Low weight is certainly why you buy this ice axe.
Lightest ice axe in the world.
The ice rock idol boasts an unbelievable total weight of 188 grams which is lighter than even the lightest mountaineering axes which usually total more than 300 grams.
Here the corsa is used on the haute route a 7 day ski traverse across the heart of the alps.
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 clean design provides amazing performance especially considering how little it weighs.
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The number of different modular headed ice axes has increased in the past few years and manufacturers are responding to this rapidly growing hybrid category.
No model is as much of a blend between a traditional ice axe and an ice tool than the petzl sum tec and that s a good thing.
The 7075 t6 aluminum alloy head and shaft meet all ce and uiaa requirements for strength and durability.
The lightest ice axe in the world.
However the corsa is not recommended for ice.
Quite possibly the lightest ice axe in the world c a m p.
Perfect for glacier travel ski mountaineering and adventure racing.
The sum tec is the brainchild of the late ueli steck along.