Pick Protector

The Black Diamond Axe Protector is a simple yet handy protector for your ice axe, for use when in transit or attached to your pack. It is suitable for use with the Adze style of mountaineering axes and will effectively prevent the sharp points from damaging your belongings during travel. They are lightweight, cost effective and will protect both your axe and your gear, an absolute essential for any ice climber or mountaineer.

Compatible with all Blue Ice axes and with most ice axes on the market with their adjustable elastics, these blade and adze protections will keep your ice axe sharp and protect your equipment.

The Oakley Clifden are the ultimate mountaineering glasses and have been built to protect you against the elements. Their style merges Prizm Lens Technology with a frame design that's been engineered with side shield and a bridge blocker, which provides protection and an integrated leash for stowage and convenience.

The Petzl Spatha clippable knife is designed to accompany the climber on every outing. The profile of the blade allows easy cutting of ropes and cordage. It has a carabiner hole for attaching the knife to the harness. It is easy to manipulate with its textured wheel, even when wearing gloves, and can be locked in the open position.

The Petzl Tibloc is a compact and ultra-lightweight ascender for use on rope ascents, hauling systems or friction knot replacement in self-rescue situations. The Tibloc has an automatic system that presses the karabiner against the rope to start the braking action. To work well, the original Tibloc should be used with a round bar karabiner. Whilst the new version with the plastic easy release mechanism will work with most karabiners we recommend the Petzl Attache.

The Salewa Crow GTX Men's is a versatile and lightweight mountaineering shoe. This is an all-round boot that suits a wide variety of uses such as summer mountaineering, technical hikes and via ferrata. They're also crampon compatible, so it can be used on glacier hikes. The crampon-compatible Vibram® Mulaz soles are ideal for most mountaineering conditions as they are self-cleaning and grippy, offering traction in mixed terrain. The Crow GTX integrates the Salewa 3F System for firm ankle and heel support,  as well as the climbing system to ensure that it fits perfectly around your foot and Flex Collar for comfort during descents.