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Black Diamond Viper Ice Axe -
Black Diamond Viper Hammer What began with a backyard anvil and a hammer has grown into a global company with offices on two continents that's not just for rock climbers, but one that stands for the spirit of the sports we live, their values and goals, past, present and future. Since 1957, our innovative gear designs have set the standards in numerous areas. This is partly the result of dedication, desire and diligence on the part of an incredible team of people. It's also the result of each of us being climbers and skiers ourselves. We're a company of users—it's who we are. We're the greatest dreamers about what could be, and the harshest of critics about what exists and because of this—the creation of Black Diamond is a process which will never end.
Traction and Grip:
- Equipped with lower tool attachments, Fang and Strike, to cradle your hands for precise gripping when going leashless
Features:
- Works with or without leashes (note: leash is sold separately)
- Extremely lightweight
- Pick is CEN-B
- Hydroformed shaft for clearance, weight savings and strength
- Includes Laser Pick, thinnest precision ice pick designed for pure ice
- Shaft CEN-T certified, patented
- 7075 aluminum shaft measures 50 cm
- Optional integrated Android Leash
- Hydroforming uses pressured water to expand shaft into uniquely stiff, yet lightweight shape
- Laser pick, Viper Strike and Fang included, modular head design
- Hammer version
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
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.
Average Price History:
| Grip: | TPU |
|---|---|
| Head: | Stainless steel |
| Length: | 50 cm |
| Pick: | Chromoly steel |
| Shaft: | Aluminum |
| Weight: | 655 g, 1 lb 7 oz (Adze), 625 g, 1 lb 6 oz (Hammer) |
| Weight (Grams): | 625 g |
| Weight [with packaging]: | 1.7 lb |
Compare specifications to related products.
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 | Black Diamond Viper Adze Ice Tool | $183.96 - $239.95 |
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 | Black Diamond Viper | $229.99 |
Subcategories of Ice Axes & Tools:
Black Diamond Viper Ice Axe Reviews:
Reviews:
Great 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.
Bottom line: These tools are tough, functional, and relatively light.
Amazing Tools!
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.
Great deal on these great ice tools.
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.
Pretty Slick
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".
A GREAT tool, happy with the purchase.
Great product, not the lightest tool on the market, but also not the most expensive one either.
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