In Episode 104 of Totally Deep Podcast, Doug Stenclik and Randy Young of www.cripplecreekbc.com bring you the lowdown on the world of uphill and backcountry skiing and boarding. Gear, technique, fashion, jargon, guests, and assorted spray from folks who know how to earn it in the backcountry. The world's best backcountry skiing podcast.

Episode 104 features an interview with OpenSnow's Joel Gratz. Often touted as a meteorological wunderkind, Gratz, like the rest of us, like sliding on snow. OpenSnow's website and app allow those seeking powder snow and forecasts to know where, when, and how deep. Gratz discusses how the site and models assisting with the forecasts have changed over the years.  

On Episode 104 of the Totally Deep Podcast:

1) The impending storm.

2) The on-piste off-piste dilemma. 

3) Forecasting accurately for a specific locaton. 

4) The La Niña triple dip. 

5) No public heat maps for backcountry spots. 

6) Exloring new locations based on forecasts. 

Have a listen and get ready for the impending vert and lovely descents. Thanks for listening and joining us for the 2022-2023 season. 

And remember: be safe out there. 

More info about TDP at Totally Deep Podcast Blog on Cripplecreekbc.com or wildsnow.com.

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