Re: [pct-l] Re: Ice Axe Practice

At 08:11 PM 1/18/99 -0800, Joanne Lennox wrote:
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>Lets hope that the Sierras is its normal benign self this year, and if not,
>then I would hope that those venturing forth have an ice ax, and lots of
>PRACTICE in self arrest that makes it an effective tool.  

Has anyone had experience with the Stubai Tourlite axe?  I'm considering it
for use on the PCT.  It's low weight is attractive but I wonder whether it
a good choice for a thru-hike.  Any comments, recommendations?
Help!

Merlin

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