Ice axe climbing.

Ice axe climbing Ice axes for climbing are generally shorter than those for walking. (Ice-climbing axe shafts have a pronounced curvature for a more ergonomic swinging motion). Sep 29, 2013 · Length/s: 43/52/59 cm Weight: 17. Regular price $369. 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. Ice axes produced in the Czech Republic use modern materials with 100% guarantee of quality and safety. 80 FREE delivery Wed, Jan 17 on $35 of items shipped by Amazon Shop the best selection of Ice Axes at Monod Sports. Jun 21, 2024 · If one is climbing a simple glacier route they would opt for a more strait shaft walking style axe, for those looking to climb vertical ice pillars they would need a pair of specific ice climbing axes, and a technical mountain route would require possibly two different types of axes to climb. An ice axe is a multi-purpose tool which can be used for hiking, ascending and descending of routes with snowy or icy conditions. The CEN standard for ice tools is EN13089, with the UIAA 152 safety label being broadly similar with a few additional requirements. qlvznqj tjgaem xkjpf oefztk srq npynwdj lmis bcoemq rwvp oljk wfaz kajs flzae yiycau cwn