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Black Diamond Contact with ABS Crampons Review
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REICompact and easy to use, the 10-point Black Diamond Contact strap-on crampons are optimized for general mountaineering, backcountry skiing and glacier walking. - Now constructed using stainless steel for a design that won't rust, crampons are lighter weight and more durable than previous version; stainless steel resists snow balling
- Low profile creates a secure connection to modern climbing boots
- Horizontal front points provide excellent stability on snow and glaciers
- Secondary points create a stable platform while kicking steps; serrated points bite into snow and ice for secure hold
- Flexible toe straps fit most footwear
- Included dual-density ABS plates keep snow from sticking beneath your feet
- Boots size 12 and larger require the Long Center Bars, sold separately
SummitHut.comThe Black Diamond Contact Strap Crampon With ABS (Anti Balling System) is lightweight, tough and easy to put on. With 10 points the Contact crampon is ideal for mountaineers, skiers and hikers. Features:- ABS plates (included) prevent snow from building up
- Comes equipped with a spring quick-adjust sizing mechanism that provides a precise fit
- Strong steel construction features ten sharp steel points
- The strap binding lets you use these crampons with any kind of boot or shoe
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)The strap-on Contact is a classic 10-point crampon for mountaineers, skiers and hikers. Now with a lighter-weight, re-engineered design using stainless steel. Features:- Compact and easy to use
- Distinctive stainless steel construction doesn't rust, is more durable, resists snow balling and is lighter weight
- Flexible toe strap fits most footwear
- Includes dual-density ABS
- New lower-profile fit for better contact with modern boots
- One size fits US men's 5 to 12, US women's 6 to 13
Great Alpine Mountaineering Crampons
Charlie2 at REI on 06/06/2010 Rated:  These crampons are designed for alpine travel on glacier ice and frozen snow. They work very well for steep ice, but they are not designed for vertical ice climbing. If you use these for their intended purpose --- climbing mountains in a traditional alpine style --- they are great crampons.
I have used them with mountaineering double boots, and I have also strapped them onto my leather backpacking boots. Obviously the security on the mountaineering boots is good, but they were okay for walking over ice in the backpacking boots too. On my mountaineering boots, they were even pretty secure without the straps engaged. They never popped off the boot, even when others, with step-in crampons did pop off. I think this is because as the rand wears out, the step-ins become less secure. The strap-ons don't rely on the rand, so they stay secure.
Great Crampons
Bill Me at REI on 06/06/2010 Rated: Just used these on a Mt Rainier climb. Wish all my gear was as good as these crampons. Light weight, good grip, easy to fit on the boots. Just awesome. Cannot beat them for the price.
A lot of bang for the buck
Olaf at REI on 05/05/2010 Rated: Really versatile crampon. I was able to fit them to two different sets of boots I already have. The crampons were easy to adjust and the standard center bar that came with them worked great for my size (mens size 10).
Zero problems with them coming loose on the mountain and the grip was excellent. Put them on for the climb up on early morning crust and throw them back in the pack for the ski down when the snow softens. Done.
GREAT WONT GO WITHOUT
celica85 at REI on 04/04/2010 Rated: THIS IS THE BEST PAIR YOU WILL FIND FOR THE PRICE. THE ONLY THING THAT I FOUND OUT IS THAT THE PACKAGE SAID THEY WOULD FIT A SIZE 12 BOOT U.S. AND REALLY A SIZE 11 IS PUSHING IT.
Good Mountaineering Crampons
PeakbaggingPeter at REI on 03/03/2010 Rated: I use the BD contract straps with my Scarpa Charmoz GTX size 45. The center bar allows easy length adjustments to fit different sized boots. The bindings are very easy and quick to put on and hold a bomber grip on my boots. I have not had any problems with the crampons coming loose during a trip. The stainless steel is also lighter than the steel version.
This Crampon Rocks!
Rainier21 at Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) on 02/02/2010 Rated: These crampons will literally fit any footwear. I put them on my Crocs just to try out and they worked great. Although I would recommend sturdier footwear, the option is there. Stainless is not lighter than chromoly as advertised, but it does score high for its no rust characteristics. I have used them several times and never once dried them off afterwards. The strap system is sturdy, they never once came loose. Back strap is cut low to prevent digging into your heel on long days. Overall this crampon is just plain sexy. And Made in U.S.A.!
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