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Microspikes vs Crampons - Safety Advice Issued

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Following a survey of winter hill-goers, which revealed a sizeable minority who were unsure of the differences between key items of winter safety equipment, Mountaineering Scotland has issued advice on the pros and cons of using microspikes ver...

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