Reaching a point where you’re comfortable skiing the most difficult extreme ski runs on the mountain opens up a whole new world of skiing and snowboarding at your favorite resort. While blacks can be hard and fairly exploratory, the most difficult runs on the mountain often provide unique challenges and terrain types that you won’t find in lower runs.
So how do you actually get to a point where you’re comfortable skiing these runs? There’s a host of different things to know, but understanding what the terrain you’re getting into ahead of time is key. PeakRankings highlighted a series of tips for skiing and snowboarding the most extreme runs on the mountain.
Of course, time on the mountain skiing easier runs is the most important factor in building your way up to the most difficult runs. Ski or snowboard with people who are better than you, ask for advice, and safely push your limits, and you’ll get there eventually.