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Raven Pro Ice Axe

 - Black Diamond

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Item #: 214088
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Description:
Lightweight, sleek, and easier to handle, the Raven Pro by Black Diamond is an aggressive multi-purpose snow and glacier tool. With a lightweight aluminum shaft, investment-cast stainless steel head and spike, and excellent bite, it is the ideal axe for an ultra weight-conscious mountaineer.

Features:

  • Get more purchase and a better grip on the ice with a redesigned, ergonomic stainless steel head with a more aggressive pick
  • Large carabiner hole for easy clipping

Specifications:

  • Length: 50 cm; 55 cm; 60 cm; 65 cm; 70 cm; 75 cm
  • Weight: 12.8 (50 cm); 13.3 (55 cm); 13.8 (60 cm); 14.4 (65 cm); 14.9 (70 cm); 15.4 (75 cm)
  • Head: stainless steel
  • Shaft: aluminum


Specifications based on 50 centimeters.


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Review Snapshot® by PowerReviews
Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.3 stars
(based on 3 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Good balance (3), Lightweight (3), Safe (3)
Best Uses:
Glacier climbing (3), Mountaineering (3)
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Great ice axe all around
By areoslVerified Buyer from Chicago on 3/4/2010
Pros:
Good Balance, Lightweight, Safe
Best Uses:
Glacier Climbing, Mountaineering
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:

I have climbed on Rockies, Sierras, and Cascades using this axe and had to get another one after my original one was stolen. There was no better choice for the price and reliability.

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light weight
By the eggmanVerified Reviewer from Chicago on 10/21/2009
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Ergonomic, Good Balance, Lightweight, Safe
Best Uses:
Glacier Climbing, Mountaineering, Snow Climbing
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:

This was my first ice axe but, have used other brands. This is the lightest axe I've used but, chopping ice or hard packed snow is a bit harder because there is less weight with my swing. I feel that its a good trade though.

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Great for the minimalist mountaineer
By BebopVerified Buyer from Grass Valley, CA on 7/9/2009
Pros:
Comfortable Grip, Ergonomic, Good Balance, Lightweight, Safe
Best Uses:
All Terrain, Glacier Climbing, Mountaineering, Snow Climbing
Describe Yourself:
Avid Mountaineer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:

Ideal for light & fast ventures or when an axe is only needed for a short section of an ascent. Seems very durable but mine has only limited mileage acquired to date. Part of the weight savings are achieved with a smaller sized head than other axes. The smaller mass might be a disadvantage if you have to chop out a bivy ledge, but for most moderate applications seems practical. I have XL sized hands but ergonomics are compatible.

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