Grivel Tech Machine ice axe

GRIVEL Tech Machine Ice Axe

Dominate the vertical world with the GRIVEL Tech Machine, the ultimate technical ice axe for ice climbing and dry tooling. Engineered for climbers who demand uncompromising performance on the most challenging routes, the Tech Machine is a technical ice axe designed for steep ice and dry tooling. It provides the confidence and precision needed to push your limits on frozen waterfalls, demanding mixed terrain, and modern competition-style problems.

At the heart of its exceptional performance is the innovative G-Bone aluminium shaft, a unique design that delivers incredible strength and rigidity with a significantly reduced weight. This grooved construction improves the structural integrity of the axe for incredibly controlled handling and a perfectly balanced, efficient swing. Every placement feels solid and energy-sparing, allowing you to climb longer and with greater accuracy. The axe becomes a natural extension of your arm, translating your intent into secure placements with minimal effort.

The aggressive, curved shaping optimises clearance and control in technical terrain, ensuring your knuckles stay clear of ice bulges and your swing path remains unobstructed. This advanced geometry is perfectly complemented by the offset handle, which supports a secure grip and precise control during dynamic placements and intricate hooking manoeuvres. Whether you´re making a delicate tap or a powerful, full-body swing, the ergonomic handle provides the stability and tactile feedback you need to climb with confidence. This tool is truly built for precision on steep terrain, where every move counts.

Adaptability is key in the mountains, and the Tech Machine excels with its integrated VARIO system. This revolutionary feature enables interchangeable blades and rear accessories for a truly precise configuration tailored to your day´s objective. Effortlessly swap from an ice-specific blade to a dry tooling pick, or add a hammer or adze in seconds to manage pitons or clear ice. This modularity not only makes the Tech Machine incredibly versatile for all conditions but also extends its lifespan, protecting your investment for many seasons to come.

Specifications:

* Weight: 672 g / 23.7 oz

Construction:

* Vario System Aluminium Head
* G-Bone Aluminium Shaft
* Ergonomic Rubber Handle
* Steel Tip

Certification:

* CE EN 13089 TYPE 2
* UIAA 152

Compatibility:

* Ice Vario
* Total Ice+ Vario
* Katana Ice Vario
* Razor Ice+ Vario
* Total Dry Vario
* Simple Vario
* Thor Mini Vario
* Thor Vario
* Adze Vario