Ice Climbing Tools

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Modular ice axe for technical mountaineering

The SUM'TEC ice axe represents versatility: it adapts easily to any mountaineering activity, from classic to technical. It is completely modular, allowing it to be optimized for the objective. The TRIGREST handrest, adjustable without tools, and the compatibility of the ice axe with most Petzl accessories (PUR'ICE and DRY picks, MASSELOTTES...) ensure the efficiency required for difficult sections.

• Technical:
  - ICE pick is tapered at the tip for easy penetration in any ice
  - the TRIGREST handrest allows the position of the hand or the index finger to be adjusted into climbing mode quickly and without tools
  - shaft has steel spike for solid support in piolet-canne mode
• Versatile:
  - curved shaft for efficient anchoring, while protecting the hand
  - shaft is straight enough for efficient planting into snow and walking comfortably
• Completely modular ice axe:
  - interchangeable picks adapt to different objectives
  - adze and hammer are interchangeable
• adding weights (optional) improves anchoring qualities
  - compatible with Petzl accessories for QUARK, NOMIC and ERGO ice axes
  - available in two versions: adze or hammer

• Pick type: 2
• Shaft type: 2
• Material(s): steel, aluminum, nylon
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA
• Ice axe sold with ICE pick, PANNE adze or MARTEAU hammer, TRIGREST handrest.

Additional Information:

• Item Code: U015AA00

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Modular crampons for ice climbing and dry tooling, with LEVERLOCK FIL bindings

Technical and lightweight, DART crampons are designed for ice climbing, mixed climbing and dry tooling. With modular front points (long or short mono-point, dual-point or asymmetrical dual-point), they adapt to difficult climbs,snow couloirs and dry tooling. Stable support on any type of ice (cauliflower, hoarfrost), thanks to the lateral secondary points. The configuration of the points allows for precise, efficient placements. The lifespan of crampons can be extended by replacing the front points or sections.

• Technical:
  - asymmetrical front sections for technical mountaineering boots
  - toothed front points offer excellent penetration
  - stable support on any type of ice (cauliflower, hoarfrost), thanks to the lateral secondary points, also on the mono-point
  - precise, efficient placements, thanks to the configuration of the points
• ANTISNOW system limits snow buildup in any snow conditions
• Modular:
  - come with four modular front points, to adapt to different activities. Mono-point (short or long), for ice climbing and dry tooling, asymmetrical dual-point for pure ice, or dual point for snow couloirs and gullies
• length of front points can be modified with one screw:
  - LEVERLOCK FIL bindings: system for all technical mountaineering and ice climbing boots with front and rear welts
  - compatible with FIL SMALL toe bail, to adapt them to narrow boots with toe welts
  - compatible with the KIT CORD-TEC for reduced weight and bulk
• Lifespan extended with spare parts:
  - front points available as accessories
  - front sections available as accessories
  - ANTISNOW DART available as accessory

• Number of points: 12
• Boot sizes: 34 to 44 with M linking bar (included); optional L linking bar fits boots sizes 38 to 49
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA

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Versatile ice axe for technical mountaineering and ice climbing

QUARK is a versatile ice axe designed for technical mountaineering and for ice climbing. Its balance and its ICE pick allow solid placements on any type of ice. The TRIGREST and GRIPREST handrests make it easy to handle and comfortable in any situation. They provide more efficient handle grip for difficult sections. Entirely modular, the QUARK ice axe adapts easily to technical, varied terrain: snow couloirs, gullies, north faces, icefalls.

• Versatile ice axe:
  - shaft curved below the head and GRIPREST QUARK handrest at the bottom of the shaft to protect the hands on ice climbs
  - shaft has a steel spike and is straight enough for use in piolet-canne mode
  - shaft is hydroformed for optimal grip in the middle of the shaft, for snow couloirs
  - over-molded, bi-material handle provides good grip while insulating from the cold
  - TRIGREST QUARK and GRIPREST QUARK handrests strengthen the grip on difficult sections
  - 550 g with PANNE or MARTEAU
• Efficient placement on any type of ice
  - ICE pick is tapered at the tip (3.3 mm) and versatile across all terrain: snow, ice and mixed
  - compatible with MASSELOTTE weights to modify the balance and improve the inertia of the ice axe
• Modular construction:
  - entirely modular head allows the technical aspects of the ice axe to be adjusted
  - compatible with Petzl accessories: PUR'ICE, MINI MARTEAU, MASSELOTTES...
  - TRIGREST QUARK handrest is height adjustable without tools
  - GRIPREST QUARK handrest folds in easily for planting the ice axe in snow
  - connection hole is compatible with V-LINK elasticated loss-prevention webbing
  - only 465 g, not including accessories

• Pick type: 2
• Shaft type: 2
• Material(s): aluminum, steel, glass fiber reinforced plastic
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA
• Sold with ICE pick, MARTEAU or PANNE, TRIGREST QUARK and GRIPREST QUARK handrests

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Additional Information:

• Item Code: U019AA00

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Hybrid crampons, with steel front piece and aluminum heel piece, for approaches and glacier skiing, with LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL binding

Designed for approaches and glacier skiing, the IRVIS HYBRID crampons have a steel front piece and aluminum heel piece, offering an excellent balance between performance, technicality and weight, and traction on ice. The CORD-TEC flexible linking system minimizes bulk for ease of carrying. The LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL binding fits the front part of any boot. Crampons come with ANTISNOW and carry bag.

• Excellent balance between performance, technicality and weight:
  - steel front piece gives traction on ice
  - aluminum heel piece to minimize crampon weight (570 g with included ANTISNOW)
• Very compact:
  - CORD-TEC flexible linking system optimizes volume of crampons when packed in their bag (included)
  - tool-free length adjustment
• LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL binding: works with all glacier travel, mountaineering and ski touring footwear with a heel welt; its components (FIL or FIL FLEX) allow it to fit the front part of any boot (with or without a welt)

• Number of points: 10
• Boot sizes: 36-46
• Certification(s): CE EN 893, UIAA
• Material(s): aluminum, steel, stainless steel, nylon, Dyneema
• Crampons come with protective carry bag and ANTISNOW

Additional Information:

• Item Code: T02ALLU

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Technical mountaineering crampons, with LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL bindings

Technical mountaineering crampons, with LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL bindings. The T-shaped front points are designed for excellent penetration of hard ice and comfort on mixed terrain, while providing solid purchase in snow.

• Technical crampons:
  - slim, rigid and very robust frame
  - lightweight
• T-shaped front points are designed for excellent penetration of hard ice and comfort on mixed terrain, while providing solid purchase in snow
• LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL bindings: compatible with all hiking and mountaineering boots with rear welts; the components (FIL or FLEX) make them adaptable to all types of boot toe (with or without welts)
• ANTISNOW system, included with crampons, limits snow buildup in any snow conditions

• Number of points: 12
• Boot sizes: 36-50
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA

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Lightweight performance ice axe for glacier travel

Lightweight performance ice axe for glacier travel, with a meticulous design and finish. The GLACIER ice axe offers very good anchoring qualities 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.

• 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 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

• Pick type: 1
• Shaft type: 1
• Material(s): heat-treated steel, aluminum 7075
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA, UKCA
• Ice axe sold with LINKIN leash

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• Lightweight ice axe for skiing on glaciers

  Compact and lightweight, the GLACIER LITERIDE ice axe is the perfect choice for ski mountaineering. It also has the benefit of great anchoring efficiency thanks to its very high-quality steel pick, guaranteeing both confident anchoring and great durability.

  Compact: measuring 50 cm, the GLACIER LITERIDE is as compact as it is light, and therefore easily transportable on a pack.
• 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 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 (aluminum 7075, used in aeronautics), with anodized finish for excellent rust protection
  - handle cut into the shaft provides better grip when used for technical ice climbing

• Pick type: 1
• Shaft type: 1
• Material(s): tempered steel, 7075 aluminum
• Certification(s): CE, UIAA, UKCA