The steepest tree-cut run in the United States is usually considered to be Rambo, a double black diamond at Colorado’s Crested Butte Mountain Resort. With a consistent 55-degree pitch, lots of moguls, and many obstacles like rocks and small trees spread throughout the run, it takes a lot of confidence and skill to ski without trouble.
Drew Petersen, being a professional skier and Crested Butte frequenter, doesn’t just have the skills and confidence to ski it without trouble, he has the skills and confidence to ski it with impeccable style.
The United States’ steepest tree-cut run usually takes quite a lot of time to pick your way down, but Drew skis it at an impressive speed. He makes the line choice look truly effortless when we all know it’s nowhere near that.
Crested Butte is home to 1,547 acres of skiable terrain. 165 named trails are accessible by 15 chairlifts, with 37% of the resort’s terrain being considered expert.
