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Q&A What to look for in an ice axe for use in classic alpine terrain?

I'm currently in the process of getting together a winter walking kit. I've got B2 boots and I'm buying suitable crampons. Ice Axes though seems more...confusing. What kind of features should I b...

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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#1: Initial revision by user avatar System‭ · 2020-04-18T00:03:05Z (over 4 years ago)
<p>I'm currently in the process of getting together a winter walking kit. I've got B2 boots and I'm buying suitable crampons. </p>

<p>Ice Axes though seems more...confusing. What kind of features should I be looking for? I'm not planning on ice climbing, simply winter use on ridges, mountain tops in Scotland/Alpine walking.</p>