Quandary via Cristo Couloir Conditions?

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Quandary via Cristo Couloir Conditions?

Post by soulseeker87 »

Looking to climb Cristo. Has anyone been up Quandary recently who can provide some information on conditions? Thanks!
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Re: Quandary via Cristo Couloir Conditions?

Post by Jorts »

A friend skied it twice in the last couple weeks. It’s due south… expect bulletproof in the morning and mashed potatoes in the late afternoon. You need to find the sweet spot.
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