Good practice in ski touring
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Ski touring is becoming more and more popular and is a great way to get a feel for the sport. However, this activity requires more attention and preparation beforehand than other activities, which is why we offer several tips to help you enjoy this activity in complete safety.
Good practice in ski touring
Ski touring, unlike alpine skiing, takes place in virgin terrain that is more subject to weather fluctuations, particularly the risk of avalanches. It is therefore essential to find out about the weather before setting off. In addition to the weather conditions, don't hesitate to look for information on risk areas, altitude differences or simply follow the routes.
If you are a beginner, for your first outings, it is best to be accompanied by an experienced person who will be able to show you the right way to behave.
Essential equipment
In the event of an accident, it is imperative that you are able to get to safety and perform first aid. To do this, 3 pieces of equipment are highly recommended: the Avalanche Victim Detector (AVD), the probe and the shovel.
- The avalanche victim detector. This instrument emits or receives a signal that allows you to locate one or more people buried under the snow. In search mode, the dial indicates distance and direction.
Choose a new digital one (more efficient than the old analogue ones) and change the batteries to less than 80% to be sure it will work in the cold.
- The probe. Once the victim has been more or less located thanks to the avalanche transceiver, this pole allows you to define more precisely where the victim is.
- The shovel. This is useful for clearing snow and thus rescuing potential victims.
Good to know: it is necessary to dig horizontally to succeed in gently sliding the person out of the hole and not to pull him upwards. This can in some cases aggravate the injuries.
Although not compulsory, we also recommend that you have a small first aid kit (plasters, bandages, compresses, scissors, tweezers, gloves, etc.) as well as a helmet, a headlamp and a mobile phone.
Ski touring, unlike alpine skiing, takes place in virgin terrain that is more subject to weather fluctuations, particularly the risk of avalanches. It is therefore essential to find out about the weather before setting off. In addition to the weather conditions, don't hesitate to look for information on risk areas, altitude differences or simply follow the routes.
If you are a beginner, for your first outings, it is best to be accompanied by an experienced person who will be able to show you the right way to behave.
Essential equipment
In the event of an accident, it is imperative that you are able to get to safety and perform first aid. To do this, 3 pieces of equipment are highly recommended: the Avalanche Victim Detector (AVD), the probe and the shovel.
- The avalanche victim detector. This instrument emits or receives a signal that allows you to locate one or more people buried under the snow. In search mode, the dial indicates distance and direction.
Choose a new digital one (more efficient than the old analogue ones) and change the batteries to less than 80% to be sure it will work in the cold.
- The probe. Once the victim has been more or less located thanks to the avalanche transceiver, this pole allows you to define more precisely where the victim is.
- The shovel. This is useful for clearing snow and thus rescuing potential victims.
Good to know: it is necessary to dig horizontally to succeed in gently sliding the person out of the hole and not to pull him upwards. This can in some cases aggravate the injuries.
Although not compulsory, we also recommend that you have a small first aid kit (plasters, bandages, compresses, scissors, tweezers, gloves, etc.) as well as a helmet, a headlamp and a mobile phone.
Ski touring in Manigod
Once you are well equipped, you can discover the Manigod landscapes thanks to our 2 ski touring itineraries and share with us your most beautiful pictures with the #Manigod !
Itinerary n°1 : La Croix Fry hike
Departure point : At the foot of the Grand Crêt ski lift, follow the yellow and black markers
Arrival point : At the top of the Crête Blanche chairlift
Difference in altitude: 164 m
Distance : 1.53 km
Level : medium
Particularity : in the forest
Download the route here
Itinerary n°2 : Rando l'Étale
Departure : From the car park of the Merdassier pass ski lifts (Choucas)
Arrival : At the top of the Crête Blanche chairlift
Difference in altitude : 153 m
Distance : 1.62 km
Level : medium
Particularity : in the forest
Download the route here
These ski touring routes are reserved for ski touring and are under your responsibility. Ski touring is forbidden at all times on the slopes, including during the opening hours of the ski area.
Once you are well equipped, you can discover the Manigod landscapes thanks to our 2 ski touring itineraries and share with us your most beautiful pictures with the #Manigod !
Itinerary n°1 : La Croix Fry hike
Departure point : At the foot of the Grand Crêt ski lift, follow the yellow and black markers
Arrival point : At the top of the Crête Blanche chairlift
Difference in altitude: 164 m
Distance : 1.53 km
Level : medium
Particularity : in the forest
Download the route here
Itinerary n°2 : Rando l'Étale
Departure : From the car park of the Merdassier pass ski lifts (Choucas)
Arrival : At the top of the Crête Blanche chairlift
Difference in altitude : 153 m
Distance : 1.62 km
Level : medium
Particularity : in the forest
Download the route here
These ski touring routes are reserved for ski touring and are under your responsibility. Ski touring is forbidden at all times on the slopes, including during the opening hours of the ski area.