petzl sum'tec
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Looking at possibly picking up a Petzl Sum'tec. Right now I've got a set of Quarks (new style) as well as a Black diamond raven (70 cm). |
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Go short with a hammer |
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One other thing I should add is that I have a quark with an adze and one with a hammer |
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I like the Grivel and Petzl axes but the BD Venom has the advantage of being able to replace the pick |
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webdog wrote:I like the Grivel and Petzl axes but the BD Venom has the advantage of being able to replace the pickSum'Tec has a replaceable pick. |
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Haven't done the Kautz, but I think you're right on track. I've got the Sum'Tec in the 59cm Adze version. I love it for alpine routes where I'm plunging it most of the time, but have some technical ice. It's not as good as a dedicated climbing tool, but it's very capable technically. I've led 4+ with it, which is about as hard as I lead. |
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I really like the Sum'Tec for alpine climbs, especially when you will encounter short sections of ice. It is aggressive enough to work really well as a second ice tool (I pair it with a Quark), and it can be used as your primary ice axe for glacier travel, as well. I just replaced my 52-cm axe with the 59-cm version, as I find the slightly longer tool to be more comfortable, effective, and confidence-inspiring when it comes to self-arrest and glissading control, thanks to the increased leverage. |