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Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe
Updated for more comfortable handling and better purchase in ice, the Black Diamond Raven Pro ice axe is the tool you want by your side while pursuing lofty summits.
- Redesigned head features a more aggressive pick and better ergonomics than the original Raven Pro; also features a larger hole for clipping a carabiner
- Raven Pro's 7075-T6 aluminum shaft cuts weight without sacrificing strength
- Curved adze allows a natural swinging arc; great for chopping steps and clearing snow and ice
- Investment cast stainless-steel spike bites into snow and ice; features a narrow profile for speed control and a wide side profile for stopping power when glissading
Please note: Black Diamond products can only be shipped to the U.S. and Mexico.
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Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Lightweight (10)
- Comfortable grip (7)
- Good balance (7)
- Safe (6)
- Ergonomic (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountaineering (8)
- Climbing (5)
- Glacier climbing (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid mountaineer (6), Casual/ recreational (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountaineering
- Snow Climbing
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
The Black Diamond Raven Pro was a great tool to have climbing Mt. Elbert in the snow this spring. Lightweight, strong, and easy to use. the pic held strong, the ads was effective cutting into ice and snow!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Glacier Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Snow Climbing
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
I have been using this axe for 7 years and have been on Mt. Rainier, and many Colorado 14ers. This axe saved my life while climbing Little Bear Peak when I self arrested in the hourglass couloir on ice. I have had to actually self arrest 5 times in my life and this axe has performed great each time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Ergonomic
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Glacier Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Snow Climbing
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
This was really my first year of mountaineering. I did a lot of learning with this axe through trial and error, being taught by folks that know their stuff, and by trying to practice and learn myself. I'm pretty sure I put this axe through the ringer, and it came out with flying colors. It's light, comfortable in my hands, swings well, and arrested me when I needed arresting. I have no complaints. I'll be happy to use it next year too.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountaineering
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
I've used this on Rainier, Helens and countless other peaks. This axe is rock solid and my go to piece of equipment. I have punished this axe and it's still going strong. Great piece of equipment!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountaineering
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
it's basic, good enough for Mt. Rainier last week. wanted to take a cheaper, lighter axe and it did the job well. summitted and the long, straight shaft was perfect for plunges in the snow on the decent.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Snow Climbing
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
Great for walking not climbing use on snow banks and any gradual accents. Works for self arresting. The leash is a definite must have with item. It is very sharp so for travel and packing should have something over all three ends of axe.
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Ergonomic
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Glacier Climbing
- Mountaineering
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
So far the only place I've used the axe is on Mt. Hood in Oregon. Performed well.
I love the head on this axe. It probably has the most comfortable hold of any axe out there. It has great balance as well. All around Black Diamond made a very ergonomic axe. If I ever lost it I'd definitally buy another.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Ergonomic
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- All Terrain
- Glacier Climbing
- Mountaineering
- Snow Climbing
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
This axe is bomber. Ergonomical head grip outdoes Petzl.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountaineering
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
I have taken this up to Mt. Adams, St. Helens and Muir and have had great luck so far. It's lightweight and holds well on my pack. I feel completely safe with this ax.
- Gift:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Ergonomic
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe:
Great axe, used it for general mntring in the ADK and NH Whites, ligth easy to carry when not in use. Does the job. Never had to use it for a real self arrest, but have practiced with it and it was strong and stable.
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