The Petzl Ride Ice Axe is a versatile, lightweight, and compact option that can easily be brought on a variety of outdoor adventures. With a curved shape to increase user efficiency and lightweight construction, this ice axe is a good choice for outdoorsmen of any skill level.
The Petzl Summit 2 Mountaineering Axe is a durable, functional, and easy-to-use option that provides good all-around capabilities and is a reliable and sturdy choice in various climbing scenarios. Despite being expensive and not the best on ice, this mountaineering axe provides a high level of functionality and compatibility for a climber looking for versatility.
The Grivel Air Tech Light Crampon is a lightweight, durable, and stable option that is well-suited for those who want a reliable and versatile choice for a mixture of terrain. Despite not being the best choice for steep slopes or ice, the ability of the crampon to work with a variety of boots and dig into the snow for ample grip makes it a good choice for any level of alpinist.
The Petzl Summit Evo Ice Axe is a technical and versatile option that works well on basic mountaineering, hill walking, cutting steps, and digging into snow. There are better axes for continuous ice use and cutting, but for routes up to Grade III, this axe can last a whole career in the mountains.
The Petzl Glacier Ice Axe is a lightweight, aggressively-toothed, and functionally-designed axe. It is not ideal for consistently steep routes or use as a walking aid due to the shaft length. For those who want a lightweight option that is easy to carry and deploy, this is a great choice.
The Grivel G14 Crampon is a durable, functional, and versatile option. The G14 (with anti-balling plate) effectively resists snow buildup, works well on various terrain, and lets you switch between mono and dual front points easily and quickly. Despite the front points not being long enough for vertical ice climbing and being heavier, for those who don’t solely vertically climb, the high level of compatibility and versatility make this a great choice.
The Petzl Leopard LLF Crampon is a lightweight, compact, and relatively easy-to-use option that is great for skiers who want versatility with their crampons, and the ability to be compatible with various boots. Despite taking a little bit of time to get used to the crampon adjustment system, after the first few uses, users will appreciate the technically-easy set-up. Overall, these crampons are easy to transport, adjustable, and durable, making them a great option.
The Petzl Sarken Crampon calls itself “a crampon quiver of one,” and the people agree: this is the crampon you need if you only want one pair. With interchangeable parts and adjustments to fit many types of boots, the Sarken is suitable for all types of climbing and mixed mountaineering. The durability of the these crampons keeps them dependable for many years, and the snow plate keeps snow from piling up underneath. All in all, these are easy to use for many trips and are a good option for those who are buying their first pair of crampons and don’t know what adventures they will be going on.
The Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe with Grip is a functional, versatile, and easy-to-use ice axe that has proven to be a good all-around option on the mountain. The less-aggressive shape in the pick makes it not ideal for steep terrain and hard ice, but for most mountain conditions, this axe is just what you need.
The Black Diamond Raven Ultra Ice Axe is an easy-to-carry, relatively strong, and lightweight option for those who want to save weight on extended trips, and want a convenient axe to carry efficiently. The somewhat limited robustness may deter those who need a heavy-duty axe, but for a fairly strong and sturdy option, this is a great choice.
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