Скачать или смотреть Skating on Alta Lake with Black Ice, Whistler - VLOG #16

On a few rare occasions winter temperatures go from above freezing to well below freezing in a very short period of time. This rapid flash freeze allows lakes or ponds to form "black ice" which is a completely clear, smooth, icy surface ideal for skating conditions.

In Whistler, over the 2017 Christmas period these conditions occurred. I had always dreamed of skating on a frozen lake and could not have wished for better conditions on the ice than this. Prepared with my skates, I enjoyed 3 days of incredible skating, pond hockey, and overall bliss. One thing I learned is that you need at least 4" of frozen ice to ensure it's safe to skate on. 5" and you are good to go.

If you are ever up in Whistler in Winter make sure to bring your skates in the event this incredible event repeats itself.