Standard route up Shavano to Tabeguache & back is straight forward intermittent snow and rocks. Traction and snowshoes not needed. Plenty of snow around treeline but kicked in steps/track makes it easy. Go early to minimize postholing.
On the mountains!! I brought snowshoes and microspikes but was surprised at how well the angel held out early in the AM. To anyone who's thinking about going up on the angel - start at 5 for optimal snow conditions