Glacier

The Petzl Glacier Ice axe is ideal for the all around mountaineer. Built light, but with performance in mind, the Glacier utilizes a high quality steel pick and spike, providing great anchoring qualities in hard snow and icy terrain. The anodized aluminum shaft features a machined handle to provide better grip without extra weight. Description Lightness and comfort:- the upper part of the pick offers excellent grip (comfortable supporting surface)- the pick and the shaft are lighter, yet extremely robust Very good anchoring qualities in hard snow and ice, thanks to:- the profile of the pick, for sure and stable anchoring- the toothed steel pick, thinner and durable at the tip (3 mm)- the stainless steel spike, for very good penetration in hard snow High strength and practical aspects:- high-quality steel pick (identical to picks of technical ice axes)- very strong steel adze with with an edge designed for efficient cutting of steps - head and spike equipped with holes for clipping a