Latest about crampons
What is dry tooling in climbing? Axes at the ready!
As it continues to surge in popularity, we take a look at dry tooling, its history and how the pursuit emerged from mixed climbing
Grivel Air Tech New-Matic EVO Crampons review: lightweight traction for mountaineering exploits
We attach Grivel’s Air Tech New-Matic EVO Crampons, technical 12-point traction devices that are lighter than most and provide ironclad hold on snow and ice
How to put crampons on: a step-by-spiky-step guide
Our mountaineering expert provides a step-by-step guide on how to put crampons on for your winter walking and alpine adventures this winter
What are crampons? We get to grips with these key pieces of mountain kit
What are crampons? We look at their heritage, consider their features, explain their ratings and take a look at correct crampon technique
Get a grip: our guide to winter traction devices for shoes
Action the traction for greater grip this winter with the right type of traction devices for shoes, no matter what your activity
Snowshoes vs crampons: which is needed for your snowy adventures?
Snowshoes vs crampons: what are they, how do they compare and which ones do you need for your wintry adventures?
How to sharpen crampons
If you’ve noticed that your traction isn’t what it used to be or your crampon teeth are starting to look more rounded than sharp, it’s time to sharpen up
Hiking a glacier on Mont Blanc Massif
A glacier trek to Col d’Entreves is a beginner-friendly but exhilarating and high-risk experience
