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Snowbird, Utah. Lower Lupin Loop. Unknown test pilot demonstrating his proficiency in aerodynamics.
Snowbird, Utah. Lower Lupin Loop. Unknown test pilot demonstrating his proficiency in aerodynamics.
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adavies
February 23, 2016
Awesome image! Nicely done! If you haven't done so already, please consider joining my Snow Day challenge:)
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OCKimble
August 19, 2016
Thank you! I'll check out the challenge. There are so many people on here. Where is everyone from?
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Location
I shot this photo in Mineral Basin, on the back side of Snowbird, Utah on a run called Lupine Loop.Time
If recall correctly it was about 10:00AMLighting
No flash, snow was bright and reflected decentEquipment
I was using my backups backup, Canon 30D with 70-200mm f4Inspiration
I noticed how the snow was falling and the shaded trees were making the snow really standout. So I set up in the middle of the run and did a test shot. Just after the test shot I heard the scraping of a snowboard carving just over the ridge from where I was and I noticed a cloud of powder bellowing and before I knew it I barely had enough time to grab my camera and point it at the rider and snap this shot. I didn't plan this, it is the result of being in the right spot at the right time and risking my life to stand in in the milddle of a run to get the shot.Editing
I converted to black and white and added contrast and increased white levels a bit.In my camera bag
Canon 5D Mark III Canon 7D Canon 30D 70-200 mm 4 24-70 mm 2.8 50mm 1.2Feedback
Cold kills batteries fast! I used a chest harness to keep my batteries warm before shooting and I knew the run, I wouldn't ever recommend standing below a rider coming full speed and them not be able to see you and your camera. I knew this run, the time of day and the amount of traffic coming down at me. When in doubt be safe, wear a beacon, know where to set up to stay safe and always share the mountain.
