[pct-l] Extra Axe

[Montedodge@aol.com (Montedodge@aol.com)]

 You are quite right about a group leader taking an extra ice axe ( or 
Glasses, etc. ) , but my point is the value of not losing the one you have 
and most thru-hikers won't be carrying a pair one. A wrist strap or cord to 
your chest harness is of great value. Esp. for a solo climber as a strong 
cord connected to a simple nylon chest harness helps on simple self belays on 
rest breaks. ( Just shove your axe to the hilt in the snow and your safe or 
when doing that little two hand thrust when going up the steep stuff)