Brand: Black Diamond
Category: Ice Axes & Tools
Recommended by Cassidy Higgins, Avalanche Forecaster, AMGA apprentice Rock and Alpine guide — Laclede, ID
Highlights: lightweight, glacier travel
The Ultralight Ice Screw by Black Diamond is a premium ice climbing tool designed for ski mountaineering, glacial travel, and high-end alpinism. Weighing 45% less than traditional screws, it combines innovative materials and design for unparalleled performance and ease of use in challenging conditions. 1. Weighs 45% less than standard Express Screws, enhancing portability and reducing pack weight. 2. Constructed with a durable steel tip for superior penetration and holding power in ice. 3. Features an aluminum body and forged aluminum hanger, ensuring strength without unnecessary weight. 4. Equipped with two clip-in points for versatile attachment options and ease of use. 5. Innovative wire-gate Express handle allows for quick and secure operation, opening and closing with a simple click. 6. Easily identifiable length markings with the classic Black Diamond color scheme for quick selection in the field. 7. Designed for optimal performance in extreme alpine environments, ensuring reliability when it matters most. The Ultralight Ice Screw is ideal for serious climbers engaged in ski mountaineering, glacial travel, and high-end alpinism. It performs best in icy, alpine conditions where weight savings are crucial, making it perfect for advanced users and professionals. This product excels in scenarios requiring quick placements and removals, such as steep ice routes or technical ascents, and is a must-have for winter expeditions or high-altitude climbs.
Price: $109.95
Expert Review
I bring one of these for v-threads or an emergency situation whenever I travel on a glacier. It’s light weight doesn’t make me question if it’s worth it.
Recommended by Cassidy Higgins
Frequently asked questions
What does Cassidy Higgins say about the Ultralight Ice Screw?
I bring one of these for v-threads or an emergency situation whenever I travel on a glacier. It’s light weight doesn’t make me question if it’s worth it.
Why does Cassidy Higgins recommend Black Diamond?
Cassidy Higgins recommends the Black Diamond Ultralight Ice Screw for ice axes & tools. I bring one of these for v-threads or an emergency situation whenever I travel on a glacier. It’s light weight doesn’t make me question if it’s worth it.
Is the Ultralight Ice Screw a good ice axes & tool?
Yes — Cassidy Higgins recommends the Ultralight Ice Screw by Black Diamond as their ice axes & tools pick. I bring one of these for v-threads or an emergency situation whenever I travel on a glacier. It’s light weight doesn’t make me question if it’s worth it.
