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Common Info about crampons
Choosing the right crampon can be confusing at best, so here's a quick
course:
Front Points These are the points that stick out in front of your boots. There are generally two front points for ice and
snow, although many climbers are switching to mono points for modern mixed (rock &
ice) climbing. For ice, the points should be vertically-oriented, which does less damage to the
ice. On snow, most climbers want horizontally-oriented front points, which provide a larger surface on which to
stand.
Frame - The frame can be either rigid, flexible or semi-rigid. Choosing the correct frame depends on which boots you
have, as well as which discipline you want to emphasize. Rigid is best for ice and mixed
climbing, with a stiff leather or plastic boot. Flexible crampons are the old standard for
everything. These work well on snow with most any boot. All-around climbers often choose semi-rigid crampons because of their
versatility.
Attachment - For any type of climbing, a step-in crampon is the fastest, easiest way to
go. To use this style you must have a sole that is designed to accept them. If your boots don't have the correct
sole, then you will have to resort to either a RapidFix (also called New-Matic) style
crampon, which utilizes a "Y" strap over the toe and a levered heel or a complete strap-on
setup. The down side to strap-on crampons is the amount of time and energy it takes to put them on and take them
off.
 Grivel
crampon G10.
A lightweight, universal crampon designed to meet classical demands. G10 is
compact (with only ten points), user friendly (short, non-aggressive points),
simple to size (rapid, tool-free adjustment system), and will fit any size and
type of shoe (available with four different binding systems). The entire G10
crampon is manufactured from Chromoly steel using new technology which is
exclusive to Grivel at this time. Called "3 Dimensional Relief Stamping
(3DRS)", this process increases the strength and rigidity, not only of the
crampon's frame, but of each individual point as well. Four
"anti-shear" points, perpendicular to the line of the boot, improve
security during descents. The crampons are fully adjustable by hand, without
tools and one size fits all. G10 is easily collapsed for transportation. By
placing a bolt (included) through the front of the arch piece, it will remain
centered, reducing the overall length of the collapsed crampon. In addition, the
entire adjustment mechanism may be replaced with a simple nut and bolt; while
this reduces weight, future length adjustments will require tools.
 New
Classic Crampon Binding Systems:
An evolution of the Classic binding. Both front and rear plastic harnesses are
hinged to their respective retention posts and may be "d" to
facilitate attachment to the boot, then closed securely once the shoe is inside.
The single strap closure system is so simple we may not need to provide
instructions; the New Classic is thus ideal for rental programs and first time
users. The width of the rear harness adjusts to accommodate virtually any heel
size. This system is simple and reliable, quick and easy, but it does take up a
bit more space in the rucksack.
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Ski
poles are extremely useful during your Mt. Elbrus climb. We provide
telescopic easily adjustable ski poles .
Really it is not necessary in summer but sometimes may be useful.
Harness is not
vitally necessary. If we need a belay on Elbrus we can make a loop
using belay rope.
Not
necessary item. If you are accustomed to this equipment it may be useful. If
not - it's just additional weight not more.
You
need sleeping bag to live in base camp at "Barrels huts". We
provide sleeping bags along with special individual cotton sheet.