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Grivel's Air Tech Light Axe is a classic winter mountaineering axe that won't let you down on the hill. Built to last and not too heavy.
Grivel says
Performance ice axe for classical alpinism with forged one-piece head, G-Bone shaft and rubber handle.
PLEASE NOTE: FOR SAFETY REASONS THIS PRODUCT IN NON-RETURNABLE UNLESS FAULTY.
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Range of use
- Scottish Winter Mountaineering: Whether you’re bagging a Munro or two or having a walk up a snow capped Kinder Scout, this section of the terrain guide covers all activities that involve walking in snowy mountains to help you choose the best crampons and axe to maximise your performance.
- Classic & Technical Alpinism: Involves a huge variety of different, conditions, angles and styles of climbing and because of this the choice of tools available in the Grivel collection is massive. You might need a very light axe for security on approaches to summer rock routes or you could need a pair of work horse tools for that dream north face route in winter whatever your requirements you will find the right tool for the job in this section.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Grivels's Air Tech Light Axe, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Hot-Forged Steel Head - Increased strength and precise geometry for optimised performance.
- G-Bone Aluminium Shaft - Grooved shaft construction increases strength while reducing material weight.
- Controlled Swing - Balanced geometry supports controlled movement during alpine climbing.
- Rubber Grip - The integrated grip enhances handling during technical sections.
- Made in Italy - Manufactured where Grivel tools have been forged and tested for over two centuries.