Hyperlight ice axe for glacier travel and ski mountaineering Nylon spike plug keeps snow out of the shaft Small head slot for seamless integration with the Corsa leash (sold separately) Machined grip for good handling The Corsa is a hyperlight ice axe designed for glacier travel and ski mountaineering. The aluminum alloy construction is lightweight, but still rated Type 1 for use as a snow anchor and self-arrest. A lightweight nylon spike plug keeps snow out of the shaft. The grip is machined for good handling and a small slot in the head allows for seamless integration with the Corsa leash (sold separately).