This Czech-made, value-orientated axe hits the sweet spot for progression from winter hillwalking to mountaineering, with ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here’s what you need to know when choosing ice tools, along with my favorite picks for the best ice axes.

This capable mountaineering axe combines a hot-forged head with an ergonomic kinked shaft for exceptional all-round ...

Just as a hiking pole can be a hiker’s best friend on the trail, a good ice axe can be a mountaineer’s best friend on snowy and icy slopes. Most ice axes are long enough to provide stability and ...

The winter hills are demanding, but those who persevere can reap great rewards. Whether you’re traversing majestic snow-clad ridges or mastering the techniques of mixed climbing - to make the most of ...

When venturing into the backcountry in winter and even into the shoulder seasons of late fall and early spring, an ice axe is a vital tool for navigating steep snow fields, ice, and scrambles. However ...