are essential tools for and , providing the wearer with unbeatable traction on steep, icy terrain. However, as is the case with an , simply having crampons doesn’t make your wintry adventures any safer – you have to know how to use them properly. That all starts with how to put them on.
Over the years, we’ve seen plenty of people lose a crampon halfway into a mountaineering route. In these cases, it’s likely that the device wasn’t fitted correctly and, fortunately, it’s usually happened on relatively forgiving ground without serious consequences. While it’s true that we all learn from our mistakes, trust us when we say that you don’t want to lose a crampon on committing mountain ground.
Knowing how to put crampons on properly from the get-go is the best way to stay safe. In this step-by-step guide, one of our mountaineering experts takes us through the process – from selecting the right crampons in the first place to securely attaching them to your footwear. Here are the 8 steps you should take when putting crampons on.
For more about each step, click on the links below or scroll further down the guide. crampons are only compatible with certain types of boot. you don’t want to be faffing around too much while halfway up a snowy mountain.
you only really need crampons when venturing into steep, icy terrain. you’ll want a relatively flat area to put your crampons on. open up the binding system and place the crampons slightly uphill of yourself.
the heel cl.
