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: TAZ
Category: Ice Axes & Tools
Recommended by Nicholas Metz, Mountain Guide — North Conway, NH
Highlights: versatile
The Nomic ice axe is the ultimate tool for serious ice climbers, offering unparalleled balance and versatility for tackling a variety of icy terrains. With its innovative design and modular features, it ensures optimal performance and comfort during challenging climbs. 1. Exceptional swing and balance, enhanced by MASSELOTTES weights for optimized inertia and striking quality. 2. PUR’ICE pick with a tapered tip for superior penetration in hard ice, featuring a toothed upper side for stable support. 3. Ergonomic double handle design allows for multiple grip modes and seamless hand switching, enhancing climbing efficiency. 4. Hydroformed shaft provides optimal grip and comfort, even in cold conditions. 5. Fully modular head compatible with various picks (ICE, PUR'ICE, DRY, PUR'DRY) and interchangeable adze and hammer for tailored performance. 6. Adjustable GRIPREST handrest accommodates different hand sizes and improves support in piolet-canne mode. 7. Lightweight design (only 500 g without accessories) ideal for dry tooling and technical climbing. The Nomic ice axe is designed for advanced ice climbing and mountaineering, excelling in mixed and icy environments. It is perfect for experienced climbers seeking a reliable tool for steep ascents and technical routes. This axe performs best in winter conditions, allowing climbers to tackle challenging ice formations with confidence and precision. Whether you are scaling frozen waterfalls or navigating icy ridges, the Nomic is your go-to companion for high-performance climbing.
Price: $379.95
My favorite all-round ice tools
Recommended by Nicholas Metz, Mountain Guide
My favorite all-round ice tools
Nicholas Metz recommends the TAZ Nomic for ice axes & tools. My favorite all-round ice tools
Yes — Nicholas Metz recommends the Nomic by TAZ as their ice axes & tools pick. My favorite all-round ice tools
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10 experts recommend the TAZ 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
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 in My First List
“My favorite all-round ice tools”
