Navigating exposed, icy terrain in the backcountry demands a tool that responds to the unexpected. When a steep couloir turns unexpectedly firm or a high-alpine traverse reveals a wind-scoured, frozen crust, your standard shovel alone might not cut it. This is where the Ortovox Pocket Spike transforms your trusted snow tool, instantly augmenting its capabilities. Designed to integrate seamlessly, this nimble accessory quickly attaches to provide crucial purchase: a sharp, robust point for breaking through dense ice, securing a stable stance on slick surfaces, or even assisting in a swift self-arrest. Its compact design ensures it’s always ready in your pack, ready to convert your shovel into a more versatile instrument for probing hard debris, carving out secure snow anchors, or gaining vital traction on unforgiving slopes. Equip yourself with this essential edge and move through the mountains with heightened confidence, knowing your kit adapts as swiftly as the conditions change. 
 
PRODUCT CONDITION
 
This Ortovox Pocket Spike Avalanche Shovel Accessory is in New condition. 
 
Products in New condition have not been used or worn, and show no signs of wear. New items may have the original tags attached or come in their original packaging.   

 

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