Lightweight crampons

[jbclimber]

Has anybody tried the Stubai Ultralight Universal crampons? They only weigh 1lb 4oz and have 10 points. I am thinking about getting a pair for easier glacier climbs and those trips were you don't think that you are going to really need crampons but just might. I realize that since they are aluminum, they won't be a good choice for when rocks are expected.

[fleblebleb]

I have a pair, they're great.

[gapertimmy]

2nd that, i like mine as well

[obsydian]

Where can you get them? Any pictures? $$?

[jbclimber]

obsydian said:

Where can you get them? Any pictures? $$?

 

REI and Pro Mountain Sports have them. About $100.00. Check their websites for pictures or do a web search. I think that I have to get a pair.

[snoboy]

There are some steel crampons out there that are as light as some of the alu ones, and might last a bit longer. I can't remember the models though. Dig around...

[catbirdseat]

My friend Oyvind used a pair of the Stubai ultralights on our Gibraltar Ledges climb and they held up even to a fair amount of crunching over rock. Furthermore, his were the only ones that didn't ball up with snow on the slog back to Muir.

[JoshK]

I have those stubai crampons as well. I love them. very light.

[Montana_Climber]

The other nice thing about them is that you can use low-cut Gore-Tex shoes with gaiters and the crampons and travel through snow just the same as heavier, bulkier gear.

This is great for summer climbs like in the Tetons where crossing snow fields is a constant pain after having a 5 mile approach on a dirt trail and not wanting to wear full winter boots.

[Lambone]

I have a pair of the camp alumi's. they are nice to, you definately feel a difference, on your feet and pack!

 

[Attitude]

Another advantage is that since they are not very sharp, you can place them points to points, wrap the strap around them, and throw them in your pack. No crampon bag needed.