Climbing technology

Last tested

2024

Status:ongoing

2026

Arpia

New for 2024, designed for ski touring, freeride and classic mountaineering. A high end, high performance product.

In words
Technical specifications

In words

Intro

This lightweight technical tool was released in 2024 and is ideal for ski touring in the 45 cm version. Combines an ergonomic stainless-steel head and curved alloy shaft with a rougher, grippier finish at the base. It sits comfortably in the hand and delivers a smooth, balanced swing. The narrower central section of the head makes it one of the most comfortable to grip. Very nice tool.

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Technical specifications

Length description

45, 55

Handle material

aluminum alloy

Head material

stainless steel

Weight

350 g

Minimum handle length

45 cm

Maximum handle length

55 cm

Price

95 €

Top stories

Thoughts

Necessity

Editorial

Thoughts

At the heart of every ski (duplicate)

Editorial

Location

Test Center Pontedilegno Tonale

Our freeride base camp

Location

Base Camp Race

Sertorelli Sport Hotel

Location

Test Center Cervino Ski Paradise

To test the equipment and skins for the Race category, we based ourselves in Breuil-Cervinia

Location

Test Center Livigno

For the second year in a row, we headed to Livigno, aka Little Tibet.

Race

Intro

Race: boots

Innovation at the lower end of the market

Instruction

Boots under the microscope

We tested flex, walkability and liner warmth in the Light, Tour and Free unisex models

Intro

Made for women: skis and boots

Strong women

Free

Intro

Free: boots

A new era

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