Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor
Best all around tool for my hands. I use it these for almost everything. No head weights for me though!
Recommended in Ice Climbing
Brand: Petzl
Category: Ice Axes & Tools
Recommended by Andy Scott, Owner/Lead Guide at Small Cliffs Guiding — Northeast US
Highlights: technical ice climbing
The NOMIC ice axe is the ultimate tool for ice climbing enthusiasts, offering unparalleled balance and versatility. Its innovative design ensures efficient performance across various ice conditions, making it a must-have for serious climbers. 1. Perfectly balanced design enhances swing efficiency for precise placements. 2. PUR’ICE pick allows for effective penetration in diverse ice types, ensuring reliability. 3. Double handle configuration provides multiple grip options for optimal control and stability. 4. Ergonomic handle with adjustable GRIPREST handrest enhances comfort during extended use. 5. Minimalist hammer design protects the axe head while allowing for piton adjustments. 6. Modular construction enables customization based on specific terrain requirements. 7. Lightweight materials ensure ease of handling without compromising strength. The NOMIC ice axe is designed for advanced ice climbing, ideal for both technical ascents and mixed terrain. It performs best in cold, icy environments where precision and adaptability are crucial. Targeted towards experienced climbers, this tool excels in challenging scenarios such as steep ice routes and alpine climbs. Its versatility makes it suitable for use throughout the winter season, ensuring climbers are well-equipped for any icy challenge they encounter.
Price: $379.95
The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.
Recommended by Andy Scott, Owner/Lead Guide at Small Cliffs Guiding
The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.
Andy Scott recommends the Petzl Petzl NOMIC for ice axes & tools. The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.
Yes — Andy Scott recommends the Petzl NOMIC by Petzl as their ice axes & tools pick. The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.
10 experts recommend the Petzl NOMIC.
Best all around tool for my hands. I use it these for almost everything. No head weights for me though!
Recommended in Ice Climbing
Can't go wrong with the Nomics, I swung these tools for years with great results!
Recommended in Ice Climbing Gear
If I had to have 1 tool, it would be these. I love them for how secure they feel when you stick them in the ice. They also work great in moderate mixed terrain. I like to use the "Pur Ice" pick if there is no dry tooling on the route. The Pur Ice pick is thinner, and penetrates deeper. I also like the "Dry" pick, which works well on ice and is a little beefier if you need to place it directly on rock. I think these shine in WI 4 and WI 5. They work well enough in WI 3. I would not take these up WI 2, but then again, who wants to climb WI 2?
Recommended in Ice Climbing
when the ice gets steep, this is the tool for the job.
Recommended in Alpine climbing gear
Great swing, great balance. Love that they come with head weights pre-installed.
Recommended in Ice Climbing Kit
Consistency, widely regarded as "The" ice tool for steep ice climbing
Recommended in Ice and Mixed climbing
These are the bees knees. I've used a few other tools and these stand out as being the best.
Recommended in Ice Climbing
My preferred tool for leading pure ice! I prefer the balance and swing of the Nomic, though ice tools are often a matter of personal preference.
Recommended in Ice Climbing
My favorite all-round ice tools
Recommended in Ice Climbing
“The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.”
“The Petzl Nomic is THE ice tool to use for your hardest, proudest, and best sends on ice. Ive used this tool for years, and I love every swing. If you have to pick one ice tool to get you up your best climbs, chose the Nomic 10 times out of 10.”
