intheways Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 Hola! I'm fairly new to the Cascade's, just relocating from Montana. I'm looking for some advice regarding ice axe length. I'm looking at getting a Grivel Air Tech Evo ice axe for primarily ski mountaineering, with some general mountaineering and moderate technical routes thrown in for fun. I would just go with a Raven Pro, but I would like to get something that could handle some moderate mixed routes in the Cascades, but still function well on the volcanos. I have done a small bit of ice climbing, and I would like tools that are a bit more generalist. I spend most of my time skiing and rockclimbing, so I'm looking for some tools that can extend my range. I'm looking at either the 53 or 58 cm axe, probably paired up with a slightly shorter axe. Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPS Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 I like a 58 cm axe for mountaineering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genepires Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 unless you are really short, the 58 cm would do well for volcano climbing and moderate mixed summer cascade lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frikadeller Posted December 15, 2008 Share Posted December 15, 2008 I carry the 53 cm version with a hammer as my second tool, but then again, I don't really climb anything "core"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intheways Posted December 15, 2008 Author Share Posted December 15, 2008 Thanks for the advice. I just pulled the trigger on a 58. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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