While the Kirk Couloir makes for an excellent ski descent, do not attempt to glissade this route. It is too steep, and the snow, in summer, is too soft and pitted for an effective self arrest. Several years ago, I fell while attempting to do this, and tumbled almost all the way down to the rocks. Other climbers have died on this route the same way.
DharmaBum1984 - May 4, 2005 2:45 am - Hasn't voted
Route CommentWhile the Kirk Couloir makes for an excellent ski descent, do not attempt to glissade this route. It is too steep, and the snow, in summer, is too soft and pitted for an effective self arrest. Several years ago, I fell while attempting to do this, and tumbled almost all the way down to the rocks. Other climbers have died on this route the same way.