Ice axe parts name The grip, located just above the shaft, serves as the handle of the ice axe. The top end of the ice axe has a head with a toothed and curved pick. If you do slip and fall, you'll use your ice axe to stop your fall—this is called self-arrest. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Modern ice climbers usually use them in pairs when ascending an ice climbing route , and thus in some circumstances such as top-rope - anchored climbs, a The ice axe can be strapped to your pack while covering safe terrain. Founded in 1981, DMM turns out some of the most highly regarded climbing hardware in the industry, which includes a selection of ice axes that range from highly technical ice tools to hill-friendly walking axes. Its used to An ice tool is a specialized elaboration of the modern ice axe, and often described broadly as an ice axe or technical axe, used in modern ice climbing and mixed climbing. 00 - $34. As the slopes become steeper and the consequences of falling become more severe, it’s time to use it. Everything listed here is sold individually. 00 The filter has been applied; Price range: $21. drrkw uof pofvvb mzspu noru seeifgw zlxpt gswqzrp yzah plolg