Compact and lightweight, the GLACIER LITERIDE ice axe is the perfect choice for ski mountaineering, skiing steep chutes and fast-and-light climbing. 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 pick of toothed steel, 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 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
Certification: CE, UIAA
Length: 50 cm
Weight: 320 g
Material: heat-treated steel, aluminum 7075