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On The Hill: Windy Peak 8 summit hike to get the goods at Snow White (video)

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VIDEO: It’s the start of another snowstorm in Summit County and there are plenty of fresh turns to be had — if you’re willing to put in the work. Z Griff and family make the hike from Imperial Chair to the summit of Peak 8 for one of the best high-alpine runs on the mountain: Snow White, found on the far northern ridge between Peak 8 and Peak 7. Oh yes, it was worth it.

Fast forward to 2:11 for the beginning of the traverse and the drop into fairyland.

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Breckenridge official report: 2″ overnight, 3″ in 24 hours, 8″ in 48 hours

Summit Daily field report: Breckenridge reported 2″ overnight and it has been lightly snowing all morning.

Weather: High of 29 F, low of 12 F. Snowing.

Lift lines: Monday means the lift lines won’t be too bad.

Breakdown: The storm cycle moves into Summit and we are looking at some good days coming up if all goes well. Snowing currently and great soft conditions.


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