Test Ice
2 min per placementTap ice with pick listening for solid thunk vs hollow crack.
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Tap ice with pick listening for solid thunk vs hollow crack.
Start hole perpendicular then angle screw 45° upward for strength.
Verify hanger seats flush and screw feels solid under hand test.
Build V-thread for rappel with two intersecting holes and cord.
Best practices for ice screw placement.
Redo placement — one bad screw worse than none in false confidence.
Always backup first rappel on new V-thread with screw.
Stop immediately if safety conditions change or equipment fails.