Rucksack Guide--Winter Mountaineering by Alun Richardson

Rucksack Guide--Winter Mountaineering by Alun Richardson

Author:Alun Richardson
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781408125953
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2019-12-06T00:00:00+00:00


Fig. 36 A selection of technical tools: (1) DMM Superfly (2) Petzl Aztar (3) DMM Rebel (4) DMM Anarchist

AXE LEASHES

A leash is useful for step cutting and for front pointing, but it can be a hindrance as you zigzag up or down slopes, changing your axe from hand to hand. However, if dropping your axe is a real possibility, and subsequent retrieval may be difficult, use a leash.

• Attach the leash to the axe head with a lark’s foot knot, making it easy to remove.

• Do not wrap the leash around the head, because it is uncomfortable and compromises your ability to hold the axe.

• Avoid leashes that slide up and down the shaft, because they get close to your crampons when not in use.



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