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Black Diamond
QuickDraw Probe Tour 280cm

4.636363636363637 out of 5 stars
11 Reviews

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QuickDraw Probe Tour 280

The QuickDraw Probe Tour 280 is probably the most versatile probe in Black Diamond's lineup, with an unbeatable balance of weight, performance, durability, and packability. The tough aluminum shaft deploys from the stuff sack with one pull of the QuickDraw system, the alloy tip is wider than the probe shaft for increased sensitivity, and the high-vis markings make snow study a breeze.


Details

  • Not too long nor too short. This Black Diamond probe fits just right
  • Aluminum construction ensures long-lasting durability
  • One-pull quickdraw deployment is fast, efficient and reliable
  • Non-slip grip enhances precision when needed most
  • High-visibility 1cm markings assist with snow analysis
  • Item #BLD008I
Material
aluminum
Length
280cm
Deployment System
QuickDraw
Storage Sack
yes
Collapsed Length
41cm
Claimed Weight
12oz
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 11 ratings

Review Summary

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5 Stars - 9 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

January 21, 2023

Light wieght and quick to assemble

Great design, fits sleak in my pack. Combine with a beacon and shovel for side country jaunts and backcountry excursions. The black diamond prices on here make very affordable to put together a solid avy bag without having to work every POW DAY! Hopefully you'll never need it, but being prepared and practicing using it are the best options in the unknown.

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Lucas L
ExpertVoice.com

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com

5 out of 5 stars

July 17, 2022

Confidence in rescue

No frills with this quick draw probe. It's light and easy to pull. Fits perfect in my Black Diamond JetForce pack. I feel confident taking it into the backcountry and in a rescue situation with just a couple practice pulls.

Jennifer J
ExpertVoice.com

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com

5 out of 5 stars

October 14, 2021

Strong and Easy to Deploy

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

Great work by Black Diamond again. Strong and easy to deploy describes this probe. If I'm using the probe, that is all I care about. Very happy with this purchase.

Mark A
2 out of 5 stars

January 4, 2021

Depth marking numbers wore off : (

Familiarity:
I've used it several times

My Black Diamond Quickdraw Tour 280 Probe's depth markings wore off after just 3 years even though I've only put the probe in the snow like 6 times total and taken it (in its soft case, in my backpack's avy pocket) on ~15 ski tours total. I would expect longer life from this product. Maybe I got a bad batch with poor adhesion of the numbering paint? Otherwise it's a good probe, though I've also experienced some cracking of the internal plastic spacers like one of the other reviewers here noted. Fortunately the cracked spacer hasn't deformed yet, though, so I can still functionally use the probe.

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Adam
5 out of 5 stars

April 10, 2020

Great probe!! Highly recommend!

I recently participated in an AIARE course with this probe. I found it very smooth in deployment, and also found the cable tension locking mechanism to be very reliable. ( I have seen many failures resulting in the probe pieces falling apart specifically among some of the ortovox probes on the market.)

Todd G.
ExpertVoice.com

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com

5 out of 5 stars

February 10, 2020

Nice lightweight probe

This probe is light and has clear depth measurements. It is easy to deploy and fold back up when done.

kmainslc
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

October 9, 2019

Easy to deploy

This probe snaps right into place as soon as I pull it from the bag. folding it is easy as well.

Cheryl
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 16, 2019

Solid feel, high vis markings

A probe, simple, essential, well built, quick to set up, solid feel, high contrast markings are easy to see. Perfect.

Tracy
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

February 11, 2018

A solid probe

Easy to deploy, light weight and unobtrusive in the pack.

Scott
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 13, 2018

Quick Draw & Sturdy

I had the opportunity to try several different probes before I ordered this one. Black Diamond gear is a step above, this Probe is NO exception. Easy draw and extend, and is sturdy. Doesn't flex in snow (especially avi or plowed snow) like a lot of other probes. VERY IMPRESSED!

BigGiraffe
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com