Crampons and axes

Crampons and ice axes: your steel wings on snow and ice

When the vertical terrain is covered in white and blue ice, your progression gear becomes your only connection to the mountain. The crampons and ice axes section at Alternativa Sport, available online and at our Sistiana retail shop, gathers the pinnacle of technology for traditional mountaineering, ice climbing, dry-tooling, and ski touring. We select only tools engineered to offer maximum penetration, stability, and safety on the most exposed passages.

Technical solutions for every slope and climbing style

• Classic and technical ice axes: From classic straight-shaft axes, ideal for support and self-arrest on moderate slopes and glaciers, to highly curved, ergonomic technical tools designed for steep ice falls and modern mixed climbing.

• Mountaineering and ski touring crampons: Available with strap-on (universal), semi-automatic, or fully automatic bindings to fit any type of mountain boot. We offer tempered steel models for maximum durability on hard ice and rock, as well as ultra-lightweight aluminum models for ski mountaineering and fast-and-light snow travel.

• Accessories and spare parts: Crampon bags, point protectors, replacement picks, and leashes to customize your setup to your exact needs.

The brands that shaped the history of winter mountaineering

On icy slopes, there is no room for hesitation. That is why Alternativa Sport only features top-tier brands that test their products in the harshest conditions on Earth. Choose the technological innovation of Petzl (featuring the legendary Sarken crampons or Nomic ice axes), the rugged construction of Black Diamond, the ultra-light reliability of Camp, and the technical precision of Grivel. Prepare your winter kit and experience the mountains in complete safety.