The Petzl Summit Ice Axe is a top - choice classic mountaineering tool, delivering an outstanding balance of price and performance. This lightweight ice axe doesn't sacrifice power, with its head having just the right weight for excellent anchoring. The curved upper part of the shaft provides great clearance when climbing steep ice, while the straighter lower part ensures efficient snow penetration. The pick and adze, made of hot - forged steel, offer solid anchoring. The 3 - mm thin and toothed pick tip grips hard snow and ice well, and its thicker middle part is great for soft snow. The teeth on the pick's upper part enhance the grip in piolet - rampe mode. The durable stainless - steel spike penetrates hard snow and is useful in piolet - canne mode. The high - strength steel adze provides a comfortable support surface and can carve stairs efficiently. Its tilted design directs the axe properly into the snow. Both the head and spike have holes for attaching a carabiner or sling. The high - quality 7075 aluminium shaft, with an anodized finish, offers excellent protection. The handle cut into the adze gives a better grip. This ice axe is also compatible with the LINKIN leash. Specifications: Pick type: 1, Shaft type: 1, Certifications: CE, UIAA. Materials: heat - treated steel, 7075 aluminium, stainless heat - treated steel.
Using the Petzl Summit Ice Axe is straightforward. For climbing on steep ice, hold the axe firmly by the handle and use the pick to anchor into the ice. In piolet - canne mode, you can use the spike to penetrate hard snow for support. When using it on soft snow, the middle part of the pick will give you better anchoring. For carving stairs, the adze's design allows for efficient work. When using the ice axe, always make sure your grip is secure. Check the pick, adze, and spike regularly for any signs of wear or damage. If there are chips or cracks, it's best not to use the axe until it's repaired or replaced. After use, clean the ice axe with a soft cloth to remove any snow or ice. Store it in a dry place to prevent rusting. The anodized finish on the shaft provides good protection, but avoid rough handling that could scratch it. And don't forget to check the compatibility with your LINKIN leash if you're using it.
