Product Review
Designed for classic mountaineering, the Petzl SUMMIT EVO Ice Axe is the tool of choice for all types of alpine trips. Lightweight and with a waterjet-formed tube, it offers a very comfortable grip under the head of the axe. The technical design of the curved shaft provides the necessary clearance on steep, icy terrain. The forged and well-balanced head provides very good anchoring qualities. The grip of the shaft makes it a precise and efficient ice axe.
- TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE: A high-end ice axe designed for classic to technical mountaineering; the hydroformed handle offers excellent grip and control on steep terrain.
- HYDROFORMED SHAFT: The 7075 aluminum shaft is shaped using high-pressure water to create an ergonomic curve that fits perfectly in the hand, improving comfort and reducing fatigue.
- RUBBERIZED GRIP: The lower handle area features a technical rubber over-mold that provides superior friction and thermal insulation compared to standard aluminum shafts.
- HOT-FORGED HEAD: Features a high-quality steel pick (3mm tip) and adze; the pick is toothed for secure anchoring in ice, while the adze is optimized for step cutting.
- OPTIMIZED CURVE: The specific curve of the shaft provides the necessary clearance for climbing steep ice or couloirs while still allowing for efficient use as a piolet-canne (cane mode).
