Black Diamond Sabretooth Pro Crampons

The Black Diamond Sabretooth Crampons in their Pro version are hailed as the ultimate all - around crampons from Black Diamond. They've even won the People's Choice Award on Spadout.com. These crampons feature a lightweight stainless - steel build, which not only won't rust but also avoids using environmentally - toxic coatings that wear off in mountainous areas. With horizontal frontpoints, they offer great stability on snow, can easily penetrate alpine ice, are perfect for climbing waterfall ice, and can securely grip rock edges. The secondary points form a stable, shear - resistant platform for better control in soft snow conditions. The serrated sub - points grip firmly when you shift your weight. Key features include a unique stainless - steel construction that is durable, resists snow balling, and saves weight. There are versatile horizontal frontpoints and more advanced secondary points. A low - profile micro - adjust heel bail with two positions gives you options. This Pro version is suitable for boots with a toe welt and comes with dual - density ABS. Each pair weighs 890 g and is designed in one size that fits shoe sizes from 36 to 46.

Using these Black Diamond Sabretooth Pro Crampons is straightforward. First, make sure your boots are the right size (36 - 46) and have a toe welt if you're using the Pro version. Attach the crampons to your boots and adjust the low - profile micro - adjust heel bail to the position that feels most comfortable for you. When walking on snow, the horizontal frontpoints will give you stability. On alpine ice or waterfall ice, use them to penetrate and climb. For rocky surfaces, they'll hold the edges securely. When it comes to soft or mushy snow, rely on the secondary points for control. As for maintenance, after each use, clean the crampons with water to remove any dirt or debris. Since they're made of stainless steel, they won't rust, but it's still a good idea to dry them thoroughly to keep them in top condition. Avoid using them on extremely abrasive surfaces that could damage the points. Store them in a dry place when not in use.