrain Ridden

Dense trees, Steep slopes, Open trees.

Terrain Avoided

Sunny slopes, Convex slopes.

Avalanche Conditions

Slab avalanches today or yesterday.

Whumpfing or drum-like sounds or shooting cracks.

Snow Conditions

Deep powder, Powder.

Weather Conditions

Cloudy.