Petzl Glacier Literide Ice Axe
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Compact and lightweight, the Petzl Glacier Literide Ice Axe is the perfect choice for ski mountaineering, skiing steep chutes and fast-and-light climbing.
Shop similar products- It also has the benefit of great anchoring efficiency thanks to its very high-quality steel pick, guaranteeing both confident anchoring and great durability
- Measuring only 50cm long, the Glacier Literide is as compact as it is light, and therefore easily transportable on a pack
- Provides very good anchoring in hard snow and ice thanks to the profile of the tip; stainless-steel spike offers very good penetration in hard snow
- High-quality steel pick is identical to picks of technical ice axes; the strong steel adze has an edge designed for efficient cutting of steps
- Head and spike are equipped with holes for clipping a carabiner or attaching a sling
- High-quality 7075 aluminum shaft has an anodized finish for excellent rust protection; handle cut into the shaft provides a solid grip when used for technical ice climbing
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View all Petzl Ice Axes| Best Use | Mountaineering |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | Heat-treated steel/aluminum 7075 |
| Pick Shape | Classic Curve |
| Shaft Shape | Straight |
| Weight | 11.3 ounces |
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Great Lightweight Ice Axe
Love this ice axe, it is very lightweight, does not feel like you are carrying a weight on your pack. All features work as expected. Price is right too. Not as full featured as other models but then again you have to pay for those features. This one will stay on my pack as I do not need any advanced features. Would have been nice if it came with the leash but that is not a deal breaker for me. It is the shorter version so don't expect to be using it as a hiking stick as you wade through snow, get the longer version if that is what you are looking for. This is not meant for expedition use. For the weekend warriors though you can't go wrong.
Fully functional ultralight ice ax
The Petzl Glacier Literide Ice Axe has all of the desired functionality of standard ice axes while being significantly lighter. Most ultralight ice axes forgo certain features such as the spike and adze to cut down weight. However, the Literide includes all typical features of standard ice axes while maintaining an "ultralight" weight. The specs of the shaft and head material make it such that it can be used for anchors and crevasse rescue scenarios. Note that the ice axe only comes in a single length, 50cm, which is on the short end. To save weight, the adze lacks full coverage and is slimmer than other models, making it weaker and harder to cut trenches in compact snow/glacier ice. However, these downsides are made up for by its weight.
Comfortable lightweight Ice Axe
This ice axe is a great choice for someone looking for a good all around axe, with a spike, without the added weight to their pack. It is very easy to carry and has a shorter length. You hardly notice the weight at all. The Glacier Literide is a good option for easy to moderate glacier mountaineering and snow climbing. It was super comfortable to use and self arrested well. It doesn't come with a leash, but it worked well in steep snow. A great all around ice axe!