Good for the steep stuff, Alex Roddie recommends the Petzl Summit ice axe. The Petzl Summit Evo received 4.5 stars and a Recommended rating from David Lintern when he tested it in 2023.

Designed for classic mountaineering, the SUMMIT EVO ice axe is the tool of choice for all types of alpine trips. Lightweight and with a waterjet-formed tube, it offers a very comfortable grip under ...