The Black Diamond Hydra Ice Axe is a revolution in versatility. This Ice Tool is a true modular system that can be configured to match any mission, from pure ice to technical alpine, to mixed comp climbing.
Built to utilize the innovative BD Integrated Component Exchange (I.C.E.) system, the Hydra Ice Tool can be configured to maximize performance on any technical winter terrain. From water ice in the Alps, new lines in the Alaska Range, or technical mixed climbing, the Hydra tool accepts a full suite of I.C.E. accessories—including picks, hammers, adze, head-weights, spikes, and grip spacers—allowing you to customize your tool to match any mission. The tool’s hydroformed shaft is ergonomically designed for steep technical climbing, from overhanging waterfall ice to hooking through mixed terrain. Plus the grip can be fine-tuned to fit your hand and has options for a lower spike or lower pommel. Includes a light and heavy head-weight set, 4mm and 5mm wrenches, and grip spacers.
Features
A modular ice tool that can be customized for specific objectives
Shaft geometry is optimized for climbing on steep ice and rock
All I.C.E. picks have undergone a unique, proprietary heat treatment to maximize durability
Designed to easily rack on ice clippers
Optimized grip geometry for maximum stability in first and second positions in steep terrain
Ultra-stiff, hydroformed shaft with over-molded adjustable grip
Accepts a full suite of picks and head accessories to match your mission
Includes I.C.E Pick, I.C.E Light Head Spacer, I.C.E Heavy Head Spacer, I.C.E Micro
Spike, I.C.E Grip Spacer, 4mm and 5mm wrenches
Modular head weights allow you to dial in tool penetration without altering center of mass
Compatible with I.C.E. system picks (Alpine, Mixed, Ice, or Dry), I.C.E Alpine
Spike, I.C.E Alpine Hammer, I.C.E Adze - sold individually
Specifications
- Hammer Weight: 610g
- Length: 50cm
