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Grivel G1 Ice Axe

    Grivel G1 Ice Axe

    • $74.95
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    Gear up for classic glacier climbs with the strong and trusty Grivel G1 ice axe.

    • Hot-forged, carbon steel head provides durability and strength for lasting bite and chopping power
    • Ergonomic head fits comfortably in your hand while ascending snowfields and glaciers
    • Carbon steel spike plunges easily into hard-packed snow and ice
    • Strong aluminum alloy shaft keeps the weight of the Grivel G1 ice axe down to 468g

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    Grivel G1 Ice Axe Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Mountaineering
    (66cm) 468 grams
    Classic curve
    Straight
    Carbon steel pick and spike/ERGAL aluminum alloy shaft
    Weight
    Pick shape
    Shaft shape
    Material(s)

    Grivel G1 Ice Axe Customer Reviews

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    Grivel G1 Ice Axe
     
    4.3

    (based on 4 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Safe (4)
    • Comfortable grip (3)
    • Ergonomic (3)
    • Good balance (3)
    • Lightweight (3)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Mountaineering (4)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Casual/ recreational (3)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (4)

      Reviewed by 4 customers

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      Apr

      18

      2013

       
      4.0

      Great axe. Prefer it to the Raven.

      By Wveniez

      from Atlanta, GA

      About Me Avid Mountaineer

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable Grip
      • Ergonomic
      • Good Balance
      • Lightweight
      • Safe

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Glacier Climbing
        • Mountaineering

        Comments about Grivel G1 Ice Axe:

        I prefer this axe to the Raven for a few reasons: 1) I think this axe feels more solid in my hand. I don't think it's going to break at any time and I have no problem trusting it as an anchor during a crevasse rescue, self arrest etc. 2) I love the color. So much better than the dark grey that the Raven comes in 3) The price is right. Grivel has never marked up ridiculously on any of their products and I will support them for that. Had great experience with their G22s as well 4) Made in Italy and not in China like BD stuff. Need I say more?

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Feb

        9

        2013

         
        4.0

        Grivel Ice Axe

        By Crazy Climber

        from Northridge, Ca

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Good Balance
        • Lightweight
        • Safe

        Cons

        • Limited Rope Holes

        Best Uses

        • Mountaineering
        • Snow Climbing

        Comments about Grivel G1 Ice Axe:

        I used the grivel to teach my niece and nephew to self arrest, it was great and the bright yellow made it easy to find in the snow. It was also used going up Baldy's bowl this winter. I felt safer having in my possession. The only drawback I found slightly irritating is that there are limited holes in the axe head to tie a safety rope. But I found a way (:

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Oct

        6

        2011

        (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great beginner axe, could be lighter

        By bja2704

        from Ellicott City, Md

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

        • Comfortable Grip
        • Ergonomic
        • Good Balance
        • Safe

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Glacier Climbing
          • Mountaineering
          • Snow Climbing

          Comments about Grivel G1 Ice Axe:

          Good all around beginner axe but the only downside is the top slit does not fit a carabiner for belaying easily off of the head.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Oct

          1

          2011

          (4 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Good Axe

          By the outdoor enthusiast

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          See all my reviews

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          Pros

          • Comfortable Grip
          • Ergonomic
          • Lightweight
          • Safe

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Terrain
            • Mountaineering

            Comments about Grivel G1 Ice Axe:

            I bought this axe after using the black diamond raven. I do not really prefer one over the other, but if I had to, I would chose this one. It feels lighter and the pick has grooves in it for your fingers to rest in, maaking it a little easier to use with golves on. But since it feels lighter, it makes me feel a little less safe. It has never bent or anything, but it is kinda just that since it feels so light, it feels a little weaker. I am sure it is just as safe as the raven. The main reason I chose this one is because of the color. All my buddies went with the raven because it is a more well known brand in the climbing world, so I chose this, so it would stand out.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (4 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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