Mountain Climbing News : Grivel Nepal S.A. Ice Axe Review

Mountain Gear

Whether you're looking to do some classic snow climbing, outfitting a rental program, or trekking, the Nepal SA ice axe from Grivel is your ticket. You'll be set for any non-technical application with its aluminum shaft and sturdy, hot forged steel head with an inclined pick equipped with teeth halfway along its length.

Features:

Dig into the ice with the strong, hot forged carbon-steel head with an inclined pick that has teeth along half of its length
Grasp the Ergal aluminum shaft with confidence - it surpasses UIAA standards for strength and durability and its black, epoxy-based paint coating will last you through several climbs

Backcountry.com

The Grivel Nepal S.A. Ice Axe is ideal for non-technical snow and glacier travel. A slight curve in the shaft allows you to place the spike more perpendicular to the slope for a secure placement in cane position. It also aids self-arrest by giving you an arch that's easier to push your chest against to anchor yourself securely. Perfect for beginning climbers and schools, the Nepal S.A's shaft curve speeds your learning curve.

Bottom Line:Lean the basics to keep yourself safe.

Moosejaw

The Nepal S.A. Ice Axe by Grivel is a non-technical ice axe ideal for trekking, classic snow climbs, rental programs, and schools. The carbon-steel head features a classically inclined pick with teeth along half its length. The body and pick are hot, drop forged in one piece, then the stamped adze is welded to it. The Ergal shaft surpasses UIAA norms for strength and durability; it is coated with black, epoxy-based paint. Version with shaft S.A..