The brand - new Raven Pro is a top - notch technical mountaineering ice axe. It's now lighter and comes with a slightly angled, trapezoidal aluminium shaft that's ergonomically designed. This shaft offers a better grip, making your climbing more aggressive and enjoyable. The pick, adze, and spike have been redesigned with updated geometry, ensuring secure placements no matter where you're climbing. The investment - cast, polished stainless - steel head provides long - lasting durability. Key features include a lightweight, slightly curved trapezoidal aluminium shaft with a grooved grip, giving you more control during self - arrest or climbing. The one - piece investment - cast stainless - steel head has a tuned aggressive pick and a large hole for a carabiner. The head is also ergonomically shaped. It weighs an average of 373g and is made from a stainless - steel head and spike, along with an aluminium shaft.
Using your Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe: When climbing, hold the axe by the grooved grip on the shaft. The angled and trapezoidal design of the shaft gives you a better hold. Use the pick to make secure placements on ice or snow. The adze can be useful for chopping steps or adjusting your position. For self - arrest, quickly place the pick into the snow and use the shaft to slow your fall. Note: Don't use the axe for purposes it's not designed for, like prying large rocks. Always check the head and shaft for any signs of damage before use. Maintenance: After each use, clean the axe with a dry cloth to remove any ice, snow, or dirt. If it gets wet, dry it thoroughly to prevent rust on the stainless - steel parts. Store it in a dry place when not in use.
