A trekking/ski-touring pole that has a retractable blade in the handle and functions as an ice axe for emergency arrest when this is extracted and locked into place.
Suitable for ice axe arrest and daggering easier alpine climbs and ideal for ski-touring in areas where a fall could result in a potentially serious slide as the bade can be extended or retracted in seconds. It comes with a 75mm basket. However, it is not a substitute for an ice axe!.
Available in two versions available: Two part and three part. The two part is lighter and stronger for skiing, but the three part compacts down smaller and so is better for climbers who may wish to stow it in a rucksack. The three part version was originally made by Grivel specially at the request of Needle Sports.
Price is per pole.
NB The screw that holds the blade in place can vibrate loose and fall out during use and it is very hard for us to get replacement screws from Grivel. So please make sure this screw is done up tight and check it now and again when skiing.