I have to admit....usually I call out dopes that ride on a slope the has slid. However, if you look at this one, the weak layer was not that deep with very little room to run. As Duke said it is a spot that he knew very well. There is a lot to be said for riding the same area a lot when it comes to avy awareness.
Hard to tell from the pics, but it looks like it is maybe just the new snowfall. Perhaps a little more loaded right there in the middle.
Good to be safe Nads. I have respect for that. However, we weigh our risks at times, I have ridden (snowboard)a slope that you would think should have slid on a BLACK day (WHAT!!!!!?). I knew my slope and it was not black so not that crazy, really. Dug a pit and rolled-all good. Just like Duke knew his slope. However, if you feel you need to err on the side of caution Nads, then you should. I have also walked away from descents that would likely have been a safe and fun rip. just the right decision for me and my crew that day.
I personally feel Duke was safe on this small slope. Obviously, he did too.
Nice air! Nice pics Duke!
