The Petzl Summit EVO Ice Axe is a lightweight technical ice axe designed for classic mountaineering and alpine terrain. It combines a lightweight construction with enough weight in the forged steel head to provide effective anchoring. Its curved upper shaft offers good clearance on steeper terrain, while the straighter lower section allows efficient penetration into snow.

Available from Backpackers Outdoor, the Petzl Summit EVO is a dependable choice for mountaineers who need an ice axe that balances low weight, handling and reliable performance across snowy and icy terrain.

Technical Shaft Design and Comfortable Grip

The hydroformed shaft provides a comfortable and secure grip around the curve. The upper section is curved to create clearance when climbing, while the lower section remains straighter for efficient snow planting and comfortable use in classic mountaineering.

The shaft is made from 7075 aluminum, a high-strength alloy also used in aerospace applications, and features an anodized finish for added protection. The textured grip provides secure handling without interfering with piolet-canne use.

Forged Steel Pick and Head

The Petzl Summit EVO features a hot-forged steel head and pick designed for reliable anchoring. The 3 mm pick tip is thin and toothed for effective penetration into hard snow and ice, while the pick becomes thicker toward the middle to improve anchoring in softer snow.

Teeth along the upper part of the pick provide additional grip when using the ice axe in piolet-rampe mode. The stainless steel spike provides effective penetration in hard snow and dependable support when using the axe in piolet-canne mode.

Durable Adze and Practical Features

The durable steel adze provides a comfortable support surface and has edge geometry designed for efficiently cutting steps into snow and ice. Its angled design also helps orient the axe correctly when used in piolet-canne mode.

For practical gear management, both the head and spike feature holes that can be used for clipping a carabiner or attaching a sling. The SUMMIT EVO is also compatible with the LINKIN removable leash, providing an option for securing the ice axe during mountaineering.

Petzl Summit EVO Ice Axe Specifications

• Pick type: 1
• Shaft type: 1
• Materials: Heat-treated steel, aluminum 7075, stainless heat-treated steel, TPU
• Certifications: CE, UIAA, UKCA
• Available lengths: 52 cm, 59 cm, 66 cm
• Weight: 400 g (52 cm), 420 g (59 cm), 450 g (66 cm)
• Included: Protective caps for the ice axe pick and spike
• Leash compatibility: LINKIN removable leash

Why Choose the Petzl Summit EVO Ice Axe?

The Petzl Summit EVO is designed for mountaineers who want a lightweight ice axe without sacrificing anchoring performance. Its curved shaft provides clearance on steeper terrain, while the forged steel pick and durable spike deliver reliable performance in hard snow and ice.

With its strong 7075 aluminum shaft, ergonomic hydroformed grip, practical adze and multiple length options, the Petzl Summit EVO Ice Axe is well suited to classic mountaineering, alpine routes and varied snowy terrain.

Shop the Petzl Summit EVO Ice Axe at Backpackers Outdoor and choose the length that best matches your mountaineering objectives.