Feathered Friends

Pro Light Picket 21"

Pro Light Picket 21" - Main image
$27.9 $45 In stock

Category: Climbing Protection

This is lightweight snow picket anchor from SMC designed for firmer snow for guides and hardcore alpinists to be placed either horizontally or vertically, depending upon the snow conditions encountered.  The reinforced EnCAPsulator head striking area prevents "mushrooming" of the end when pounding the picket into a vertical placement.  Shorter length pickets like this are ideal for firmer snow conditions, and also fit more nicely when carried on compact climbing packs.  Snow conditions vary widely and the strength of various types of placements is difficult to predict.  There are many different trade-offs with different types of snow anchor designs, depending upon the circumstances.  The right tool for the right job.  Just like everything else in climbing, proper instruction and practice in a safe environment is essential.

Details

  • 21" Snow Picket Anchor
  • I-Beam Construction
  • High VisibilityReinforced Striking Area on Hammering End Reduces Deformation
  • Pointed Drive-End
  • Designed to be placed Vertically or used as a Dead Man "T" Anchor
  • 11.2 oz (318 g)

PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RETURN OR EXCHANGE

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Christopher ★★★★★

The horizontal placement on firm spring snow held a solid fall during a practice session—no budging at all. It’s noticeably lighter than my old steel picket, which makes a real difference on long approaches where every gram counts.

Avery ★★★★★

Used these on a recent Denali trip and they plunged into hard wind slab like butter. The option to place them horizontally or vertically is a real game-changer when the snow conditions keep shifting. Saved us serious time setting up a solid anchor.

William ★★★★★

Finally had a chance to test these in wind-scoured alpine snow and the horizontal placement option worked perfectly. The tapered tip cut in fast with just a few kicks.