Climbed via the Loft and skied off the summit down Keplinger's and out Wild Basin with a shuttle car. Snow starts right out of the parking lot, with one long dry patch around treeline. The Loft was in good condition for booting. I think we got a bit off route traversing around the other side into Keplingers and definitely lost some time and more elevation then needed. Once we were in the couloir it was a straightforward booter to the summit. Homestretch is in great shape for skiing, very filled in. A lot of runnel in the middle of the couloir but it was mostly avoidable to skiers right. Continuous snow most of the way out Wild Basin, completely dry the last 1.5 miles. We never needed to put skins back on but be prepared for a lot of pushing yourself. Ended up being about 5600' and 16.5 miles. Very fun line!
      
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