Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor
Best ice screw on the market in my opinion. Lighter than the Petzl ultralight screws!
Recommended in Ice Climbing
Brand: TAZ
Category: Ice Axes & Tools
Recommended by Nicholas Metz, Mountain Guide — North Conway, NH
The Aero Ice Screw is a cutting-edge tool designed for ice climbing enthusiasts, combining lightweight construction with exceptional durability. Its innovative 3-tooth tip design ensures quick and efficient screwing, making it an essential companion for technical routes. 1. Unique 3-tooth tip design for rapid and effortless screwing into ice. 2. Thin wall construction significantly reduces weight without compromising strength. 3. Durable steel tip and tube maintain thread integrity for reliable performance. 4. Color-coded knob and hanger for easy identification of screw lengths. 5. Protective cap for teeth to ensure longevity and safety during transport. 6. Foldable stainless steel wire crank for convenient handling and storage. 7. Highly textured crank knob provides a secure grip for enhanced control. The Aero Ice Screw is primarily designed for ice climbing, excelling in challenging conditions where performance and reliability are crucial. Ideal for experienced climbers tackling technical routes, this screw performs best in icy environments, providing secure protection. Its lightweight and durable design makes it perfect for long ascents, ensuring climbers can rely on it season after season.
Price: $89.95
The best screws out there!
Recommended by Nicholas Metz, Mountain Guide
The best screws out there!
Nicholas Metz recommends the TAZ Aero Ice Screw for ice axes & tools. The best screws out there!
Yes — Nicholas Metz recommends the Aero Ice Screw by TAZ as their ice axes & tools pick. The best screws out there!
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7 experts recommend the TAZ Aero Ice Screw.
Best ice screw on the market in my opinion. Lighter than the Petzl ultralight screws!
Recommended in Ice Climbing
I made the switch to these 2 years ago from Petzl and these are it! The diameter of these screws are huge. Meaning you'll hit your V-threads way easier and you can rebore old screw holes. These are also light. I like the steels because I climb in NH where ice can be wet, cold, or just tough to get the screws in. The ultra-lights will freeze in very wet ice as a warning!
Recommended in Ice Climbing
By far, the best ice screws on the market.
Recommended in Ice Climbing Kit
These have a larger diameter than any other screw which makes them ideal for well traveled routes. They're also light and easy to operate which I really enjoy.
Recommended in Ice Climbing
The cadillac of ice screws. Steel construction, lightweight, durable, and even aesthetically pleasing. Places super fast, large diameter allows me to re-use existing screw holes due to necessity or when I'm feeling spicy.
Recommended in Ice Climbing
The Aero Ice Screw is the lightest and smoothest full steel screw on the market. The slightly larger diameter allows you to easily re-bore used screw holes if you need. My typical ice rack for leading: 8x 13cm (yellow) 4x 16cm (blue) 1x 21cm (green)
Recommended in Ice Climbing
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