{"product_id":"ascent-plates","title":"Ascent Plates","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoing up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBooting up a 50-degree couloir is the definition of type 2 fun - until you're waist deep in sugar snow. Our ascent plates are designed to provide the flotation you need in steep, technical terrain where crampons alone aren't enough and skis are no longer an option. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to give you a stable platform in soft or variable snow conditions. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo More Wading:\u003c\/strong\u003e you ain't fishing, so why are you wasting energy wading in deep snow? Our Ascent Plates make it \u003cstrong\u003emuch, much \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeasier\u003c\/strong\u003e to climb in steep snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for universal fit with most standard mountaineering and technical crampon systems. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e slim design allows them to be easily lashed to the side of a backpack or tucked away when the terrain levels out. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC machined aluminum. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 316 grams per pair (ultra-light for the dedicated skimo kit). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e OG smile logo printed on the bottom\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrampon Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to integrate seamlessly underfoot with your existing crampons. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoot Size: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe ascent plates have been tested on boots between 278 - 297 BSL. Larger boots \u003cem\u003eshouldn't \u003c\/em\u003ehave an issue but shorter boots might not fit on the plate platform properly.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for steep snow couloirs, ridge scrambles, and spring mountaineering objectives. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e simple, tool-free attachment in the field so you don't lose time at the transition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscent plates have a universal fit and work with a variety of types of crampons. Not sure if your crampons will work? Hit us up at \u003cstrong\u003etypetwogear@gmail.com\u003c\/strong\u003e and we will get you sorted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese ascent plates are made of thin aluminum and will bend in variable snow conditions. Bend\/punch them back to flat after skiing your objective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Type2 Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51380962853178,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/7706\/3994\/files\/IMG_5146.jpg?v=1773594641","url":"https:\/\/typetwogear.com\/products\/ascent-plates","provider":"Type2 Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}