Couloirs - Jean-Christian

An attempt to ski down the Galdhopiggen's steep south couloirs, but the snow was too icy at that time. My fellow Olivier made two turns and then decided to climb back...

Camera:	Contax G1
Lens:	Carl Zeiss Biogon 28mm f/2.8
Film:	Velvia 50
Exposure:	250 f/8
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Filter:	no
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Posted:	10-May-2004

Rating: 7.63 (8 ratings)

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Comments

You

are a very good ambassador for Norway. Thanks :-).

Knut Skjærven     10-May-2004 at 11:37

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safe?

Spectacular image, indeed. But I wonder: Did you concider the avalanche hazard in this area? As a native Norwegian, I'm too familiar with foreigners who underestimate how dangerous the mountain areas can be in the winter.

Ivar Kvistum     11-May-2004 at 04:53

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Worried ?

You're quite right, Ivar : anybody has to be modest when attempting a summit. Though, I also think we are serious and experimented guys, since we decided to descend the normal route. As you can see if you check www.jeanheintz.com I am used to mountaineering in the Alps, and it was my second trip to Norway.

Jean-Christian     11-May-2004 at 06:23

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reassured!

A very reassuring answer. I'm not worried anymore. It was certainly not my intention to question your mountaineering skills or experience. I hope you had a pleasant journey in Norway and was able to bring back a lot of nice images, both on film and in your mind.

Ivar Kvistum     11-May-2004 at 07:24

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