BLACK DIAMOND Raven Pro Ice Axe
Created for weight-conscious mountaineers, the full-function Raven Pro is a
lighter version of the Black Diamond® Raven.
Features/Benefits:
- The head is wasp waisted for comfort on day-long trips or shuttling
loads to high camps
- Ergonomic one-piece, rustproof stainless-steel head with a lightweight
aluminum shaft
- Durable stainless-steel spike penetrates hard surfaces on steep
mountaineering terrain
- The classically curved adze is extremely sharp for chopping steps and
clears snow or ice with ease
- Full-length pick offers superb bite when self-arresting
- Available in four different lengths for custom fit
Weighing in at less than 14 ounces, the Raven Pro Ice Axe by Black Diamond is a
great multi-purpose snow and glacier tool. Built with an aluminum shaft and
a more compact investment-cast stainless steel head and spike, it provides
all-around performance.
DECENT FEATURES of the Black Diamond Raven
Pro Ice Axe
- Investment-cast, polished stainless steel head and spike
- Lightweight aluminum shaft
- Ergonomic head is designed with an aggressive pick and large hole
for a carabiner
- CEN-B certified
The SPECS
- Head: Head, Spike: stainless steel
- Shaft: Aluminum
The SPECS for 50 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 362 g / 13 oz
The SPECS for 55 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 377 g / 13 oz
The SPECS for 60 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 392 g / 14 oz
The SPECS for 65 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 407 g / 14 oz
The SPECS for 70 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 422 g / 15 oz
The SPECS for 75 cm
- Weight Without Leash: 437 g / 15 oz
Description
Designed for serious, weight-conscious mountaineers, the Black Diamond
Rave
Pro is a full featured ice axe, built with an aluminum shaft and
stainless steel head and spike. Redesigned this year, this updated
version
is equipped with a more aggressive pick and a large hole for a carabiner.
Providing 4-season performance when it really counts, count on the BD
Raven Pro.
Specifications
- Lightweight aluminum shaft
- Redesigned head with more aggressive pick and larger hole for
carabiner
- Ergonomic head
- CEN-B certified
- Stainless steel head and spike
- Weight: 50, 55cm: 13oz / 60 ,65cm: 14oz / 70, 75cm: 15oz
The Raven Pro Ice Axe is the lightest, full-service piolet available,
period. It has a super clean and simple design for the high-end user who
refuses to sacrifice performance for less weight. The sleek and ergonomic
head provides a sure grip and all day comfort this also makes for a fast,
smooth hand rotation when going into self-arrest. Boot-axe belays are a snap
too. The classically curved adze blasts ice, chops steps, and clears snow
quickly and easily. Not just for the climber, the Raven Pro is a
ski/snowboard-mountaineer's dream as well. At 11 ounces, you may think you
forgot to bring it with you. Durable 7075-T6 Aluminum shaft, 17-4 investment
cast stainless steel head and spike.
Bottom Line:
If you have an
axe to grind when it comes to weight, the Raven Pro is for you light and fast.
