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Black Diamond Serac Strap

Serac Strap

Black Diamond

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Description

A lightweight, 12-point crampon built for the variable, moderate terrain of classic mountaineering routes, the Black Diamond Serac crampon is available in three different configurations for maximum versatility with any type of mountain boot. Horizontal frontpoints provide secure bite in icy steps, while the serrated secondary points add more stability than the Sabretooth in steep snow and neve. The Serac's light and durable stainless steel design won't rust, resists snow balling and is free from toxic coatings that wear off in the mountains.

Distinctive stainless steel construction doesn't rust, is more durable, resists snow balling and saves weight
Versatile horizontal frontpoints and more stable secondary points
Low-profile micro-adjust heel bail with two positions
Pro version is for technical boots
Clip version is for boots without a front toe welt
Strap version is for use with trekking boots
Includes dual-density ABS

Retail price

US$ 199.95

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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.

 860 g / 30.34 oz­
Ideal Uses Technical Mountaineering / Alpine
Binding System Universal
Sizing ­
Front Points Horizontal Dual ­
Front Point Offset No
Number of Points 14
Main Material Stainless steel
Wear Indicators No
Anti-Ball Plates Included­
Crampon Case Sold Separately (see the case here)
Heel Spur Attachment None made for this model­
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.

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Rock and Ice Certifications Guide
 CE, UIAA
Binding Reference

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AVG RATING
6
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Rating
6
( 6 avg )

Great all around mountaineering crampon

by anonymous on 04/2/2020
Pros
This is a solid crampon that performs well on both steep snow slopes and more technical water/ice routes. I used these on one pitch of W/I 4 and they worked well.
Cons
I think one possible con is that the strap version is slightly less secure than the clip set up, however, when you put them on properly I’ve had no issues with them staying on my boots. Plus, this always you to put them on boots without heel/toe welts.
Familiarity
I’ve used it a few of times

This is a solid crampon that performs well on both steep snow slopes and more technical water/ice routes.

I used these on one pitch of W/I 4 and they worked well. I think one possible con is that the strap version is slightly less secure than the clip set up, however, when you put them on properly I’ve had no issues with them staying on my boots. Plus, this always you to put them on boots without heel/toe welts. 

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Microsoft Office document icon UIAA Recommendations for Crampon Inspection and Retirement

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.