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DMM Raptor Adze

Raptor Adze

Rating

My vote: None ( 4.4 avg )

Description

The gentle curve in the shaft gives clearance when swinging without compromising the Raptor’s ability to self arrest.

A full size hammer and adze make light work of cutting steps and ledges and bashing in pegs for security. The spike on the base of the handle rounds out the Raptors mountaineering capability by giving security on snow and ice slopes.

For those wishing to venture into steep terrain the Raptor can be fitted with a Fly pick that improves climbing performance. A Choke Hold Leash prevents you accidentally dropping the axe, and allows resting opportunities if climbing steeper ground.

Picks on the Fly and Raptor are interchangeable, allowing you to customize the axes to improve performance on either steeper or more traditional terrain. Fly picks are more aggressive for climbing steep ice and mixed, while the Raptor's Alpine Pick gives better self arrest performance.

The Raptor comes with our Choke Hold leash, keeping the axe firmly secured to you in case of an accidental drop and making it easier to climb steep terrain.

Retail price

US$ 173.60
Price is a static conversion from
£139.99 GBP
Weight (g / oz)

Weight (g / oz)

In grams and ounces, the weight, as stated by the manufacturer/brand.

The weight is the packaged weight. If there are differences in weight (due to optional accessories) we'll note them here.

644 g / 22.72 oz

50 cm: 644 g / 22.72 oz

55 cm: 665 g / 23.45 oz

(We have converted the grams to ounces)

Length (cm) 50 cm, 55 cm
Head Details Adze (pair: Raptor Hammer )
2 Screw adjustment
Ice Rating Pick: T / Type 2
Shaft: T / Type 2
Picks Included with the tool:
Raptor Adze Pick
Other Picks Available:
FLY Adze Pick
Pommel & Grip

Pommel & Grip

Upper Pommel

Fixed: An upper pommel that is fixed in place (it cannot move up/down the shaft nor can it be taken off).

Adjustable: An upper pommel that can move up and down the shaft.

Removable & Adjustable: An upper pommel that is completely removable and also adjustable.

Removeable: An upper pommel that is either on or off (it cannot move up/down the shaft).

None: If there is no upper pommel that comes standard (there may or may not be options to buy separately).

Lower Pommel

Fixed: A lower pommel that is fixed in place (the angle cannot be changed nor can it be taken off).

Adjustable: A lower pommel that can change angle or location on the tool.

Removable: When the lower pommel can be removed but not adjusted.

None: If there is no lower pommel that comes standard (there may or may not be options to buy separately).

Upper Pommel: None
Lower Pommel: None
Grip Size: 1 size fits all (not adjustable)
Materials Pick: Steel
Head: Steel
Shaft: 7075 Aluminum
Grip: Injection Molded Rubber
Certification

Certifications

The main climbing gear certifications are CE and UIAA--and normally the UIAA creates the rules that the CE body also supports. When possible, we try to list all the certifications the product carries.

To sell a climbing product in Europe, the device must be CE certified. There are no official requirements to sell climbing gear in the US. The UIAA certification is a voluntary process.

Learn More

Rock and Ice Certifications Guide
CE, EN, UIAA
Ice Pair Reference
Picks it comes with
Interchangeable Picks
Ice Tool Acces. Ref

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