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How to ice-axe self arrest

A practical guide to ice-axe arresting taken from the British Mountaineering Council's 'Winter Essentials' DVD with their kind permission. Full DVD available here: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/Pa... Fo...  
 
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lvsitiwdr (3 weeks ago) Show Hide
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I tried some of that before. Very usefull video.
urriel74 (3 months ago) Show Hide
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Yeah, everything is right in the video but the real problems starts when the ice is REALLY HARD!!
LocutusMIT (6 months ago) Show Hide
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It is possible; just much harder. You'll need to dig your elbows or gloves in as securely as possible. DON'T try to use your crampons.
Focoist911 (6 months ago) Show Hide
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Do you know any video examples of what happens if you use your clamp-ons?
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LocutusMIT (6 months ago) Show Hide
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While he is being very cautious, it's probably best not to get into the habit of using your feet. When you slip, you're most likely to do whatever you've practised automatically. If you've practised digging in your toes, and you happen to be wearing crampons, there's a good chance you'll break an ankle.

Besides, knees are always better in case you hit a snag-- your hip is a much stronger joint than either your ankle or your knee.
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FireMedicLo4 (7 months ago) Show Hide
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Sobering.

We intend to ascend Mt. Whitney in questionable ice conditions. This video will at least give us a chance, should we get in over our heads.

Thanks!
lijianliu (7 months ago) Show Hide
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Same here. We are planning to hike the switchback on Saturday morning. Just bought an Ice-Axe from REI for $79.99. Glad to watch this video.
RenoGregory (7 months ago) Show Hide
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very helpful

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