Fixed length poles 1.18 Fixed length poles favour solidity. Grivel has then added the triangular shape of the central part, strengthening the section with its 3 angles and keeping it solid no matter which direction the stress is coming from, either the front or the side: we never know along which direction we will ask our pole to support us! Large diameter 18 mm shaft for maximum resistance. Ergonomic and asymmetric grip (left and right) because our hands are asymmetric as well! Dual density Tech grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 115 – 140 Weight: 230 gr. – 8.10 ozs
1.16 Fixed length pole with smaller 16 mm section to favour lightness. Triangular shape in the central part to strengthen the section. Dual density Light grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 115 – 130 Weight: 188gr. – 6.62 ozs
The feather weight ice axe for alpinists: 515 grams! An ideal choice for climbers who prefer the reduced weight and easy handling of a simple tool that retains all the characteristics of a Grivel ice axe. Hot forged head in chromolly steel: no compromise over quality. Available with shovel or hammer. The angle in the shaft is high up as this maximises the distance between shaft and anchorage points. The straight lower section of the shaft makes penetration easier even in hard snow. The Horn can be fitted for comfortable and efficient support. The Trigger can be fitted to distribute weight onto all fingers. The Slider can be used to go leashless. The new Tech leash can be fitted. Weight: (Hammer) 515 gr – 18,2 ozs Size: 50 cm Patented Model with shovel delivery October 2007
Polystyrene foam bubble mat: extra light, extra compact and extra comfort. Use it as protection against the cold, the wet and rocks. Foldable –depends where you need it – your bottom or your head. Put it in your rucksack and it will act as protection between you and your tools. Bubbles will stimulate your circulation. Size: 38 cm x 28 cm.
Delivery January 2008
Helmet designed for expedition to colder regions where a warm hat can be worn
underneath. Also good for bigger heads. Designed for alpine, rock, and ice climbing. Outer shell in ABS protecting
against penetration, inner layer in shock absorbing polystyrene foam. One size
(58-66) that can be regulated to fit once the helmet is on.. Extremely efficient
air circulation. Colour: metallic titanium Weight: 380 gr. – 13,4 ozs Delivery January 2008
The weight of a rucksack must lie in its contents and not in the sack itself. The rucksack can be folded away into its own inner pocket and only reappears when needed. It only weighs 455 grams! Made in Nylon Rip Stop in the exclusive Grivel yellow/black. All frills removed to reduce weight and bulk. New padded shoulder straps and padded back panel. Two ice axe attachments. The two straps on the front can be used to attach all means of equipment: skis, snowboard, poles, tent… This new standard will be appreciated where the air is thin and every gram weighs like a kilo. Weight: 455gr. / 16oz Volume 28lt. Delivery December 2007
A medium/large sized rucksack, 55 lt, for alpinism and ski touring made with the new VX21 Carbon Composite fabric, used in sails technology. Composite materials are engineered materials that don’t occur in nature: the 210 Cordura laminated in a five ply sandwich with Dacron X-Pac fabric used for the basic structure is reinforced with netting in Dacron, increasing the material’s mechanics without making it heavier. The dark netting, easily visible and touchable on the fabric, increases rip resistance even when subjected to prolonged and heavy use. It also gives excellent structural stability not just to the fabric itself but to the whole rucksack. Real progress in quality standards. This fabric is 200 psi waterproof. The zipped opening on the front of the rucksack makes it easy to pack, or unpack, starting from the bottom upwards! Interior gear loops to distribute weight in the most stable position: towards the back. Internal pocket for hydration bladder and exit for tube. Two quick snap ice tool attachments. Side compression straps and ski slots. Large pockets on the hood. The top pouch can be taken off and used as a bum bag. Fixed back panel with cross shaped furrows permitting air circulation. Simple waist belt with two clever quick snap ice tool attachments that doesn’t interfere with a climbing harness. The waist belt can be easily removed Weight: 1805gr. /63,6oz Naked: 1275gr. / 44,9oz Delivery December 2007
DRILL 1,5 PROBE The lightest in the world. Its length is useful in practice for fast and effective probing. It can fit on ALL Grivel poles, by screwing it on the end part of the pole after removing the basket, to build a probe over 2,4 m long. It is rigid: a probe that bends once it is inserted in the avalanche snow can pass right by the buried person without finding him/her. Tungsten carbide tip for maximum effectiveness in hard or icy snow. Size: 150 Weight: 143 gr
Two sections adjustable poles 2.18 The choice of two-section adjustable poles is growing as users appreciate its wide adjustment range together with its reduced size for transport. Its weight is limited and it offers great reliability thanks to the single external adjustment system. The model with 18 mm and 16 mm diameters favours the solidity of the pole. Ergonomic and asymmetric grip (left and right) because our hands are asymmetric as well! Dual density Tech grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Continuous length adjustment through the patented U&Down system, for sure the easiest and most natural to use: lever up to adjust, lever down to lock. Easier and faster than any other adjustment system. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 86 – 140 Weight: 264 gr – 9.30 ozs
2.16 This two sections adjustable pole favours lightness through 16 and 14 mm diameters. Dual density Light grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Continuous length adjustment through the patented U&Down system. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 78 – 140 Weight: 211 gr – 7.43 ozs
Haute Route Ice Axe Specifically designed for ski touring, it is a light and manageable ice axe. It is ideal for ski tourers with advanced needs requiring this essential safety tool. Hot forged steel blade and small shovel for compact storage and great comfort in holding. Spike at 45-degree angle-cut, hot forged. Easy and comfortable Long Leash. Sizes:53 - 58 Weight: 318 gr. – 11.2 ozs
PROBE 2,4 Traditional length probe in Grivel carbon composite material, carbon and light alloy, for maximum lightness and resistance. It is rigid: a probe that bends once it is inserted in the avalanche snow can pass right by the buried person without finding him/her. Tungsten carbide tip for maximum effectiveness in hard or icy snow. Size: 240 cm Weight: 175 gr.
A medium sized 45 lt. rucksack for alpinism and ski touring made with the new VX21 Carbon Composite fabric, used in sails technology. Composite materials are engineered materials that don’t occur in nature: the 210 Cordura laminated in a five ply sandwich with Dacron X-Pac fabric used for the basic structure is reinforced with netting in Dacron, increasing the material’s mechanics without making it heavier. The dark netting, easily visible and touchable on the fabric, increases rip resistance even when subjected to prolonged and heavy use. It also gives excellent structural stability not just to the fabric itself but to the whole rucksack. Real progress in quality standards. This fabric is 200 psi waterproof. The zipped opening on the front of the rucksack makes it easy to pack, or unpack, starting from the bottom upwards! Interior gear loops to distribute weight in the most stable position: towards the back. Internal pocket for hydration bladder and exit for tube. Two quick snap ice tool attachments. Side compression straps and ski slots. Large pockets on the hood. The top pouch can be taken off and used as a bum bag. Fixed back panel with cross shaped furrows permitting air circulation. Simple waist belt with two clever quick snap ice tool attachments that doesn’t interfere with a climbing harness. The waist belt can be easily removed Weight: 1695gr. / 59,7oz. Naked : 1185 Delivery December 2007
Race Ice Axe What is the most important feature of a competition tool? To answer is simple: to be the lightest in the world. The Race ice axe is specifically designed for ski touring competitions, and it is therefore addressed to athletes who understand its use and field of application. Hot forged light alloy blade. Alloy-carbon composite shaft with a 45-degree angle-cut at the bottom to increase penetration in hard snow … without increasing weight. Sizes: 50 Weight: 194 – 6.8 ozs
Three sections adjustable poles 3.18 Three sections adjustable poles are favoured by those who look for a greater adjustment range and for the possibility to minimize the size for transport. The model with 18 mm, 16 mm and 14 mm diameters favours the solidity of the pole. Ergonomic and asymmetric grip (left and right) because our hands are asymmetric as well! Dual density Tech grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. The length adjustment is continuous thanks to the patented U&Down system, for sure the easiest and most natural to use: lever up to adjust, lever down to lock. Easier and faster than any other adjustment system. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 73 - 140 Weight: 289 gr. – 10.18 ozs
3.16 This three section adjustable pole favours lightness through 16, 14 and 12 mm diameters. Dual density Light for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Continuous length adjustment through the patented U&Down system. Easier and faster than any other adjustment system. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 70 – 125 Weight: 239gr. – 8.42 ozs
Race Crampon What is the most important feature of a competition tool? To answer is simple: to be the lightest in the world. The Race crampon is specifically designed for ski touring competitions, and it is therefore addressed to athletes who understand its use and field of application. Front part made of light alloy with 6 points arranged in rational order. Flex regulation bar. Rear part made of light alloy with 4 points. Compact storage and minimum weight for transport. Weight: 373 gr.- 13.2 ozs
Haute Route Crampon We have designed a specific product for ski touring considering the technical needs of users together with the search of simplicity and lightness. Totally new and “bomb-proof” model that can easily adapt to the modern ski touring boots. Front part made of steel with 6 points arranged in rational order. Flex regulation bar. Rear part made of light alloy with 4 points. Antibott mounted on the rear part, optional in the front part but included in the package. Compact storage and minimum weight for transport. Weight: 558 gr. – 19.7 ozs
STEEL BLADE SHOVEL The shovel is the last tool in the companion rescue range after the avalanche beacon and the probe, but it is the tool allowing us to free our buried partner. This is the reason why it needs to be readily available (without complex maneuvers to assemble the shaft) and effective, therefore able to dig hard and icy snow that we can find while shoveling. That is why the best possible blade is a steel blade. Not a plastic one and not even an aluminium one: cutting knives have steel blades to be effective, not plastic nor aluminium ones! The Grivel shovel is a completely new product, designed to cover the needs of rescue and snow digging. It is ready to use without any assembling, it is natural to hold without any explanation and it is also panic proof in a moment of high emotional stress. It has a wide capacity unlike many models available on the market that are almost flat and turn out to be not effective for digging. It is multi-functional because it also works in “tight” situations, such as the bottom of a hole or the inside of an emergency cave. It is also easy to fix on the outside of a rucksack for immediate use and back protection. It can be used with an ice axe to extend the shaft in alpine environments or in expeditions. And last but not least it is the lightest in the world! The shovel is also useful in many situations besides avalanche rescue. - It is indispensable to analyse snowpack conditions by digging pits to see how different snow layers are tied and then determine the cohesion of the slope - It is indispensable for making emergency shelters on a snow slope in case of a forced or unexpected bivouac. - It is indispensable to dig an emergency hole on flat snow to build an igloo or a hut using the skis to support the roof. - It is very useful for carving out a level space for our tent on a ridge or a slope or any non-flat area and it allows us to easily build a windscreen; it also allows us to free a tent on which too much snow has piled on in bad weather conditions - It allows us to easily make a kitchen or storage area complete with seating, or even a toilet away from the wind and from curious eyes. - It makes an excellent dead man anchor to progress safely on snow slopes - It is also very useful to couple the front part of the skis to make an emergency stretcher
Weight. 406 gr.
CONDOR 18 Large diameter shaft for maximum resistance with triangular shape in the central part, strengthening the section with its 3 angles and keeping it solid no matter which direction the stress on the pole is coming from. Dual density Condor grip for maximum resistance, comfort and thermal insulation. Hot forged extractable steel blade to overcome difficult and dangerous situations. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 120 - 135 Weight: 398gr. – 14.02
CONDOR 18.16 18 mm and 16 mm two-section pole, adjustable through the patented Up&Down system. Hot forged extractable steel blade to overcome difficult and dangerous situations. Interchangeable screwed in baskets, small and medium size. Size: 84 - 135 Weight: 428 gr. – 15.08 ozs
Race Helmet Specific model designed to respect the needs of weight and comfort of ski tourers. Three main openings on the front part allow an easier elimination of sweat during hard climbs and a better ventilation of the whole head. Simplified and lighter regulation system. White color with carbon stripes. One size, adjustable. Weight: 238 gr – 10.05 ozs
A small/medium rucksack, 35 lt., for alpinism and ski touring made with the new VX21 Carbon Composite fabric, used in sails technology. Composite materials are engineered materials that don’t occur in nature: the 210 Cordura laminated in a five ply sandwich with Dacron X-Pac fabric used for the basic structure is reinforced with netting in Dacron, increasing the material’s mechanics without making it heavier. The dark netting, easily visible and touchable on the fabric, increases rip resistance even when subjected to prolonged and heavy use. It also gives excellent structural stability not just to the fabric itself but to the whole rucksack. Real progress in quality standards. This fabric is 200 psi waterproof. Interior gear loops to distribute weight in the most stable position: towards the back. Internal pocket for hydration bladder and exit for tube. Two quick snap ice tool attachments. Side compression straps and ski slots. Large pockets on the hood. Fixed back panel with cross shaped furrows permitting air circulation. Simple waist belt with two clever quick snap ice tool attachments that doesn’t interfere with a climbing harness. The waist belt can be easily removed Weight: 1385gr. / 48,8oz. Naked: 1150gr. / 40,5oz Delivery December 2007
An ideal choice for climbers who prefer the reduced weight and easy handling of an extremely technical tool that retains all the characteristics of a Grivel ice axe. Only 565 grams! Hot forged head in chromolly steel: no compromise over quality. Available with shovel or hammer. The shaft has a double angulation increasing the head’s opening and helping the wrist when in traction. Very efficient hand support with a little point in Tungsten Carbide for safety. The Trigger can be fitted to distribute weight onto all fingers. The new Tech Leash can be fitted. Weight: (Hammer) 565 gr – 19,9 ozs Size: 50 cm Patented Model with shovel available October 2007
The ultimate axe for alpinist with aerospace grade composite. Hot forged head in chromolly steel: no compromise over quality because forging internal microstructure can be oriented to improve strength, and internal defects or porosity are minimized. Available with shovel or hammer. Carbon Composite shaft: no compromise over quality because composite materials means that the parts of the final product subject to major pressure that require more strength and rigidity can be designed specifically to enhance these characteristics. This vital aspect is made possible by the type of reinforcement and the orientation of the fibres, and the light alloy matrix transfers load to the external reinforcement in Carbon fiber. The horn offers a comfortable and efficient support. Weight: Hammer: 498 gr –
Delivery October 2007
The ultimate axe for technical climbers with aerospace grade composite. Hot forged head in chromolly steel: no compromise over quality because forging internal microstructure can be oriented to improve strength, and internal defects or porosity are minimized. Available with shovel or hammer. Carbon Composite shaft: no compromise over quality because composite materials means that the parts of the final product subject to major pressure that require more strength and rigidity can be designed specifically to enhance these characteristics. This vital aspect is made possible by the type of reinforcement and the orientation of the fibres, and the light alloy matrix transfers load to the external reinforcement in Carbon fiber. Very efficient hand support with a little point in Tungsten Carbide for safety. Hammer: 520 gr - 18.3 ozs Size: 50 cm. Patented Delivery October 2007
The ultimate axe for ice competitors with aerospace grade composite. Simply the lightest competition tool in the galaxy! New hot forged head in chromolly steel: no compromise over quality. Carbon Composite shaft: no compromise over quality. Shaft has multiple grips for traction, hand swap-over, reverse traction, and lets the climber’s imagination run wild. Change your hand on the shaft and the point of the blade will remain motionless: please compare with other axes!Use three, two, one, fingers on the end of the shaft and you will reach the farthest point! Weight: 473 gr – 16,6 ozs Length 49cm Patented. Available October 2007
Everybody can choose their favourite colour from the eight available.