Lightest Ice Axe

Versatile models for intermediate climbing on varied terrain.

Lightest ice axe.

350 grams is usually the max weight. 4 9 out of 5 stars 33. Weighing in at only 11 2 oz and coming in a single size of 50 cm this tool is lightweight and compact fitting easily into your pack. This hole in the head of an ice axe is used to affix an ice axe leash or sometimes to clip a carabiner and some leashes attach via a carabiner.

The shaft is optionally equipped with a sliding leash which allows you to secure the ice axe to your wrist or climbing harness. Other options for a lightweight ice axe are. Weight matters in climbing and mountaineering with any piece of gear and this remains no less true with ice axes. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed.

Usa corsa excels at mountaineering adventure racing and low angle glacier travel. Nor do you need to carry a super burly cen t rated model with a modular head if you are planning for walk up style moderate glacier routes. If you are looking for a super light ice axe for your long adventure where you cannot overpack then the petzl glacier literide is a tool you want to try. However if you want the lightest option for self arrest in moderately steep terrain combined with snow anchor options and securing a traverse the camp usa corsa is the best lightweight ice axe.

Lightweight performance ice axes that provide a comfortable grip and good anchoring qualities. Performance ice axes with forged head and excellent anchoring qualities adapted to the multitude of configurations of alpine terrain. It features an aluminum shaft and an aluminum head. The decreased weight means they are axes are built for snow missions not ice.

However a super lightweight piece of gear is not suitable for alpine or mountaineering routes. 68 3 10 shipping. At the bottom of the shaft there is also a spike for penetrating ice and snow while. The camp usa corsa ice axe is quite possibly the lightest weight ice ax in the world weighing just 8 8 oz 250 grams in a size 60 cm length.

Camp ice axe head protector. Quite possibly the lightest ice axe in the world c a m p. Petzl glacier lightweight performance ice axe for glacier travel. Almost all shafts are made of aluminum now because it s lightweight and strong.

6 00 2 new offers. The lightest axes available used most for ski mountaineering adventure racing and other go light ascents. The camp corsa is a super lightweight ice axe it weighs merely 7 ounces. In axes for ice climbing the adze is often replaced with a hammer carabiner hole.

Despite its lightweight it is a fully functional uiaa certified b ice ax capable of being used for self rescue glissading and strong enough to be used as a belay anchor. The petzl glacier literide is a compact and lightweight ice axe for ski mountaineering and glacier travel. Free shipping on eligible orders.