Gear Review
Black Diamond Raven Ultra Ice Axe
Good, not perfect
By camerona91
Ranked #913 - Backcountry Snowboarding
July 27, 2007
I use my Raven Ultra as my general mountaineering axe and sometimes as a second tool on steep snow climbs. I've had it for 1.5 years. It works very well within its intended purpose. I like the ergonomic feel of the head. I find the adze adequate for cutting ice. The shaft and head have both been very durable so far. I don't really like the spike design. I worry about its bite in ice and it tends to fill with snow. If I went back in time I would probably buy the Raven Pro or a Grivel Nepal SA instead. I do still really like my raven ultra: it is clean cut, simple, light and effective.
View Details: Black Diamond Raven Ultra Ice Axe
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Change me.