PETZL Ride
- 45 cm length
- 10.56 oz weight
- Alloy steel head and shaft
- CE and UIAA certified
- Pick and spike protectors, LINKIN leash
- 3 year warranty, made in France
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, light ice axe made for ski touring and freeriding that is also rated for mountaineering and glacier travel. At its short length it suits backcountry skiers more than steep ice climbers.
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ASIN: B01IDQ2FK0Model: U04ACategory: Ice Axes
Overview
Short and light, the Petzl Ride is a mountaineering tool aimed at backcountry skiers who carry an axe on a pack. It comes with protectors for the pick and the spike, and with a LINKIN leash.
The reason to buy is low weight and compact size with CE and UIAA certification. The included protectors help when it rides on a pack. The limitation is the short shaft, and the listing gives no head weight or adze details.
Who it's for
Ski tourers and freeriders who want an axe that packs small will use the light weight. Technical ice climbers and hikers wanting a walking-stick axe should look at a different tool.
Pros and cons
- Light and compact
- CE and UIAA certified
- Protectors for pick and spike
- LINKIN leash included
- Short length limits walking use
- Head details not listed
- Adze details not listed
Performance notes
Low weight reduces pack load and carry fatigue on long ski tours. A short shaft is easier to stow and swing in tight spots, but gives less support on a walking slope. Certification means it passed set strength tests.
Where it stands among ice axes
- #5 most-searched brand and model of the 11 ice axes lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 ice axes we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Model | U04A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 10.56 ounces |
| LIGHTWEIGHT | Weighing only 0.66 lb, balancing durability with ease of use. |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Alloy steel |
| Handle Material | Alloy steel |
| Color | Orange |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Pick and spike protectors, LINKIN leash |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Head Type | Ice |
| Style Name | 45 cm |
| Certification | CE, UIAA |
Frequently asked questions
What is included with the Petzl Ride ice axe?
The axe comes with pick and spike protectors and a LINKIN leash.
Is the Petzl Ride a long walking axe?
No. The style is listed as 45 cm, and the description calls it compact.
What is the Petzl Ride made for?
The description names ski touring, freeriding, technical ice climbing, mountaineering and glacier travel.
Is it certified?
The description says certified to CE and UIAA.