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Unlike boot crampons most ski crampons pivot under foot so that they engage in the snow when you step down and pivot up to slide when you lift your ski to stride forward.
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The difference in shape tread buckle configuration and most importantly toe welt shape all play a very important role into how a crampon fits.
If the snowpack did not receive a deep freeze the night before boot crampons may leave you wallowing in post holes.
Boot crampons offer nimbleness that can be preferred when the terrain gets technical or dicey.
When the terrain is too steep and boney to skin up switch to your tech crampon 250 and ascend the slope safely and confidently in any condition.
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This is the time when ski crampons really shine.
Stainless steel crampons offer corrosion resistance as well as the other benefits of steel crampons.
Aluminum crampons can be ideal for approaches and ski mountaineering.
Ski crampons are an underrated tool that can make skinning even shallow terrain easier when the snow is hard.
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Ski boots have a few special things to consider versus any old mountaineering boot in terms of crampon fitting.
Their durability makes them essential for technical steep and icy terrain.
The tech crampon 250 is a steel front pointing boot crampon that uses the toe tech fittings of your ski boots as attachment points.
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Indispensable due to their performance durability and ease of adjustment on all boots.
Steel crampons are best for general mountaineering.