The Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe is a highly technical ice axe designed for demanding ice climbing, mixed climbing and dry tooling. Its ergonomic double-handle design provides multiple grip positions, while the sharply angled lower handle delivers increased comfort and power on difficult sections. Combined with a balanced shape, DRY pick and modular ALPEN ADAPT system, this ice axe is built for climbers who need precise placements, secure hooking and efficient performance across challenging terrain.

The Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe combines advanced ergonomics with a modular construction that allows the technical configuration to be adapted to different climbing objectives. It is supplied with the DRY pick, MASSELOTTES weights, MINI MARTEAU, GRIPREST ERGONOMIC handrest and protective pick cap, providing a versatile setup for technical climbing.

Ergonomic Double Handle for Technical Climbing

The ice axe features a double handle, with both high and low grip positions. This gives climbers multiple ways to hold the tool and makes switching between hand positions more stable and efficient.

The lower handle is sharply angled to provide greater comfort when hanging from the ice axe and additional power during extremely difficult sections. Its ergonomic shape also allows an open-handed grip, helping reduce hand fatigue and making it easier to optimize rests during demanding climbs.

The upper handle is overmolded and bi-material, providing a secure grip while also helping insulate the hand from cold temperatures. A hydroformed shaft provides an effective gripping area through the middle of the shaft.

Precise Placement, Hooking and Wedging

The shape and balance of the Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe are designed to deliver an effective swing for precise placements. The curve beneath the head makes hooking easier, which is particularly useful when negotiating technical mixed and dry-tooling sections.

The supplied DRY pick is tapered to 3.3 mm at the tip and is designed for versatility across rock, snow and ice. Its 4 mm thickness provides increased strength when the pick is slotted and torqued, while the toothed edge helps stabilize the ice axe during inverted positions.

MASSELOTTES for Improved Striking Performance

The ice axe comes with MASSELOTTES weights that improve inertia and striking quality. Their shape is optimized for slotting the pick into cracks, making them useful for technical climbing techniques where precise pick placement and stability are important.

This combination of balance, weight distribution and pick geometry helps provide the controlled performance required for difficult climbing sequences.

Modular ALPEN ADAPT System

A key feature of the Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe is the ALPEN ADAPT system, which makes the ice axe completely modular. Its interchangeable components allow the technical characteristics of the tool to be adjusted according to the terrain and climbing objective.

The head can be configured with different interchangeable picks, including:

• ICE
• PUR’ICE
• DRY
• PUR’DRY

This allows climbers to adapt the ice axe for snow, ice or mixed terrain.

The adze and hammer are also interchangeable, providing additional flexibility when configuring the tool for specific routes and climbing styles.

Lightweight Configuration for Dry Tooling

The modular construction also allows unnecessary components to be removed when a lighter setup is preferred. Without accessories, the ice axe can weigh only 550 g, making it suitable for climbers looking to reduce equipment weight during dry-tooling applications.

The supplied MINI MARTEAU protects the head and allows the climber to hammer a piton back into position when required.

Adjustable GRIPREST ERGONOMIC Handrest

The GRIPREST ERGONOMIC handrest is overmolded and adjustable to three positions, allowing it to accommodate different hand sizes. It can also be adjusted while wearing gloves, which is especially useful in cold climbing environments.

This adjustable handrest contributes to the overall ergonomic design and helps climbers maintain a comfortable and secure grip during technical climbing.

Built for Highly Technical Climbing

The Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe is designed for climbers who require precise handling and multiple configuration options on challenging terrain. Its ergonomic handles, DRY pick, optimized weights and modular components make it a specialized tool for technical ice climbing and dry tooling.

Specifications

• Product Name: Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe
• Pick type: 2
• Shaft type: 2
• Material(s): Aluminum, steel, glass fiber reinforced plastic
• Certification(s): CE, UKCA, UIAA
• Weight without accessories: 550 g
• Pick: DRY
• Pick tip thickness: 3.3 mm
• Pick thickness: 4 mm
• Handrest: GRIPREST ERGONOMIC
• Modular system: ALPEN ADAPT
• Compatible picks: ICE, PUR’ICE, DRY and PUR’DRY
• Included: DRY pick, MASSELOTTES, MINI MARTEAU, GRIPREST ERGONOMIC handrest and protective cap for ice axe pick

The Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe is an advanced choice for climbers tackling highly technical ice, mixed terrain and dry-tooling routes. Its ergonomic grip positions, precise DRY pick, optimized balance and modular ALPEN ADAPT system provide the versatility needed to configure the tool for different climbing objectives.

Shop the Petzl Ergonomic Ice Axe from Backpackers Outdoor for demanding technical climbing and dry-tooling applications.