{"id":10587,"date":"2022-01-30T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-30T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travesiapirenaica.com\/?p=10587"},"modified":"2022-02-02T17:36:22","modified_gmt":"2022-02-02T16:36:22","slug":"crampon-technique","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travesiapirenaica.com\/en\/crampon-technique\/","title":{"rendered":"Climbing with crampons: 4 essential techniques for every mountaineer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Progression with crampons (read our guide to choosing the right crampons for your activity<\/a>) <\/strong>is an essential technique if you are hiking in snowy or icy mountains. A correct technique will allow you to move comfortably, without putting unnecessary stress on your joints and maintaining your stability. And don't forget that your safety in the mountains depends on good technique<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To begin with, the crampons should always be accompanied by an ice axe<\/strong>This is because any mountaineer not only needs their feet to stick perfectly to the ground but also needs the rest of their body to be secure and for this the ice axe is fundamental. This accessory will allow you to use your arms to support you when the slope is very steep so that you can defend yourself better on the terrain. Not forgetting its use in the technique of self-detection if you have slipped on an icy slope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n