This is an avalanche incident that happened in Utah(CLICK ON) over the week-end.
A couple of notes, the aspect/direction of the slope is very important. When you look at the report, notice that the rider entered the bowl at a low angle east facing slope and traveled around into a northerly facing aspect. The snowpack was wind loaded and weaker on the north facing slope. The slope also became slightly steeper. The slope broke several hundred feet above the rider and engulfed him. He was buried about 2 feet below the surface.
The second note relative to this incident was the fact that these 2 riders failed to equip themselves with their beacons. That was a fatal mistake.
I try and learn by reading and being aware of these reports.
I send my condolences to the rider that died and his family. Knowing also that this is a tough situation for this riders buddy to live with. Keep your head up out there.
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