The UIAA equipment standard provides a baseline for equipment performance in a test lab under controlled conditions on new equipment. Although these test conditions are relevant to the conditions encountered climbing, conditions encountered at the crags and the condition of the equipment are equally important. This recommendation from the UIAA member federation The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) provides vital equipment information that is NOT explicitly addressed in the standard, particularly failure modes of the equipment and recommendations for the use, inspection, maintenance, and retirement of equipment.
Alpinist Alu Step In
Description
The Alpinist Alu Step-In is a lightweight aluminum crampon with anti-balling plates for use on snow and not too demanding ice and for glaciers and classic mountaineering up to medium levels. Compatible with front and rear notched rigid boots and also for ski touring boots.
The Alpinist Alu Step-In is a lightweight aluminium crampon with anti-balling plates for easy alpine tours in summer and winter, without or with little contact with the rock. Ideal for use on snow and ice not too demanding and for glaciers and classic mountaineering up to medium levels. It is suitable for boots that are completely resistant to crampons thanks to the front bracket and the rear rocker lever. Compatible with front and rear notched rigid boots. Better precision on rock and ice. Also compatible for ski touring boots.
Retail price
US$ 192.79
Price is a static conversion from
€170.00 EUR
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Weight per Pair (g / oz) Weight per Pair (g / oz)In grams and ounces, the weight of both crampons together, as stated by the manufacturer/brand. If there are differences in weight (due to multiple sizes or optional accessories) we'll note those here. | 690 g / 24.34 oz |
| Ideal Uses | Racing / Skimo (super light) Glacier Travel / Mountaineering |
| Binding System | Automatic |
| Sizing | One size fits 35-48 |
| Front Points | Horizontal Dual |
| Front Point Offset | No |
| Number of Points | 12 |
| Main Material | Aluminum |
| Wear Indicators | No |
| Anti-Ball Plates | Included |
| Crampon Case | Sold Separately (see the case here) |
| Heel Spur Attachment | None made for this model |
CertificationCertificationsThe 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 MoreRock and Ice Certifications Guide |
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Sharpening Your Crampon
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A pictoral representation of the UIAA-153 and EN-893 standards for crampons.