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BLACK DIAMOND Viper Ice Axe
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BLACK DIAMOND Viper Ice Axe
The Black Diamond Viper Ice Axe is a technical, all-terrain tool with a hydroformed shaft to increase stiffness and reduce weight, while maintaining exceptional clearance. Go anywhere.Features/Benefits:
- Hammer version
- Works with or without leashes (note: leash is sold separately)
- Hydroforming uses pressured water to expand shaft into uniquely stiff, yet lightweight shape
- 7075 aluminum shaft measures 50 cm
- Includes Laser Pick, thinnest precision ice pick designed for pure ice
- Extremely lightweight
- Equipped with lower tool attachments, Fang and Strike, to cradle your hands for precise gripping when going leashless
- CENT-T certified
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BLACK DIAMOND Viper Ice Axe
Weight (grams) 625 g Weight 1 lb. 6 oz.
Reviewed by 5 customers
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Light
- Lightweight
- Lots of grip options
Cons
- B-rated pick
Best Uses
- Pure ice
Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Viper Hammer Ice Tool:
I really like these tools, but I think the titan picks should come with them if they're going to be considered an "all terrain tool".
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Alpine
- Mixed
- Waterfall ice
Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Viper Hammer Ice Tool:
I climb mostly waterfall ice and alpine ice. For me this is just the next generation tool from a trusted company. While this tool has most of the features found on the higher end BD tools, it's price point is significantly lower. The only negative attribute I can mention is that BD continues to trend away from the bare bones approach and focuses more and more on name brand recognition. While this has lead to the addition of various superfluous stylistic features, it has not as yet effected function. I'm sure it has effected price to some extent.
Bottom line: These tools are tough, functional, and relatively light.
Pros
- Comfortable Grip
- Ergonomic
- Good Balance
- Lightweight
- Safe
Cons
- Hard to pull out
Best Uses
- Challenging overhangs
- Mixed climbing
- Vertical Ice
Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Viper Hammer Ice Tool:
Add a bit of supertape above the fang for optimal grip. The placement is amazing for both grip positions. My only concern is that it is hard to pull the tools out. Detune the picks a little bit, filing down the front three teeth will make it easier.
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Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Viper Hammer Ice Tool:
Great deal on these tools. Fast free shipping and I've already put them to good use. Looking forward to many good ice climbs with them in the future.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about BLACK DIAMOND Viper Hammer Ice Tool:
Great product, not the lightest tool on the market, but also not the most expensive one either.
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