The bank is at its highest on the eastern side, as the west side slopes steeply away.
Nish climbed the side slope to get a better view down the valley.
The western side of the mountain is steep, but the eastern side slopes gradually.
We're deep in the mountain and getting closer to one of the side slopes.
Type A has a single long gallery with slip passages and short side slopes.
The ravine grew broader and both side slopes became less steep.
Those at the rear were still moving down the side slopes but a hasty retreat was out of the question.
The maximum gradient is 60 % and side slope 30 %.
The maximum gradient is 60% and side slope 40%.
Lazika can negotiate a 60% gradient and 30% side slopes.