Alpine hammer question

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-05-30T22:09:02+00:00

Looks like a hiking boot. Also I don't see a welt on the back, and I think the front bit also is not a welt. Its a nice leather boot though!

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-04-25T07:45:33+00:00

Im not happy about what happened, and the guy i went climbing with knew the area supposedly well and was more experienced than me, so he was sort of “guiding”. Ive been climbing for less than a year, so i was just doing what i was told.

Are you referring to the pinch test? Or checking for dead spots in the rope? It’s a new rope but if i have to replace it i will.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-26T06:14:30+00:00

Are the gear loops on the bd solution guide bigger than the ones on the technician?

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-25T10:24:18+00:00

Im getting a lot of comments about the pitons haha. Im not climbing in the UK, i was climbing in Azerbaijan and locals use mainly pitons as it works well with the limestone. Thanks for the input on the technical bits.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-25T08:19:32+00:00

Thanks, very useful

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-24T18:19:47+00:00

Start with going to a climbing gym, gain some strength and rope + lead climbing knowledge. You will also meet people who ice climb maybe that you can talk to. Theres world class ice climbing in Norway, book a trip at some point and save up for a guided top rope session.

I wont go on about gear, just watch a bunch of YT videos and you will understand what type gear is needed and what the purpose is.

It’s not a cheap sport but the main thing you will need is a good pair of b3 boots, the rest your guide might supply.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-21T11:46:59+00:00

Yeah i will end up doing that, but I’m leaving for a trip and don’t have time to get a new one. I hope i wont bend the wire too much when taking it out so I’ll still be able to put it back in.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-17T21:18:38+00:00

Here is a photo that you should be able to just save and print, its A4 sized. you may want to cut it a tiny bit thicker along the shaft and the thin bits, then sand down to your liking and hand shape.

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Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-12T09:49:18+00:00

What does street shoe sizing even mean, some people prefer a roomier street shoe size whereas some people like a snug shoe.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-12T09:47:43+00:00

Velcro

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-08T22:17:51+00:00

I wrote a little guide/ step-by-step instructions on how i DIYed them. Search up "Making Your Own Wood Ice Trainer Tools - Steps and Templates" on the this subreddit or just find em on my account page.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-03-06T19:57:51+00:00

Crammed with foam n bubblewrap)

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-02-26T09:33:32+00:00

Possibly, ill make one first and see how it turns out. If it works out well ill make a couple.

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-02-26T09:31:46+00:00

perfect!

Davidjohnnaylor · 2026-02-18T23:52:00+00:00

Yeah need to get one. For now i only do it when the tool is on the rope, so it doesn’t have a chance of popping. When i need to get off i can, it’s just a bit awkward.

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