Salewa Alpine-X Ice Axe 65 cm - Night/Black
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Salewa Alpine-X Ice Axe 65 cm - Night/Black
Salewa Alpine-X Ice Axe with a length of 65 cm and a weight of 375 g is designed for alpine treks, glacier tours, and general mountain activities. It combines a carbon steel blade with a lightweight 7075 aluminum shaft. It is equipped with a wide adze for cutting steps and a spike that makes it easier to drive into snow. The blade, about 3 mm thick, is suitable for both snow and ice. The model meets the EN 13089:2011+A3:2023 standard and corresponds to type 1 (B), which is the category for ice axes intended for classic mountaineering and glacier trekking.
The blade with teeth and adze made from carbon steel
The head of the ice ax is constructed from carbon steel and has a lattice structure that reduces weight while maintaining high durability. Equipped with a serrated blade for driving into ice and a wide adze for carving steps in hard snow. There are holes for attaching a carabiner in the head and at the base of the shaft, facilitating the transport and securing of the equipment.
Straight shaft with a spike for driving
The shaft is made from anodized 7075 aluminum, which combines low weight with high resistance to loads. The smooth surface enhances the comfort of handling the ice ax and ensures a firm grip and stability at various angles of inclination. The lower part of the shaft ends with a replaceable carbide spike, which improves stability when driving into snow and ice and supports belaying on hard ground. The ice ax can also be used as a support point when hiking on less steep slopes.
Standards and safety
The ice ax meets the EN 13089:2011+A3:2023 standard, which refers to equipment for ice climbing and mountain tourism. Classification Type 1 (Basic) indicates that it is designed for smaller loads, suitable for moving in snow and ice, on glaciers, and in high mountain tourism.
Set elements
- Salewa Alpine-X Ice Axe 65 cm - Night/Black
- blade cover
- carbide spike
- self-locking hand support
- leash
Main features
- length: 65 cm
- ice ax with a serrated blade and adze made from carbon steel
- shaft made from anodized 7075 aluminum
- carbide spike at the end of the shaft
- lattice construction of the head
Technical data
Material: carbon steel, 7075 aluminum
Length: 65 cm
Weight: 375 g
Manufacturer: Salewa, Italy
| Main color | Black |
|---|---|
| EAN | 4053865869974 |
| Manufacturer code | 00-0000001754/3990 65 |
| Brand | Salewa |
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