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Review
Why the Grivel Helix?
I started really getting into my winter hillwalking last year and wanted an axe that would be perfect for a beginner and that would be easy to use. The Grivel Helix is long enough for walking with on the slop side, while also coming with a leash to minimise the risk of losing it. It also comes with a silicone grip on the head making it easier to carry when really cold. All of these features make it the perfect ice axe for beginners. Anything lighter or with a curved shaft would be more specialised for climbing or hiking in winter with lighter loads.
How well does it work?
What’s there not to like?
Value for money
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Overview
- Durability 100%
- Value to weight ratio 90%
- Value for money 60%
BPros
- Durable
- Comes with leash and head grip
- Good for beginners
- Good length for walking
CCons
- Heavy
- Expensive
Features
- Removable head grip
- String carbin steel construction
- Sharp adze
- Long shaft
- Sharp spike
- Included tether and spike cap
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