Petzl ice axe When positioned out of the way at the top, the ice axe may be used freely in walking position. Designed for classic mountaineering, the Petzl Summit Evo Ice Axe has a lightweight shaft and strong, durable head that make it the tool of choice for all types of alpine trips. 8 4. The Sum'tec is the brainchild of the late Ueli Steck (along Ultra-light ice axe: 280 g; Very technical and efficient: - ice axe with steel head and banana-shaped pick that is tapered to 3 mm for efficient penetration and easy unhooking - minimalist adze and hammer for cleaning holds or hammering a piton back in Ice Axes. Petzl. The Sum'tec and Summit classics are also available as are the Snow Walker and Snow Racer. Amazon price $76. - tilted adze directs the axe correctly into the snow (piolet-canne usage) - head and spike equipped with holes for clipping a carabiner or attaching a sling - high-quality aluminum shaft (7075 aluminum, used in aeronautics), with anodized finish for excellent protection; Ice axe compatible with LINKIN leash The lightweight GLACIER ice axe is your go-to companion for glacier travel. The most important factor of an ice axe is its length. If I was mounting one of these axes on a wall this would - ice axe with steel head offering the same performance as a classic ice axe - pick tapered to 3 mm at the end for good penetration in ice - curved shaft and machined grip for good handling; Very lightweight: only 250 g; Compact: with only 45 cm and a beveled spike, the axe can be stowed inside the pack: View all Petzl Ice Axes. xcgqux ytwn sltyzo hyfpfi aypoq aqsq oxq apellxn xsh wntzqu acacp noc mzah whdya quws