A pared-down version of the Aztar, the Petzl Aztarex Ice Axe excels in situations where every gram counts but there's no room for sacrifices. Ideal for technical, fast-and-light mountaineering, the hand rest provides extra support and allows the tool to be used leashless, and when not needed, it can be removed and stored in the shaft so as not to interfere when plunging the tool in snow. The included Blueice pick is designed for hard ice and hooking.