Quark Technical Ice Axe With Adze

Description

The Petzl QUARK is one of the most popular ice tools of all time and is a highly adaptable ice axe that is perfect for technical mountaineering and ice climbing. It has a well-balanced ICE pick that allows for secure placements on a variety of ice types. The TRIGREST and GRIPREST handrests make it easy to hold and comfortable to use in a variety of situations. They also provide a better grip on the handle when climbing through challenging sections. The QUARK is fully modular, making it easy to use on a variety of technical terrain, including snow couloirs, gullies, north faces, and ice routes.

The overall weight of the Petzl Quark Ice Axe at 550grams is a really great weight to get the balance between being heavy enough to feel nice sinking into hard waterfall ice, and being light enough to carry in the mountains as a technical mountaineering tool. 

The Adze version of the Petzl Quark is perfect for whenever snow or alpine ice is expected. It efficiently cuts T-slots and snow bollards for anchors as well as being handy to clear belay ledges or even bivvy ledges when you're getting desperate. 

Petzl Quart Ice Axe with Adze Features

• The upper curved section of the shaft works great on steep terrain pick placements and features a GRIPREST handrest at the bottom to protect hands during ice climbs.
  
• The straight shaft includes a steel spike and is suitable for use in piolet-canne mode.
  
• The hydroformed shaft provides an optimal grip in the middle for use in snow couloirs.
  
• The overmolded bi-material handle offers a good grip while insulating from the cold.
  
• The TRIGREST and GRIPREST handrests enhance the grip on difficult sections.
  
• The ice axe weighs 550 g with the PANNE or MARTEAU attachments.
  
• The tapered tip (3.3 mm) on the ICE pick allows for efficient placement on various types of ice, including snow, ice, and mixed terrain.
  
• The MASSELOTTES weights can be added to modify the balance and increase the inertia of the ice axe.
  
• The ALPEN ADAPT system makes the QUARK fully modular, with an interchangeable head that can be adjusted for different technical needs.
  
• The ICE, PUR'ICE, DRY, and PUR'DRY picks can be swapped out to adapt to different terrain objectives (snow, ice, or mixed).
  
• The adze and hammer attachments are interchangeable.
  
• The TRIGREST handrest is adjustable in height without tools.
  
• The GRIPREST handrest can be easily folded in for planting the ice axe in snow.
  
• The connection hole is compatible with the V-LINK elasticated loss-prevention webbing.
  
• The ice axe weighs only 465 g without accessories.
  

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