Petzl Quark Ice Tool HIGHLY TECHNICAL: The QUARK is a versatile ice axe designed primarily for technical mountaineering and ice climbing. The interchangeable ICE pick is tapered for easy penetration in cold ice and stable hooking on both ice and rock. ADAPTABLE: This modular pick adapts per activity and context. Equipped with the MARTEAU, the TRIGREST handrest, and the GRIPREST, the QUARK is ideal for technical mountaineering. With the MASSELOTTES weights, the QUARK's swing is optimized for cold ice. LIGHTWEIGHT: Without any accessories, the QUARK weighs only 460 grams, making it a lightweight, ultrahigh performance ice axe. EASY TO USE: The ergonomic handle provides a good grip, even for small hands, and insulation from the cold. The lower part of the shaft penetrates snow perfectly in piolet-canne mode. EXTRAS: The QUARK features a carabiner hole under the GRIPREST for easy access and use.