Snow anchors can be built using a variety of objects, such as an ice axe or ski, but a snow picket is the standard piece of equipment that many mountaineers carry.

Jan 24, 2019 · The MSR Snow Picket is the most widely used and trusted piece of snow protection made. Its innovative design ensures durability and ease-of-placement, providing fast and reliable …

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The sharp end is precision tapered to assist placement and the functionally spaced I-hole pattern makes it a versatile anchor in any snow type, as well as facilitating use as a deadman. Truly an impeccable …

On glacier routes or snowy summit attempts, the MSR Coyote Snow Picket provides a lightweight, reliable anchor that can plunge vertically or work horizontally as a buried deadman anchor for extra …

An essential piece of gear for any mountaineer, the SMC I snow picket can be used to make an anchor while you belay across snow bridges or move through steep sections on glaciated peaks.

Dec 4, 2023 · With medium to hard snow, a vertical mid clip picket can work. However, with softer snow, or if you choose not to carry a picket, about your only option is the “T slot” (aka deadman) anchor. …

People kept asking us to make a perfect snow picket and so we did by field-testing it in every imaginable condition. The SMC I Picket has a peerless strength-to-weight ratio, as well as an unmatched …

The MSR Coyote Snow Picket is crafted from durable, aircraft-grade aluminum, ensuring it can withstand harsh weather conditions and rough handling. Its unique design allows for easy and …