Brand: Blue Ice
Category: Protection
Recommended by Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor — Pacific Northwest, USA
Highlights: lightweight, ice climbing
The Aero Lite ice screws are engineered for the serious mountaineer, offering the lightest design on the market without compromising on performance. With their innovative 3-tooth steel tip and durable aluminum body, these screws ensure quick and reliable placement in various conditions. 1. Ultra-lightweight construction, making them the lightest ice screws available, ideal for reducing pack weight. 2. Innovative 3-tooth steel bit design for efficient and secure placement in ice, enhancing performance on technical climbs. 3. Made from high-quality stainless steel and aluminum, providing durability while minimizing overall weight. 4. Available in five lengths (13 cm, 16 cm, 19 cm, 22 cm) with a color-coded system for easy identification during use. 5. Larger diameter than standard screws, allowing compatibility with existing anchor holes for versatile use. 6. Foldable stainless steel crank for easy handling and storage, ensuring convenience on the go. 7. Designed for optimal performance in a variety of ice conditions, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers. The Aero Lite ice screws are specifically designed for technical mountaineering and ice climbing, excelling in challenging environments such as steep ice faces and mixed terrain. They are perfect for climbers of all skill levels looking to enhance their gear with lightweight, reliable protection. Ideal for winter expeditions and alpine adventures, these screws perform best in cold, icy conditions where quick placement and safety are paramount.
Price: $104.95
- Who it's for
- Glacier travelers and ice climbers who carry large screw racks (12–14 screws) and prioritize weight savings. Hosts use a range of lengths from 7cm to 22cm depending on the application.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently cite ease of placement as the standout quality and recommend the Lite version specifically for rack weight reduction. Going Lite across a full rack saves roughly 350 grams.
- Worth noting
- Noted as the lightest screw per centimeter on the market. Notes are one-sided positive with no criticism raised.
Clara Maynard's review
I use a 19 or 22cm for glacier travel. Lightest screw per cm on the market.
Recommended by Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Aero Lite for?
Glacier travelers and ice climbers who carry large screw racks (12–14 screws) and prioritize weight savings. Hosts use a range of lengths from 7cm to 22cm depending on the application.
What do experts say about the Aero Lite?
Hosts consistently cite ease of placement as the standout quality and recommend the Lite version specifically for rack weight reduction. Going Lite across a full rack saves roughly 350 grams.
What should you know before buying the Aero Lite?
Noted as the lightest screw per centimeter on the market. Notes are one-sided positive with no criticism raised.
What does Clara Maynard say about the Aero Lite?
I use a 19 or 22cm for glacier travel. Lightest screw per cm on the market.
Why does Clara Maynard recommend Blue Ice?
Clara Maynard recommends the Blue Ice Aero Lite for protection. I use a 19 or 22cm for glacier travel. Lightest screw per cm on the market.
Is the Aero Lite a good protection?
Yes — Clara Maynard recommends the Aero Lite by Blue Ice as their protection pick. I use a 19 or 22cm for glacier travel. Lightest screw per cm on the market.
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What other hosts are saying
3 experts recommend the Blue Ice Aero Lite.
Jason Antin, IFMGA/AMGA Mountain Guide | Avalanche Educator | Mountain Performance Coach
For glacier travel, I usually have one longer ice screw (19-21cm) supported by a shorter ice screw (16cm)
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The most important feature of an ice screw, in my opinion, is ease of placement. That's why This earns my pick. I suggesting getting the "Lite" version because the weight adds up. I'm often bringing 12-14 screws with me. Going "Lite" will save about 350 grams on your rack. My rack contains: 1 x 7cm, 1 x 10cm, 3 x 13cm, 4 x 16cm, 3 x 19cm, and 2 x 22 cm.
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