This is a brilliant tool, which climbs ice as well as any axe I've used. The carbon shaft is light, stiff and warm. However it's unashamedly specialist. I'd be reluctant to use an expensive carbon fibre axe for mixed climbing in Scotland, as a standard aluminium tool would do the job as well, and better withstand the rough usage. And at £343.95 per axe, they're not exactly a budget option. For your average UK winter climber the benefits may not justify the price tag, but if you really need..." go to full review

In conclusion, I feel the Ondra Comp manages to stand out in an ever increasingly saturated market of high performance climbing shoes. If you can get past its price point, as your ‘last go best go’ ‘send the project’ weapon, I certainly think it’s worth a consideration. Is this the greatest bouldering shoe ever for everyone? No, but it will be for some. Do I think the Ondra Comp is a step forward in terms of climbing shoe design and innovation? Absolutely.go to full review