Black Diamond Sabretooth Pro Step-In Crampons

Description

The Sabertooth Pro is a hinged, steel, 14-point crampon designed for use on snow, glaciers, and technical climbing.
The hinge (orange connector between front and rear) gives them a little more flex, making them easier to walk on snow,
while the heel clip and toe-bail step-in attachment system reduces torsional rotation.
The 12 point crampon system includes serrated teeth on the sides for increased traction and
2 horizontal additional fixed front points.
Anti-balling (anti-bot) plates are also provided to prevent the build-up of snow under the crampons which would otherwise reduce their effectiveness and is dangerous.
The Sabertooths come with a safety strap that is connected to the rear adjustable clip and wraps around your ankle.
When you put it on, it threads though a ring that is attached to a thin piece of metal (watch the sharp edges) that curls up and over the front of your boot.
The webbing strap is a little long out of the box and needs to be trimmed and then flame sealed to prevent fraying.
Weight wise, the Sabertooths are 1.48 lbs, each and will add a noticeable clump to your step.
A crampon holder is not included, but you’ll want one because they are sharp, sharp and with slice up anything they come in contact with.  I use priority mail bags they work well.