Author: Mountain.direct
January 19, 2015
It is easy to get lost in the city so that there are signs everywhere , skiing runs are similar.
Known the signs and how to read the signs. This is that we are proposing to you for a good orientation and never get lost. See in the ski run , these markings for skiing , snowboard , hiking , snowshoeing or cross-country skiing trails.
You will see the difference between European and American ski trails ratings.
Are you sure you know the difference between them?
European Ski Run Difficulty Rating :

U.S and Canadian Ski Run Difficulty Rating :

Green Circles
Trails marked with green circles are the easiest runs.
These trails are wide with a slope gradient of less than 20%.
Blue Squares
Trails with blue squares indicate intermediate level.
Grades of 20 to 40 %, these ski runs are the most used.
Black Diamonds
Ski trails marked with a black diamond are difficult,
Grade of more than 40 percent.
Double black diamond
Trails with Double black diamond is for expert.
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