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We’ve named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on steep mountain faces of 60+deg; or more. One of the lightest weight axes in this category, the 65cm version tips the scale at a mere 16.08 ounces. Among the other more notable features of the Capra is the head and handle; both are completely new designs from SMC. The head fits more comfortably into the user’s hand helping to minimize the discomfort often associated with using a mountaineering axe for extended periods on time as on longer routes. While the overall weight of this axe is remarkably light, the axe features a full sized chromoly steel head and spike, not ones that were chopped off to save weight. The unique handle is designed to be easier to index in hand for surer placement and in self-arrest. Great balance and swing weight are hallmarks of this new axe. Every part of the Capra is an entirely new design and not only is it one of the most advanced axes on the market; it is manufactured entirely at the SMC factory in Ferndale, WA. Available in lengths of 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm.

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SMC
We’ve named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on steep mountain faces of 60+deg; or more. One of the lightest weight axes in this category, the 65cm version tips the scale at a mere 16.08 ounces. Among the other more notable features of the Capra is the head and handle; both are completely new designs from SMC. The head fits more comfortably into the user’s hand helping to minimize the discomfort often associated with using a mountaineering axe for extended periods on time as on longer routes. While the overall weight of this axe is remarkably light, the axe features a full sized chromoly steel head and spike, not ones that were chopped off to save weight. The unique handle is designed to be easier to index in hand for surer placement and in self-arrest. Great balance and swing weight are hallmarks of this new axe. Every part of the Capra is an entirely new design and not only is it one of the most advanced axes on the market; it is manufactured entirely at the SMC factory in Ferndale, WA. Available in lengths of 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm.

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SMC
We’ve named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on steep mountain faces of 60+deg; or more. One of the lightest weight axes in this category, the 65cm version tips the scale at a mere 16.08 ounces. Among the other more notable features of the Capra is the head and handle; both are completely new designs from SMC. The head fits more comfortably into the user’s hand helping to minimize the discomfort often associated with using a mountaineering axe for extended periods on time as on longer routes. While the overall weight of this axe is remarkably light, the axe features a full sized chromoly steel head and spike, not ones that were chopped off to save weight. The unique handle is designed to be easier to index in hand for surer placement and in self-arrest. Great balance and swing weight are hallmarks of this new axe. Every part of the Capra is an entirely new design and not only is it one of the most advanced axes on the market; it is manufactured entirely at the SMC factory in Ferndale, WA. Available in lengths of 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm.

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SMC
We’ve named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on steep mountain faces of 60+deg; or more. One of the lightest weight axes in this category, the 65cm version tips the scale at a mere 16.08 ounces. Among the other more notable features of the Capra is the head and handle; both are completely new designs from SMC. The head fits more comfortably into the user’s hand helping to minimize the discomfort often associated with using a mountaineering axe for extended periods on time as on longer routes. While the overall weight of this axe is remarkably light, the axe features a full sized chromoly steel head and spike, not ones that were chopped off to save weight. The unique handle is designed to be easier to index in hand for surer placement and in self-arrest. Great balance and swing weight are hallmarks of this new axe. Every part of the Capra is an entirely new design and not only is it one of the most advanced axes on the market; it is manufactured entirely at the SMC factory in Ferndale, WA. Available in lengths of 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm.

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SMC
We’ve named our newest axe the Capra, in recognition of the sure-footed mountain goats that inhabit the nearby Cascade Mountain range. Quite often seen at elevations of nearly 10,000 feet, these hardy animals spend most of their lives above the timberline and are well known for being extremely nimble on steep mountain faces of 60+deg; or more. One of the lightest weight axes in this category, the 65cm version tips the scale at a mere 16.08 ounces. Among the other more notable features of the Capra is the head and handle; both are completely new designs from SMC. The head fits more comfortably into the user’s hand helping to minimize the discomfort often associated with using a mountaineering axe for extended periods on time as on longer routes. While the overall weight of this axe is remarkably light, the axe features a full sized chromoly steel head and spike, not ones that were chopped off to save weight. The unique handle is designed to be easier to index in hand for surer placement and in self-arrest. Great balance and swing weight are hallmarks of this new axe. Every part of the Capra is an entirely new design and not only is it one of the most advanced axes on the market; it is manufactured entirely at the SMC factory in Ferndale, WA. Available in lengths of 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm.

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SMC
SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan’s optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure their Shuksans, while performance rental departments across the country testify to its unsurpassed combination of function, durability, reliability, quality and value. Core to the design of the Shuksan is SMC’s patented vibration-dampening connections at the head and spike. The handle is made of extruded aircraft quality aluminum that is powder-coated and oven baked for exceptional durability. Choices include a wide range of lengths; 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85 & 90 centimeters. The Shuksan Ice Axe is endorsed by Eric Simonson and Phil Ershler, co-owners of the world famous International Mountain Guides. Note that Shuksan axe lengths listed above are for the handle measurement only. Add 3.2 cm for the axe head and 7 cm for the spike when determining overall length.

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SMC
SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan’s optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure their Shuksans, while performance rental departments across the country testify to its unsurpassed combination of function, durability, reliability, quality and value. Core to the design of the Shuksan is SMC’s patented vibration-dampening connections at the head and spike. The handle is made of extruded aircraft quality aluminum that is powder-coated and oven baked for exceptional durability. Choices include a wide range of lengths; 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85 & 90 centimeters. The Shuksan Ice Axe is endorsed by Eric Simonson and Phil Ershler, co-owners of the world famous International Mountain Guides. Note that Shuksan axe lengths listed above are for the handle measurement only. Add 3.2 cm for the axe head and 7 cm for the spike when determining overall length.

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SMC
SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan’s optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure their Shuksans, while performance rental departments across the country testify to its unsurpassed combination of function, durability, reliability, quality and value. Core to the design of the Shuksan is SMC’s patented vibration-dampening connections at the head and spike. The handle is made of extruded aircraft quality aluminum that is powder-coated and oven baked for exceptional durability. Choices include a wide range of lengths; 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85 & 90 centimeters. The Shuksan Ice Axe is endorsed by Eric Simonson and Phil Ershler, co-owners of the world famous International Mountain Guides. Note that Shuksan axe lengths listed above are for the handle measurement only. Add 3.2 cm for the axe head and 7 cm for the spike when determining overall length.

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SMC
SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan’s optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure their Shuksans, while performance rental departments across the country testify to its unsurpassed combination of function, durability, reliability, quality and value. Core to the design of the Shuksan is SMC’s patented vibration-dampening connections at the head and spike. The handle is made of extruded aircraft quality aluminum that is powder-coated and oven baked for exceptional durability. Choices include a wide range of lengths; 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85 & 90 centimeters. The Shuksan Ice Axe is endorsed by Eric Simonson and Phil Ershler, co-owners of the world famous International Mountain Guides. Note that Shuksan axe lengths listed above are for the handle measurement only. Add 3.2 cm for the axe head and 7 cm for the spike when determining overall length.

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SMC
SMC called upon years of mountaineering and manufacturing experience to set ourselves to the challenge of designing the perfect general mountaineering axe. They achieved that goal and the result is the Shuksan’s optimal performance in self-arrest, self-belaying, chopping steps as well as an anchor. Unquestionably a lifetime partner, alpinists treasure their Shuksans, while performance rental departments across the country testify to its unsurpassed combination of function, durability, reliability, quality and value. Core to the design of the Shuksan is SMC’s patented vibration-dampening connections at the head and spike. The handle is made of extruded aircraft quality aluminum that is powder-coated and oven baked for exceptional durability. Choices include a wide range of lengths; 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85 & 90 centimeters. The Shuksan Ice Axe is endorsed by Eric Simonson and Phil Ershler, co-owners of the world famous International Mountain Guides. Note that Shuksan axe lengths listed above are for the handle measurement only. Add 3.2 cm for the axe head and 7 cm for the spike when determining overall length.

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