I don't know your level of experience, but yes, your self-arrest technique could use some improvement...practice, practice, practice.
I agree. I get out as much as I can, but the opportunities are somewhat limited here in southern CA.
Originally Posted By: Bob West
1. Never attach the ice-axe to yourself with a sling. If you lose the axe while out of control, you can end up with a deadly instrument flying around you. This happened to me on the Palisade Glacier. I was fortunate to walk away uninjured.
That's the first time that I've heard this, but it makes sense. I noticed that in the instructional videos online, you don't see any slings. Here is one that I like:
