Black Diamond Venom LT Tech Ice Axe

Part technical ice tool, part classic mountaineering axe. Replacing the venerable Raven Ultra, the Venom LT line shaves nearly 100 grams off of the weight of it’s predecessor. The upper shaft’s gentle cant offers a “just right” amount of angle, making it equally useful as a grip, as it is for penetration. This configuration includes the adjustable pommel, hammer head, and wears the Tech pick designed for high-angle penetration and self-arrest.

• Forged aluminum hammer and axe head balances strength and weight
• Hammer drives pitons home, increases swing weight, and is replaceable
• Hardened steel Tech pick is easily replaceable or swappable to a Classic pick
• Replaceable steel spike
• Grooved shaft offers increased grip
• Large hole lets you add your preferred leash
• Includes hammer head and adjustable pommel, and is compatible with the Transfer shovel blade (not included)
• Stealthy button detent, for use with the Transfer shove blade, tucks into the handle until needed