Backcountry Access’ (BCA) new Shaxe Tech shovel and ice axe combination allows backcountry travelers to free up space in their pack without sacrificing necessary equipment. Removing the shovel blade and swapping the handle for the stainless steel axe head (which comes in its own carrying pouch) reveals a fully functional ice axe, ideal for couloir ascents as well as bootpack travel in steeper terrain. Once atop your objective, easily convert the Shaxe back to a shovel and you’re ready to go.