Firn Line Design

11/15/2019

Here are some of the products we offer.

10/23/2019

Just in time for the Portland Alpine Festival. The PAF edition of our V-Thread tool with black steel and red accents now on sale at
https://www.firnlinedesign.com/ice-climbing-gear73f9fb64/V-Dart-V-Thread-Tool-p139428214

07/20/2019

Website is down for demolition and renovation, but we’ll be back soon with new gear!

03/12/2019

Looks solid...

Goodness gracious, thank god he didn't put an ice screw in...

02/22/2019

V-Threaders fresh out of the oven.

12/04/2018

Check out our spun polyolefin (Tyvek) roll-top crampon bag, now in size Long. Fits your full length crampons that don’t reduce in length. Uses a nylon 550 draw cord and spring clamp for reduced weight. 3.2 ounces.
See http://firnlinedesign.com/Crampon-Roll-up-Bag-Long-1 or go to firnlinedesign.com

Lightweight & functional roll-top bag made of spun polyolefin (Tyvek) designed for crampons but useful for other gear. Reinforced patches resist points punching thru. Perforated fabric drains water and allows contents to dry. Made in USA. Designed for full-length crampons that do not reduce in lengt...

11/19/2018

Didn’t find what you’re looking for at the Portland Ice Festival? How about Firn Line Design’s V-Thread tool, Portland Ice Fest edition with a sleek black steel and red accent?
Go to firnlinedesign.com

04/14/2018

Our entire staff is headed below the rim of the Grand Canyon for a week. Will resume filling orders Apr 23rd. C ya!

02/26/2018

The easy way to protect your ice screws- covers from Firn Line Design.

01/24/2018

Check out this glove system for ice climbing. Showa 306 with dual latex grip and thin nylon polyester lining. Water repellent and breathable. Seamless construction aids handling binders and pro. Add your favorite liner glove for best combination. Less than $10 at Seattle Marine Supply. Call them at 206 285-5010 and order a pair. Or several.

11/08/2017

Another use for the Firn Line Design crampon bag made of spun Olefin (Tyvek).

10/26/2017

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06/21/2017

Where speed is safety, this technique can make the difference between getting to where you want to be by nightfall or an uncomfortable bivy.

http://blog.alpineinstitute.com/2017/06/the-art-of-plunge-step.html?m=1

The plunge step is a simple technique for walking downhill in the snow. However, it is one of those techniques that seems relatively straig...

05/30/2017

Our entire staff is headed below the rim of the Grand Canyon. Will resume filling orders by June 15th. 🛶

05/13/2017

Used the new crampon bag for a pillow last climb. In retrospect, should have brought the water bottle inside too... new bags+ are online. Check them out.

04/28/2017

Coming soon! New bag for crampons with a roll top, easy access, and 2.8 ounces. Made of spun Olefin, better known as Tyvek but not your mail envelope variety, this is thicker and tougher. With a puffy inside makes a good pillow too.

02/22/2017

Good times at Ouray Ice Park this year. Though it closed early due to warm temps. Look for Spring ice in the NW.