Moosejaw

Features:

• 3-year guarantee
• Adze (included with U19 P) can be used in hard snow, cleaning cracks and for clearing ice
• CASCADE pick included (type B)
• CLIPPER leash included
• Curve and geometry of shaft make for smooth, efficient swinging and solid, precise placements
• Easy to remove CLIPPER leash included
• GRIPREST increases comfort when climbing, allowing the tool to be used leashless. Can be removed for plunging in snow.
• Included CASCADE pick is designed for maximum efficiently and penetration in all types of ice; beveled for easy removal; stable when hooking
• Interchangeable pick
• Low profile hammer (included with U19 M) is designed for jamming in cracks, etc.
• No-slip dual-density grip for climbing performance
• Steel spike at the bottom of shaft for traction when walking

USOutdoor.com

The QUARK is the classic all-around ice tool for vertical ice and mixed climbing. A balanced, smooth swing and aggressive pick design have made this tool the standard by which all other ice tools are judged. The curved shaft offers ample clearance for mantling and hooking cauliflower ice formations. The included forged CASCADE pick tapered for excellent penetration in even brittle ice. It is easy to remove once placed. GRIPREST increases climbing comfort and makes possible to climb leashless. Available in adze and hammer versions.

Technical ice climbing tool.

Features:

• 3-year guarantee
• CASCADE pick included (type B)
• CE / UIAA
• CLIPPER leash included
• Curve and geometry of shaft make for smooth, efficient swinging and solid, precise placements
• Easy to remove CLIPPER leash included
• GRIPREST increases comfort when climbing, allowing the tool to be used leashless. Can be removed for plunging in snow.
• Height: 50 cm
• Included CASCADE pick is designed for maximum efficiently and penetration in all types of ice; beveled for easy removal; stable when hooking
• Interchangeable pick
• Low profile hammer (included with U19 M) is designed for jamming in cracks, etc.
• No-slip dual-density grip for climbing performance
• Shaft: type T
• Steel spike at the bottom of shaft for traction when walking
• Weight: 645 g

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Petzl Quark Ice Tool is the classic all-around ice tool for vertical ice and mixed climbing. A balanced, smooth swing and aggressive pick design have made this tool the standard by which all other ice tools are judged. The curved shaft offers ample clearance for mantling and hooking cauliflower ice formations.

The included forged Cascade pick tapered for excellent penetration in even brittle ice. It is easy to remove once placed. Griprest increases climbing comfort and makes possible to climb leashless. Available in adze and hammer versions.

Features:

• Adze (included with U19 P) can be used in hard snow, cleaning cracks and for clearing ice
• Curve and geometry of shaft make for smooth, efficient swinging and solid, precise placements
• Easy to remove CLIPPER leash included
• Griprest increases comfort when climbing, allowing the tool to be used leashless. Can be removed for plunging in snow.
• Included Cascade pick is designed for maximum efficiently and penetration in all types of ice; beveled for easy removal; stable when hooking
• Low profile hammer (included with U19 M) is designed for jamming in cracks, etc.
• No-slip dual-density grip for climbing performance
• Steel spike at the bottom of shaft for traction when walking

Backcountry.com

REI

Designed for vertical ice and mixed climbing, the Petzl Quark ice tool has a balanced, smooth swing and an aggressive pick design for solid placements.

• Durable, forged pick tapers towards the point; beveled teeth secure purchase in nearly any type of ice
• Griprest increases climbing comfort and allows you to climb leashless; can be removed for plunging into snow
• Ergonomic shaft is designed for climbing with or without a wrist loop to optimize the reach of the tool
• Easy-to-adjust Clipper wrist loop gives firm support while hanging from the tool; locking slider is easy to manipulate
• Short steel spike on the end of the shaft provides traction while walking
• Hammer head shatters loose ice and drives in pro
• Hex wrench (included) removes pick and adze components; replacement components sold separately
• Shaft length is 50cm

Mountain Gear

For pulling nasty, mixed lines and technical challenges, look no further than Petzl's Quark Ice Tool. You won't have to work to keep it in your grasp when clinging to the innovative grip that protects your pinky finger with a shell of rubber and steel.

Features:

• Insulate your hands from the as you hold on to the innovative grip that fits even the smallest of hands
• Penetrate deeply with the unique pick while you keep it from slipping away with the included leash
• Specify adze or hammer when ordering
• You'll have high clearance that will help you to reach those difficult placements with ease while the handle virtually wraps your pinky in a fortress of rubber and steel

Gearx (2009)

A popular steep ice and mixed tool, redesigned for winter of 04. High-clearance shaft with ergonomic grip. Aluminum throughout creates a lightweight, balanced tool. Comes with releasable clipper leash (note: accidental leash release is a possibility). B-rated pick not as strong as thicker, T-rated pick, but thinner for easier penetration and less ice displacement. Now features an enhanced hand notch at the bottom of the shaft to reduce fatigue and facilitate leashless climbing.