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Petzl

Glacier

$99.95

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Description

Lightweight axe for glacier travel and moderate slopes

A lightweight performance ice axe for glacier travel with a meticulous design and finish, the Petzl Glacier offers very good anchoring in hard snow and ice thanks to its very high-quality steel pick, guaranteeing both solid bite and durability. It also has an anodized aluminum shaft with a machined handle for excellent grip.

Specifications

Brand Name:

Petzl

Weight:

60 cm: 350g
68 cm: 370g
75 cm: 390g

Made In:

France

Mfg Sku/Part Number:

U01B

Other Features:

• LINKIN leash included
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 an edge designed for efficient cutting of steps
• 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 rust protection
• Handle cut into the shaft provides better grip when used for technical ice climbing