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CRAMPONS

 

Photo: Colin Wells on the first pitch of the classic Rjukanfossen (WI 4), Rjukan, Norway.

 



Boot/Crampon Compatibility: Many manufacturers now rate their mountain boots for stiffness and the type of use they are designed for:

B0: Not really suitable for crampons.

B1: Flexible boots that are suitable for trekking and hill walking only. C1 crampons only.

B2: Semi-rigid boots designed for mountaineering and easier grade snow and mixed climbing, but not for steep ice and harder mixed climbs. C1 or C2 crampons.

B3: Fully rigid boots for mountaineering, ice and mixed climbing at all grades - but not always the most comfortable boots to walk in (though things are improving). C1, C2 or C3 crampons.



































Crampons: These should be no stiffer than your boots or they may fall off.

C1: Flexible (eg Kahtoola, Grivel G10)

C2: Semi-rigid (eg Grivel Airtech, G12, G14)

C3: Rigid (eg Grivel Rambo, DMM Terminator)





Thus:
Boot Rating Crampons
B1C1
B2C1-C2
B3C1-C2-C3


















Binding System: In addition the binding system should be suitable for the boot. There are currently four main types of binding systems.

Strap On: (this includes plastic "basket" type systems such as Grivel's New Classic): Will fit all boots.

Semi Step In: (eg Grivel's Newmatic): Will only fit boots with a proper heel welt designed for semi step in crampons.

Full Step In: (eg Grivel's Crampomatic Binding): Will only fit boots with a proper heel and toe welt designed for full step in crampons.

GSB (Grivel-Scarpa Binding): Will only fit boots designed specifically for GSB Bindings.

Be aware that some boots have step in heel welts to make them look "techy" even if they're not. If in doubt a modern type Strap On crampon (eg New Classic binding) is best.
 



Steep Ice Crampons :
 
Whilst anyone going cascade climbing in Europe or North America could get on fine with a standard 12 point mountaineering crampon, specialist rigid and semi-rigid steep ice crampons make things a lot easier. These crampons are also very good for Scottish mixed climbing, especially in mono-point mode, as a single vertical point will often fit nicely in a thin crack where two points will not. However they are generally heavier than other crampons and not so comfy to use as a walking crampon (particularly the completely rigid models). They also used to have a well deserved reputation for balling up badly, but this problem has largely been solved by anti-balling plates.

 



Grivel - Rambo Evolution 4 Crampomatic

Rambo Evolution 4 Crampomatic The latest version of Grivel's much acclaimed rigid Rambo crampon is considerably more user friendly than its predecessor, particularly for those climbers who want something that will do for Scottish as well as for icefall use. Although it is basically an asymmetric mono-point, with the point lying under the big toe, a half-length point to the outside of this means that whilst on steep buttress climbs one has all the advantages of a mono-point, on ice and snow routes, the second point kicks in and gives lateral stability normally absent in a mono-point. The length is adjustable with one bolt, and a replacement mono-point can also be replaced by undoing a single bolt. The crampomatic binding means that this crampon will only fit on boots with a step-in facility front and back.

Included with the package is a set of what looks like at first glance a spare set of front points, but is in fact a set of heel spurs. These too can be set up by adjusting a single bolt, though many leading ice climbers consider their use cheating!

The anti-balling plates look very sophisticated with Grivel's excellent snow-popping system incorporated into harder plastic structures, and with an "accordeon" filling the gap in the middle. The heel clip has micro-adjustability, and four of the points are angled away from the line of the frame to make descents in snow easier.

Despite claims that these crampons weigh 1075g/pair, we actually think this is more like 1150g, and that doesn't include the heel spurs which weigh an extra 55g or so.

Should fit boots from size 38-48.

NB This crampon is designed for steep ice climbing and buttress routes of around Scottish IV and above. It is not a suitable crampon for hill walking or general mountaineering. 


Price: £179.99 [US$277.92] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 1



Grivel - Rambo Frontpoints sets

Rambo Frontpoints sets Variations on the Rambo crampon are many, varied and complex, and trying to establish exactly which spares each requires is a bit of a nightmare. We think the following is correct but can only apologise if it isn't.

Rambo Evo 4 (set of one pair): 4-RBRA4.
Rambo Evo 3 and Rambo Evo (set of two pairs, ie 4 points) 095.84
Rambo 1 bi-points (set of one pair but each piece is actually two points forged into one unit): 095.75
Rambo 1 mono-points (set of one pair): 095.76

If you are uncertain as to which model of Rambo you have, please email a photo and we'll try and work it out. 


Quantity:  

Stock 1



Model

Model
Stock
4-RBRA4 £29.99
2
095.84 £29.99
2
095.75 £29.99
0
095.76 £22.99
0



Grivel - Rambo Spacers and Bolts Set (Rambo Evo 1, 2 or 3) Crampons 095.85

Rambo Spacers and Bolts Set (Rambo Evo 1, 2 or 3) Crampons 095.85 Set of spare spacers and bolts for Rambo Evo 1, 2 or 3 Crampons. Enough bits to enable you to set them as bi or mono-point. 


Price: £12.00 [US$18.53] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 3



Grivel - Rambo Anti-balling plate (pair) for Rambo 3

Rambo Anti-balling plate (pair) for Rambo 3 Easy to fit essential kit for Rambo 3 owners who haven't already got them. These are old style black rubber plates. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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DMM - Terminator

Terminator Excellent radical design that works extremely well by angling the front point(s) inwards and curving to the shape of your feet. Seems to fit a large range of foot sizes. Bit of a Meccano kit to set up initially but once done can be adjusted between different boots of similar size quite easily. Price includes enough points to set up as mono-point or bi-point and a set of specialist buttress climbing mono-points as well as a heel spurs.

Anti-balling plates also included. 


Price: £139.99 [US$216.15] (Including VAT at 15%)


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DMM - Terminator Anti-Balling Plate (pair)

Terminator Anti-Balling Plate (pair) Essential add-on to stop you going A over T. 


Price: £21.99 [US$33.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


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DMM - Terminator Ice Points (pair)

Terminator Ice Points (pair) One pair of front points for Terminator Crampons (ie enough points to replace a mono set up. If you favour a bi-point layout then you'll need two pairs which makes them seem rather dear really!). 


Price: £21.00 [US$32.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Charlet Moser - M10 Lever Lock - New Style

M10 Lever Lock - New Style Semi-rigid steep ice crampon that can be set to mono or bi-points. Does not include anti-balling plates. Size range 36-46 but [LINK are available.

1040g pair.
 


Price: £169.99 [US$262.47] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Charlet Moser - M10 Anti-snow (pair)

M10 Anti-snow (pair) Anti-balling plate for the old and new M10. 


Price: £31.99 [US$49.39] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Charlet Moser - M10 Front Points (pair)

M10 Front Points (pair) Set of two front points. Enough to do one crampon in duo-point form or a pair of crampons in mono. Carefully crafted by one of Damien Hirst's minions out platinum and diamonds - hence the exhorbitant price (only kidding!).  


Price: £37.99 [US$58.66] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - G14

G14 Excellent steep ice and steep buttress crampon with simple no tools length adjustment as per the renowned G12. However on this model the front points are forged vertical format points that can easily be adjusted from bi-point to monopoint (tools supplied). Forged points penetrate hard ice better, with less vibration. They can also be replaced when they wear out. In mono-point format they are excellent for mixed climbing as the vertical single point sits well in thin cracks. However this crampon is still flexible enough for walking in. A perfect all-rounder! Price includes the new yellow two piece anti-balling plates, Accordeons, and a set of Super-assymetric bars as well as the standard ones.

Fits boots from 36 - 46ish (however, Long Bars are available).

1065g/pair approx not including antiballing plates which add just over 100g.

There are three binding systems available:

Newmatic: Semi-step in with Grivel's excellent plastic toe cap.

Crampomatic: full step-in with wire front bail. Quick to put on in a blizzard but you do have to get them on just right - rigid boots only.

GSB:The third binding system is the Grivel Scarpa Binding (GSB). This consists of a metal prong on the front of the crampon that slots into a slot in the sole of the boot. Various Scarpa boots, like the Phantomlite have this slot included. This new system offers a higher level of security than other binding systems however it will only fit boots that have a GSB slot. If in doubt buy the Crampomatic version above.

Top Tip 1: To fit smaller boots, take the bars out, and swap them over, turning them upside down before fitting them. This brings a small blocking lug into play, effectively shortening the length of the bar.

Top Tip 2: If you have problems fitting the Super-Assymetric bars, take off the AB plates, and you can then slide them in from underneath. 


Price: £169.99 [US$262.47] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Binding

Binding
Stock
Newmatic
5+
Crampomatic
3
GSB
1



Grivel - G14 Frontpoints Kit (set of two pairs, ie 4 points) 095.88

G14 Frontpoints Kit (set of two pairs, ie 4 points) 095.88 Set of spare frontpoints for G14s. Contains the points only.  


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 0



Grivel - G14 Spacers and Bolts Set 095.89

G14 Spacers and Bolts Set 095.89 Set of spare spacers and bolts for G14s. Enough bits to enable you to set them as bi or mono-point. 


Price: £5.50 [US$8.49] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 0



Grivel - G14 Anti-balling plate new yellow type (pair)

G14 Anti-balling plate new yellow type (pair) Stops you turning your crampons into clodhoppers. Fits the G14. These are the new style yellow two piece AB plates. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 3



Black Diamond - Cyborg Pro

Cyborg Pro A full step in ("Crampomatic") crampon designed for steep waterfall ice, mixed climbing or hard mountain routes, the Cyborg’s semi-rigid design is very similar to the Grivel G14. Can by used in mono or dual-point configuration, the forged vertical frontpoints perform well on everything from tiny rock edges to thin ice smears. Aggressive secondary points add to balance and stability and an articulated centre bar and micro adjustment on the heel lever heel lever give a good fit on most technical boots from size UK3½ to size UK10½. Boots size 11 and above require Long Bars.

Anti-balling plates included.

1150g/pair. 


Price: £129.00 [US$199.18] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Cyborg ABS (pair)

Cyborg ABS (pair) Replacement antiballing plates for Black Diamond Cyborg Crampons. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Cyborg Front Point (Single)

Cyborg Front Point (Single) Single replacement front point for a Black Diamond Cyborg Crampon. Why these aren't sold in pairs we don't know.  


Price: £9.99 [US$15.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 2





Mountaineering & Ice-Climbing Crampons :
 
Mountaineering crampons are generally 12 point, and are designed for use for everything from hillwalking to alpine climbing to Grade V Scottish ice and mixed (anyone regularly climbing harder than this would probably be better off with a semi rigid steep ice crampon - see above). They are built to withstand a massive amount of punishment and are generally more robust than walking crampons. They are also usually heavier.

 



Grivel - G12

G12 Excellent 12-point semi-rigid steep ice, snow and mixed crampon with simple no tools adjustment. This crampon has long penetrating points and is designed for quite technical ice climbing, though it is still a very reasonable walking crampon. However anyone needing a crampon mainly for walking and easier routes should consider the Airtech (see below).

Standard size fits boots from 37-46ish (Long Bars are available).

There are three binding systems available:

New Classic: superb all encasing basket system means that you can put this crampon on just about anything, though it is marginally more fiddly to fit than the other models.The New Classic is also available in an XL version to fit boots up to Size 50.

Newmatic: Semi-step in with Grivel's excellent plastic toe cap - will fit on semi-rigid walking boots.


Crampomatic: full step-in with wire front bail. Quick to put on in a blizzard but you do have to get them on just right - rigid boots only. The Crampomatic is also available in an XL version to fit boots up to Size 50.

Around about 950g/pair of standard size not including anti-balling plates. (fitting these adds just over 100g to the weight).

Price includes anti-balling plates and Accordeons.

Top Tip: To fit smaller boots, take the bars out, and swap them over, turning them upside down before fitting them. This brings a small blocking lug into play, effectively shortening the length of the bar. 


Price: £134.99 [US$208.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Binding

Binding
Stock
New Classic
4
Newmatic
3
Crampomatic
2
New Classic XL
0
Crampomatic XL
0



Grivel - G12 Anti-balling plate (pair)

G12 Anti-balling plate (pair) Please note that there are three styles of anti-balling plates for G12 crampons.

2006 onwards (yellow, 101.73): These AB plates fit the 2006 onwards style G12 which has "wobbly" crinkled points on the heel section (the heel section is in fact the same as the Airtech heel section).

2005 model (yellow, 101.74): This plate is for the style of G12 (ca 2005) which has a fairly short front section (12cm not including front-points) and also the G12 style heel with smooth points. It will not fit the newest G12s (2006 onwards) which have "wobbly" points.

Extra Large (black, 100.90):
Fits the Grivel G12 Extra Large version and also much older style G12s with the longer (14cm) front section. This is an older style black AB plate. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Type

Type
Stock
2006 (101.73)
0
2005 (101.74)
1
XL (100.90)
3



Charlet Moser - Vasak Flexlock

Vasak Flexlock Petzl Charlet's replacement for the S12 Semi-rigid steep ice crampon. Includes integral anti-balling plates.

Flexlock is a modern plastic strap-on binding (similar to Grivel's New Classic binding). This will fit most types of boot whatever heel they have.

Size range 36-46 but long bars are available (see below). 880g pair.

Vasak Flex Lock - Bargain Sale Price while stocks last - were £107.50!! 


Price: £89.99 [US$138.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Sabretooth Pro

Sabretooth Pro A full step in ("Crampomatic") crampon designed for all aspects of mountaineering from the high Himalaya to roadside water ice. Similar to the Grivel G12 and quite a lot lighter than the Cyborg. Horizontal frontpoints provide stability in snow yet penetrate alpine and water ice and hold rock edges securely. Secondary points create a stable platform with shear resistance for control in mushy conditions while serrated sub-points grab and hold when you’re rocking over your feet. An articulated centre bar and micro adjustment on the heel lever heel lever give a good fit on most technical boots from size UK3½ to size UK10½. Boots size 11 and above require Long Bars.

Anti-balling plates included. ABS plates included.

1172g/pair. 


Price: £109.99 [US$169.83] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Sabretooth/Serac ABS (pair)

Sabretooth/Serac ABS (pair) Replacement antiballing plates for Black Diamond Sabretooth and Serac Crampons.

These only fit the current models. Anti-balling plates for the older black Sabretooths are no longer available. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Serac

Serac Alpine climbing crampons designed for moderate technical terrain. The 12-point Serac features strong frontpoints that climb steep snow efficiently and penetrate ice with ease. The substantial secondary points are optimized for stability. We stock two binding options:

Strap: ("New Classic") for trekking boots, or indeed, for any boots.

Clip: ("Newmatic") for boots without a front toe welt but with a rear heel welt.

An articulated centre bar and micro adjustment on the heel lever heel lever give a good fit on most boots from size UK3½ to size UK10½. Boots size 11 and above require Long Bars.

Anti-balling plates included.

1080g/pair. 


Price: £99.99 [US$154.39] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Type

Type
Stock
Strap
1
Clip
2



Grivel - Airtech Crampon

Airtech Crampon Excellent 12-point semi-rigid ice, snow and mixed crampon with simple no tools adjustment. This crampon is similar to the G12 but has shorter points which make it easier and more comfortable to use as a walking crampon but still suitable for mountaineering and easir snow and ice climbs - and in fact just about any grade of mixed. It's lighter weight will appeal to high altitude mountaineers.

Standard size fits boots from 37-47 (Long Bars are available for larger sizes).

There are three binding systems available:

New Classic: Superb all encasing basket system means that you can put this crampon on just about anything, though it is marginally more fiddly to fit than the other models.

Newmatic: Semi-step in with Grivel's excellent plastic toe cap - will fit on semi-rigid walking boots.

Crampomatic: Full step-in with wire front bail. Quick to put on in a blizzard but you do have to get them on just right - rigid boots only.

GSB: The fourth version is the GSB binding which currently will only fit certain Scarpa boots.

Around about 888g/pair of standard size not including anti-balling plates. (fitting thesee adds just over 100g to the weight). Price includes anti-balling plates and Accordeons.

Top Tip: To fit smaller boots, take the bars out, and swap them over, turning them upside down before fitting them. This brings a small blocking lug into play, effectively shortening the length of the bar. 


Price: £124.99 [US$192.99] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Binding

Binding
Stock
New Classic
4
Newmatic
4
Crampomatic
3
GSB
1



Grivel - Airtech Anti-balling plate (pair)

Airtech Anti-balling plate (pair) New style (yellow) anti-balling plate for the Airtech Crampon. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 3





Winter Walking Crampons :
 
Walking crampons are generally 10 point, and are designed for use purely for winter hill walking - which is not to say they are no good on steep ground. They are generally lighter than 12 point mountaineering models, with shorter less pointy points. However there are no hard and fast rules about these things and 10 point walking crampons regularly get used in the Alps and the Himalayas on quite technical ground. We have even seen some-one lead a grade V icefall in them!

 



Grivel - G10

G10 Excellent 10-point semi-flexible walking crampon (though we have spotted some-one climbing a grade V ice pitch in them!) with simple no tools adjustment.

Fits boots from 37-45½ (Flexible Long Bars are available).

There are three binding systems available:

New Classic: Superb all encasing basket system means that you can put this crampon on just about anything, though it is marginally more fiddly to fit than the other models. The best binding for most walking boots. It is fitted with a much more flexible bar that the other models. The G10 New Classic is also available in an Extra Wide Version, designed for use with snowboard boots and high altitude double boots that do not have step-in crampon facilities. Also fits most telemark boots. 900g/pair.

Newmatic: Semi-step in with Grivel's excellent plastic toe cap.

Crampomatic: Available to order, but the models listed above are more versatile.

820g/pair not including anti-balling plates which add about 100g.

Price includes anti-balling plates.

Top Tip: To fit smaller boots, push the bars forward into the front frame and insert a nut and bolt through the first hole. This acts as a stop, effectively shortening the length of the bar. 


Price: £109.99 [US$169.83] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Binding

Binding
Stock
New Classic
2
Newmatic
1
G10 Crampomatic
0

 


Grivel - G10 Anti-balling plate (pair)

G10 Anti-balling plate (pair) New style (yellow) anti-balling plate for the G10. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Contact Strap Crampon

Contact Strap Crampon Lightweight crampon for mountaineers, skiers and walkers. Its compact, 10-point design gives easy walking and reasonable climbing performance on easier gullies. The quick-adjustment attachment system accommodates almost any footwear and the crampon telescopes down for storage when not in use. Complete with dual-density Anti-Balling System (ABS) plates, which prevent snow from balling underfoot.

The bars supplied give a good fit on most boots from size UK3½ to size UK10½. Boots size 11 and above require Long Bars.

885g/pair. 


Price: £79.99 [US$123.51] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Camp - MagiX 10

MagiX 10 Excellent, reasonably priced, 10 point flexible crampon with all encasing plastic basket type binding that fits most boots .
These steel crampons are designed to significantly reduce balling. The Innovative X design with M shaped deflection eliminates the majority of the cross friction that allows snow to build up. Includes a new lightweight Vibram® anti-balling plate and a smooth finish to further prevent snow build up. Accommodates large heels and toes common on snowboarding and insulated winter boots - will fit most boots from size 39 - 49. Suitable for walking and scrambling. Price includes anti-balling plates and a nylon crampon bag.
848g without the bag. 


Price: £84.99 [US$131.23] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 5+



Camp - MagiX 8

MagiX 8 Same general design as the Magix 10 but without the two front points.

Suitable for winter fell walking in the UK and easy Alpine trekking in summer.

Price includes anti-balling plates and a nylon crampon bag.

700grams 


Price: £69.99 [US$108.07] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 5+



Kahtoola - KTS Steel 10 Point Flexi Crampon

KTS Steel 10 Point Flexi Crampon Durable, lightweight flexible 10 point crampons intended for fell-running, hiking and non-technical mountaineering. The strap system is designed to work with running shoes as well as ski, snowshoe, hiking, and telemark boots (an innovative hook on the heel strap hooks onto your shoe laces), and we see no reason why they shouldn't be fixed to rockshoes for short glacier approaches to technical alpine rock climbs.

This steel version (made from 5130 chromoly steel, heat-treated for strength) is the most suitable for the UK as they will cope better with the wear and tear of rocky terrain.

The front points are 26 degrees open for optimal performance with flexible footwear and are ¼" (ca 5mm) longer, and sharper, than the aluminum model. The crampons are still very lightweight, and they fold down into a compact package of 4" x 4" x 8" (ca 10cm x 10cm x 20cm).

Two sizes are available:
S/M fits UK 3 - 8 (however a bulky 7.5 or 8 shoe or boot may need the larger size).
M/L fits UK 8 - 13.

Kahtoola claim that they weigh 662g per pair but we think they are actually lighter at 646g per pair.

Sorry -size s/m sold out for winter 2008/9. 


Price: £89.99 [US$138.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Size

Size
Stock
S/M
0
M/L
0



Kahtoola - KTS Snow-Release Skins (pair)

KTS Snow-Release Skins (pair) Anti-balling plates for KTS Steel and Alloy crampons.

Fits both sizes.

40g/pair.
 


Price: £14.99 [US$23.15] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 3





Alloy Crampons :
 
Alloy crampons are very light, but they are only suitable for ocasional users using them on pure ice and snow (eg ski-tourers), as the alloy will wear down quickly if used on rocky terrain. Definitely not suitable for winter walking in Britain!

 



Camp - XCL 470 Alloy Crampons (semi-step in)

XCL 470 Alloy Crampons (semi-step in) Very light (470g) pair of crampons designed for occasional use by alpine ski-tourers and mountain walkers. Will fit most boots that are designed to take heel-clip crampons. 


Price: £119.99 [US$185.27] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 1



Camp - XCL 490 Alloy Crampons (strap on)

XCL 490 Alloy Crampons (strap on) Similar to the XCL 470 but a full strap on version that will fit nearly any boot. 490g. 


Price: £109.99 [US$169.83] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - Air Tech Light (Alloy)

Air Tech Light (Alloy) Ultralight alloy 12-point crampon designed for ski-touring, lightweight mountain ascents and glacier approaches/descents to alpine rock climbs. Simple no tools adjustment.

Fits boots from 37 - 46ish (Long Bars are available - the New Classic will require flexible long bars and the Newmatic will require standard long bars).

Anti-balling plates included.

New Classic and Newmatic bindings are available. The former is able to fit on virtually any boot and has a very flexible bar, whilst the latter requires a step-in heel on the boot and is more semi-rigid.

A pair of New Classics with anti-balling plates fitted weighs 596g, whilst the New Matics with plates are 666g (anti-balling plates weigh 108g per set). 


Price: £134.99 [US$208.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Binding

Binding
Stock
New Classic
2
Newmatic
2



Kahtoola - KTS Aluminium 10 Point Flexi Crampon

KTS Aluminium 10 Point Flexi Crampon Ultra-lightweight flexible 10 point crampons intended for fell-running, hiking and non-technical mountaineering on pure ice and snow. The strap system is designed to work with running shoes as well as ski, snowshoe, hiking, and telemark boots (an innovative hook on the heel strap hooks onto your shoe laces), and we see no reason why they shouldn't be fixed to rockshoes for short glacier approaches to technical alpine rock climbs.

This aluminium version (made from 7075-T6 anodized aircraft aluminum for maximum strength and durability) is not really suitable for the UK as they will not cope with the wear and tear of rocky terrain. They are ideal for activities where they will be used only on pure ice and snow - eg ski-touring.

The front points are 10 degrees open for optimal performance with flexible footwear and are ¾" (ca 15mm) long. These crampons are exceptionally lightweight, and fold down into a compact package of 3.5" x 3.5" x 8" (ca 9cm x 9cm x 20cm).

Two sizes are available:
S/M fits UK 3 - 8 (however a bulky 7.5 or 8 shoe or boot may need the larger size).
M/L fits UK 8 - 13.

Kahtoola claim that they weigh 540g per pair but we think they are actually lighter at 530g per pair.

See above for antiballing plates. 


Price: £89.99 [US$138.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Size

Size
Stock
S/M
1
M/L
2





Spikes :
 
Spikes are not crampons at all, and should not thought of as such. They are ideal for anyone working in a flattish icy environment, such a ski-lift operators. They can also be useful on iced up footpaths, but only where there is little or no incline.

 



Charlet Moser - Spiky

Spiky Stretch rubber device equipped with small tungsten spikes. Designed to slip over shoes or boots and give a grip on icy pavements and similar flat frozen surfaces. 65g (pair).
Size 1 (up to 41)
Size 2 (42 to 45)
Size 3 (46+)

NB: the Spiky is NOT a crampon, and is NOT designed for mountaineering or steep hill-walking; never attempt to use it on steep terrain - buy some crampons instead!
 


Price: £24.50 [US$37.83] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Size

Size
Stock
Size 1
4
Size 2
3
Spiky Size 3
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Grivel - Spider

Spider Described as an "Anti-Sleppering device" on the accompanying literature, which may be mis-spelt, but is quite onomatopoeic when you think about it!

A plastic plate with ten metal pointed studs, which fits just about any boot or shoe of any size by the means of two straps. Ideal for walkers who encounter horizontal water ice, frozen pavements, or just walking around at ski resorts etc.

NB: the Spider is NOT a crampon, and is NOT designed for mountaineering or steep hill-walking; never attempt to use it on steep terrain - buy some crampons instead!

Complete with carry pouch. 140g/pair. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 5+



Kahtoola - Micro-Spikes

Micro-Spikes Ideal for walking, hiking and running on icy or snow-covered tracks.

This grippy, durable, slip-on traction system features stainless steel spikes connected to a flexible chain system with a tough stretchy shoe harness. The unique microspike chain adjusts itself to grip nearly any surface from ice and packed snow to wet rocks, concrete, and scree. Extremely durable, microspikes require no special buckles or straps.

3/8-inch-long spikes and dynamic stainless steel flex-chain with a tough elastomer shoe harness. Securely attaches to running shoes, lightweight boots, everyday shoes, and snow boots.

411g/pair approx.

Sizing:
XSmall UK1-3
Small UK4-6
Medium UK 6-9.5
Large UK 9.5-13

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Price: £39.99 [US$61.75] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Crampon Accessories :
 

Alaska Equipment - Alaska Crampon Bag

Alaska Crampon Bag Extra tough zipped crampon bag made in yellow PVC tarpaulin material.

Includes internal tool pouch for small spanners etc.

Holds virtually any type of crampon and much quicker and easier to use than spike protectors. Also useful for storing ice-screws, and makes a great sponge-bag!

37cm x 13cm x 9cm approx - but obviously can be squidged. 150g.
 


Price: £13.99 [US$21.60] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 5+



Grivel - Grivel Crampon Bag

Grivel Crampon Bag Simple lightweight crampon bag with elastic straps for fastening.

40cm x 18cm. 90g.  


Price: £13.99 [US$21.60] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 4



Grivel - Crampons Crown

Crampons Crown Ingenious rubber thingies for protecting you from your crampon points when you are not using them - fits all sorts of crampons. 


Price: £8.99 [US$13.88] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 5+



Camp - Rubber Crampon Protectors Pair

Rubber Crampon Protectors Pair Pair of wiggly rubber thingies that stick onto crampon points and stop you skewering yourself. ca 90g. 


Price: £11.25 [US$17.37] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - Crampon Straps (pair)

Crampon Straps (pair) A replacement pair of crampon straps with Grivel's excellent double ring buckle system. Would probably suit many other crampons. Three lengths are available.

95cm: G10 Newmatic, G12 Newmatic, G12 Crampomatic, 2F Newmatic, 2F Crampomatic, Rambo, G14 (98.20).

110cm: G 10 New Classic, G12 New Classic (98.22).

130cm: Extra Long. Designed for fitting G10, G12 and G14 crampons to high altitude boots (98.26). 


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95cm (98.20) £6.99
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110cm (98.22) £6.99
4
130cm (98.26) £7.99
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Grivel - Crampomatic Front Bail Bars (pair) (098.08)

Crampomatic Front Bail Bars (pair) (098.08) Pair of front bail bars to fit Airtech, G12 and G14 crampons. They include the metal strap.

Using these it is possible, with suitable tools (a vice, molegrips etc) and a bit of swearing to convert GSB bindings to Crampomatic.

There are three points to note:
1. As standard, the bail bars are fitted in the rear of the two holes available.
2. You will also need a set of longer (95cm) crampon straps (see above) as the ones that come with GSB Crampons are only 70cm.
3. You're on your own - Grivel say that such modifications invalidate their warranty so if your newly fitted bail bars ping off on the crux of Orion Direct it's your fault! 


Price: £10.99 [US$16.97] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 1



Trailwise - Bail Bar Strap (pack of 2)

Bail Bar Strap (pack of 2) Bail bar straps for added security on crampons that don't already have them. Rivet on to your wire front bails.

Be careful to get them the right way round - it's obvious when you look!

Watch out that the rivet doesn't "ping" across the room as these are extra small rivets and we are unable to obtain or supply replacements.  


Price: £5.50 [US$8.49] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 5



Grivel - Crampon Spring Clip (pair) (097.13)

Crampon Spring Clip (pair) (097.13) Pair of adjustment spring clips to fit G10, Airtech, G12 and G14 crampons. Sold in pairs.

However, for a really sturdy job, use a suitable nut and bolt instead. 


Price: £11.99 [US$18.51] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 3



Grivel - G12/G14 Standard Regulation Bar (pair)

G12/G14 Standard Regulation Bar (pair) Standard adjusment bar for G10 Newmatic, Airtech, G12 and G14 crampons. Sold in pairs. 160cm long. 


Price: £8.99 [US$13.88] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 0



Grivel - G12/G14 Long Regulation Bar (pair)

G12/G14 Long Regulation Bar (pair) Extra long adjusment bar for G10, Airtech, G12 and G14 crampons. Sold in pairs. 190cm long - increases the size of boot that will fit to 49 or 50 depending on model. 


Price: £9.99 [US$15.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 5+



Grivel - G12/G14 Super Assymetrical Regulation Bar (pair)

G12/G14 Super Assymetrical Regulation Bar (pair) An alternative radically curved bar for G10 Newmatic, Airtech, G12 and G14 crampons designed to get them to fit more closely on modern assymetrical boots. Sold in pairs. 160cm long. 


Price: £12.99 [US$20.06] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - G10 Flex Bar Standard (pair)

G10 Flex Bar Standard (pair) A very flexible bar for the G10 New Classic, but could possibly be fitted to other crampons such as the G12 and Airtech ranges as well. Sold in pairs. 160cm long. 


Price: £11.99 [US$18.51] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - G10 Flex Bar Long (pair)

G10 Flex Bar Long (pair) Extra-long flexible bar. 190cm long - increases the size of boot that will fit to 49 or 50 depending on model. 


Price: £11.99 [US$18.51] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - 2F Extension Plates (pair)

2F Extension Plates (pair) Relive your childhood with these Meccano-like kits to extend 2F's for bigger feet. Puts them permanently in rigid mode. Sold in pairs (ie enough to do a pair of crampons).

A bargain! - was £13.50 a set!! 


Price: £3.99 [US$6.16] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Stock 5+



Grivel - 2F Anti-balling plate (pair)

2F Anti-balling plate (pair) Easy to fit essential kit for 2F owners who havent already got them. 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Grivel - Anti-balling Plate Hooks (per hook)

Anti-balling Plate Hooks (per hook) These are the tiny metal hooks that Grivel (and some other manufacturers) use to fasten anti-balling plates to crampons with. 


Price: £0.60 [US$0.93] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 0



Trailwise - Spare Rivets (pack of 10)

Spare Rivets (pack of 10) Spare rivets for crampon strap and gaiter repairs. 


Price: £2.00 [US$3.09] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Camp - Universal Anti-balling Plate (pair)

Universal Anti-balling Plate (pair) Fits many traditional 10 and 12 point crampons regardless of make , though they may require some "botching" - so if you can get plates specific to your crampon, go for those, rather than these. 95g.

Sizes (approx): Small 4-8, Large 9-12

A better bet may be to cut anti-balling plates from ice cream tub plastic (which is freezer proof!) and fasten them to the crampon frames with short lengths of copper earthing wire - we know of a few climbers who do this and they appear to work a treat!


 


Price: £18.99 [US$29.32] (Including VAT at 15%)


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Black Diamond - Long Bars for Black Diamond Crampons (pair)

Long Bars for Black Diamond Crampons (pair) Longer bars for Black Diamond Cyborg, Sabre Tooth, Serac and Contact Crampons that enable them to fit boots up to a size U12 (48) ish. 


Price: £17.99 [US$27.78] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 1



Black Diamond - Assymetric Bars for Black Diamond Crampons (pair)

Assymetric Bars for Black Diamond Crampons (pair) Very bent bars for Black Diamond Cyborg, Sabre Tooth and Serac Crampons that enable them to fit highly assymetric boots up to UK11 (46) ish. 


Price: £17.99 [US$27.78] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

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DMM - Gladiator/Aiguille/Summit Antiballing Plates (pair)

Gladiator/Aiguille/Summit Antiballing Plates (pair) Anti-balling plates to fit Gladiator, Aiguille and Summit crampons.








 


Price: £21.99 [US$33.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

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Camp - Ice Rider Anti-Balling Plates

Ice Rider Anti-Balling Plates Spare set of anti-balling plates for the old Camp Icerider crampons. 


Price: £19.25 [US$29.72] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

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Charlet Moser - S12 Anti Snow (pair)

S12 Anti Snow (pair) Anti balling plate to fit the old Charlet Moser S12 range (crampons not included!). 


Price: £35.50 [US$54.81] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 3



Charlet Moser - S12 Rapid Fix Strap Kit

S12 Rapid Fix Strap Kit Replacement Strap Set (part 68216) for the old S12 Rapid Fix  


Price: £21.99 [US$33.95] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

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Charlet Moser - Petzl Charlet Vasak Type Assymetric Bars (pair)

Petzl Charlet Vasak Type Assymetric Bars (pair) Extra lcurved bars to fit the new style Dart, M10, Sarken, Vasak and Irvis crampons. Increases size to take boots size 41 - 50.

Why these are £11 more than the long bars we don't know and can't seem to get a sensible answer to!
 


Price: £29.99 [US$46.31] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 0



Charlet Moser - Petzl Charlet Vasak Type Long Bars (pair)

Petzl Charlet Vasak Type Long Bars (pair) Extra long bars to fit the new style Dart, M10, Sarken, Vasak and Irvis crampons. Increases size to take boots size 41 - 50.
 


Price: £15.99 [US$24.69] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 0



Grivel - Accordeon (pair)

Accordeon (pair) Concertina shaped rubber thingies that you slide on to the extender bars of your crampons and intended to act as an extra anti-balling measure. Designed for Grivel crampons, but will fit nearly any make with a similar shaped bar. Colour varies. Sold in pairs. 


Price: £9.99 [US$15.43] (Including VAT at 15%)


Quantity:  

Stock 3





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