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$140 If we could only own one ice axe, this would be it 83
$210
One of the best all-around mountaineering axes out there, it just narrowly missed our Editors' Choice Award 81
$200
This burly ice axe is everything you could want for challenging glacier routes and steep snow climbs 81
$200 Built with versatility and steep alpine routes in mind, this model has the shaft of an ice axe with the head of an ice tool 79
$150
Incredibly versatile, there are very few mountaineering objectives that this model doesn't perform well on 77
$170
This super lightweight model is specialized but works extremely well for moderate snow and ice climbs, ski-mountaineering, and alpine rock climbing 76
$180
Geared towards steep snow, moderate ice, and complex glacier climbs - at a great price 69
$100
A solid all-around mountaineering axe that wont break the bank 69
$100 A surprisingly versatile axe considering its impressively low weight 69
$100 Nearly half the weight of many of its all-mountain counterparts, it has a steel pick and proved surprisingly versatile 67
$160
A unique axe for the right climber, it's ideal for limited glacial travel, with minimal steep snow needing to be negotiated to access climbs 64
$80
A solid general purpose mountaineering axe at a very good price 61
$120 Half the weight of many axes, yet still provides functionality for basic snow climbs, approaches, and ski mountaineering 61
$130
The heaviest model that doesn't feature a real spike; it features a decent price, though others are cheaper and offer higher performance 59
$80
Well-designed and solid, the G1 features high quality materials and is friendly on the bank account 59
$120
Perfect for snow climbs or basic glacier mountaineering routes, this pleasantly priced model might not be the best for more technical routes 54
$90 A solid general mountaineering axe for a great price 