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Choosing your Ice Tools
If you plan on doing some vertical ice climbs, there are a few things to consider when picking your tools. The first is a choice between leashes or no leashes. Some ice tools can be modified from leashed tools to leashless tools. The weight of the tool is also an important factor. Some climbers prefer heavier tools because the weight helps the tool drive deeper into the ice. The down side to swinging heavier tools is you may wear your muscles out faster.
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