bja2704 – 2011-10-06
Great beginner axe, could be lighter
Good all around beginner axe but the only downside is the top slit does not fit a carabiner for belaying easily off of the head.
the outdoor enthusiast – 2011-10-01
Good Axe
I bought this axe after using the black diamond raven. I do not really prefer one over the other, but if I had to, I would chose this one. It feels lighter and the pick has grooves in it for your fingers to rest in, maaking it a little easier to use with golves on. But since it feels lighter, it makes me feel a little less safe. It has never bent or anything, but it is kinda just that since it feels so light, it feels a little weaker. I am sure it is just as safe as the raven. The main reason I chose this one is because of the color. All my buddies went with the raven because it is a more well known brand in the climbing world, so I chose this, so it would stand out.
