Grivel G Zero Ice Axe Adriatic Blue, 74cm

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I grabbed the G Zero for a glacier traverse in the Alps where I needed something dependable without a lot of complexity, and it delivered exactly that. The steel head bites well on hard snow and the aluminum shaft keeps the weight low enough that you barely notice it on a long approach. The removable blade cover is a small touch that makes a real difference when the axe is riding on your pack for hours at a time.""Some tools try to do everything, and some tools do exactly what they are supposed to with no wasted effort. The Grivel G Zero Ice Axe falls firmly into the second category. Designed for glacier walking and alpine routes, it pairs a steel head with adze to a lightweight aluminum shaft in a package that handles dependably whether you are kicking steps up a snow slope or planting it for security on an exposed traverse. The adjustable leash keeps the axe secured during movement and transitions, so your focus stays on the terrain rather than your gear. The removable plastic blade cover adds comfort during the long carry sections of any alpine day and provides meaningful insulation in cold conditions when the axe is strapped to the outside of your pack. At 452g in the 58cm length and topping out at 500g in the 74cm version, the G Zero carries light across all three size options. CE EN 13089 Type 1 and UIAA 152 certified, it is a straightforward, honest tool built for the routes that form the backbone of alpine mountaineering."

Price: $99.00 from Backcountry