Grivel's North Machine Ice Axe is a fantastic lightweight option for both technical climbs and walking.The chromoly steel shaft is light and strong, while the 3mm hot-forged ice pick with side grooves gives a strong grip. The large eye in the axe head is ideal for hooking the tool onto a carabiner to keep it safe. Chromoly steel shaft - stronger strength to weight ratio than regular steelSide grooves - improved strength and grip3mm hot-forged ice pickCan also be used with the Grivel Ice Plus, Cascade Plus and Dry Plus picksLarge eye in head - compatible with a carabinerT rated axe - suitable for technical climbs