General
tracked out
What does tracked out mean?
Describes a slope whose fresh powder has already been ridden over by many others, leaving it chopped up and no longer smooth. Once terrain is tracked out, the powder magic is gone.
"By noon the whole face was completely tracked out."
Origin
Ski/snowboard slang for over-ridden powder.
Frequently asked questions
What does tracked out mean?
It describes a slope whose fresh powder has already been ridden over by many others, leaving it chopped up and no longer smooth.
How quickly does a run get tracked out?
On a busy powder day, popular runs can be tracked out within a couple of hours, which is why riders race for first tracks.
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