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from Cambridge, MA on 2/24/2008
The curved shaft and balance are ideal for vertical or near-vertical ice, and the finger guard is great for leashless climbing and protecting your fingers. The quick-release leashes are also a big plus when setting up ice screws.
from Phila, PA on 1/30/2008
Excellent for moderate to hard ice-climbing. Comfortable grip, good balance. I tried several tools in Adirondacks and Catskill and these were the best. Won't work for mountaineering, as it's bit too havy and not very good for snow belay.
from North Conway, NH on 3/28/2007
Tried and true, climbed up to Grade 5 leashless all season long. Spike on bottom of griprest is still effective at piolet canne. From grade 2 gullies on Katahdin, Washington and Webster to steep ice at Frankenstein and Willoughby these tools have truly become an extension of my arms.
from Redmond on 2/12/2007
I tried them out at the Ouray ice festival and have been very impressed. One can use them leashless or with leashes. Excellent for water ice.