Boot Boys Pinch Axes From Trolls

Italian climbing company Grivel are changing distributors in the UK to the Mountain Boot Company, who also deal with Scarpa boots and Thorlo socks.

The switch from long-standing UK distributors Troll takes effect from 20 February, though it's been the subject of speculation in the outdoor trade for some time. The Mountain Boot Company say that they'll be looking to 'to make substantial investment in growing their position within the UK' which in normal speak should mean that you'll see Grivel gear more widely available and more broadly promoted.

For journalists, it signals the end of an era - no longer will we be gently harangued on the merits of the 360-degree screw by Troll's inimitable bearded grizzled and massively knowledgeable mountain maestro Andy Perkins...

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