Easy-pull zipper pulls help make unzipping easier
It is though ideal for carrying your equipment on those shorter hikes, or from car to photo spot or for wandering around towns and villages
Use a sleeve or case for added protection
The influence of corrosion appears to be consistent across various hook types, but of course smaller thinner hooks corrode faster, and for the ultimate in hook shedding, barbless is best
If you get distracted by needless bells and whistles, buy solely based on brand, or get something that just isn't right for your body and style of hiking, then your choice can become an annoying hindrance
When I got the Helix 7, I quickly realized how awesome it could be on the ice