Alex Roddie (@alex_roddie):

The great thing about a quality ice axe is that it’ll last decades.

The Mountain Technology Technical axe I used for my first winter and Alpine seasons is still in good nick. My (much lighter) Black Diamond Raven Pro is six years young and looks nearly pristine!

Ellie & Steffan (@BerkeleySqB): Useful article. Thank you. I opted for the Black Diamond Raven with Grip just now, largely because it comes in sizes up to 75cm. Found a deal for £50.

Richard Van Middleton (@Richard56830486):

Yasss. My Petzl Summit Evo gets a mention, which is cool.

Jonathan Wilson (@ElCapitano_JW):

Santa might be bringing me the DMM one on your recommendation … ho ho ho.