{"id":1185,"date":"2022-12-31T09:36:55","date_gmt":"2022-12-31T09:36:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/?p=1185"},"modified":"2023-06-25T14:44:50","modified_gmt":"2023-06-25T14:44:50","slug":"using-an-ice-axe-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/using-an-ice-axe-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Using an Ice Axe (Your Complete Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you love alpine or winter climbs, you cannot underestimate the power of using an ice axe. Mountaineers use an ice axe for maneuvering through snowy mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, misusing your ice axes could be fatal since you could obtain injuries from their sharp edges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, you will learn the parts of an ice axe and the difference (between an ice axe and an ice tool). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thereafter, we’ll discuss the process of using an ice axe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s hop in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
The head\u2019s sharp end. It is usually tooth-shaped and slightly curved. Additionally, you can use it to self-arrest in case of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is on the opposite side of the pick with a broader and flat end. It has a small metal shovel for digging through the snow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The topmost part of the ice axes. Usually, the shorter side suspends the adze and picks on each side. Furthermore, it connects with the shaft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ice axes head<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The longer part of ice axes are for gripping when maneuvering through steep slopes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ice axe with a long straight shaft.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The sharp side of an ice axe gives you a good grip as you walk through icy slopes. You\u2019ll find it at the bottom of the shaft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sports ice axe with a spike.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nShaft<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Spike<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Difference (Ice Axe and an Ice Tool)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/td> Ice Axe<\/td> Ice Tool<\/td><\/tr> Head<\/td> -Slightly curved.<\/td> -A lot more curved.<\/td><\/tr> Pick<\/td> -The wider angle between the pick and the shaft.<\/td> -Has a smaller angle between the pick and the shaft.<\/td><\/tr> Spike<\/td> -When using the ice axe as a walking stick, the spike is for balance<\/td> -In some instances, the spike is for cutting out ice or snow.<\/td><\/tr> Leash<\/td> -Most ice axes have leashes<\/td> -In contrast, some lack leashes.<\/td><\/tr> Shaft<\/td> -Straight-Also, its length ranges from 55-70 centimeters <\/td> -Curved- Additionally, Its Length varies from 45-55 centimeters <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Usage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n