Ice climbing with CAMP on frozen waterfalls: created by nature, for us to admire and climb

Their roar can be heard from a distance in the summer, while winter bestows silence and one notices them only when standing close-by. The water they are made of does not flow anymore, but the cold has made a standstill of it: waterfalls become ice columns that cling on to the mountains, ephemeral monuments shaped by nature and expressions of an art that crafts and then destroys, only to craft figures once again, stirring up everyone’s phantasies. This is especially true when dimensions may raise an eyebrow – with a height of tens if not hundreds of metres - and when outlines defy our imagination, with cascading stepped pillars, chandeliers and imposing cauliflowers. This is why waterfall guidebooks contain a wealth of marvels, their pictures a treasure for anyone wanting to climb them. The pleasure and the satisfaction will be enhanced when the right tools are at hand, such as the X-Dream ice axe – a classic that needs no introduction – the Blade Runner crampon, unbeatable when it comes to stability and performance, and the Rocket series of ice screws for a full set of C.A.M.P. gear for ice climbing enthusiasts.

X-DREAM ICE AXE
The X-Dream combines two tools in one – a fully optimized tool for technical ice and an aggressive dry tooling machine. This amazing ice axe not only features four different T rated picks for various terrain, but it also incorporates an innovative adjustment system in the handle to fine tune the swing and pull even further. Use the allen bolt above the grip to switch between Dry and Ice positions In the Dry position, the handle kicks upward for a more down and out pull. The Ice position drops the handle for a more natural swing on ice.

• Hyperlight tool for technical dry, mixed and ice climbing
• Multi-part head design with four pick options (Mixte, Ice, Race, Total Dry) • Ergonomic handle with innovative adjustment system
• Adjustable trigger finger ledges and X-Rest insert to customize the handle • X-Trigger pommel attaches to the shaft for a third position
• Weight 595 g

BLADE RUNNER CRAMPON
The Blade Runner represents the absolute top of the line in technical ice crampons. A wealth of innovative features combine to create a crampon that conforms to the ergonomics of modern boots, increases rigidity and performance, and adapts to conditions with a variety of front points and toe bail configurations. The heel slide integrates the linking bar with the heel piece for
better torsional rigidity. This allows the Blade Runner to offer the best of both worlds by combining the power and stability of vertical frame crampons with the precision and ease of adjustment of horizontal frame designs.

• The most technical ice crampon on the market
• Interchangeable front points are easy to switch from dual to mono
• Optional snow points optimize the crampons for alpine terrain
• Automatic front bail enhances the fit on modern boots
• Semi-automatic toe bails allow for use on boots without rigid toe lugs • Weight/pair 940 g

ROCKET ICE SCREW
The Rocket is a top-level workhorse for alpinists and ice climbers who rely on their ice screws in big mountain terrain. The chromoly steel construction is lightweight, strong and durable. The front teeth have been engineered for the fastest placements
even in the coldest, most compact ice. Reverse angle threads ensure smooth driving and maximum holding power. Compact chromoly hanger aligns with the screw to pull in an optimal direction and racks well on both sides of the harness. Fold out crank knobs are color coded for easy identification.

• Top-level ice screws designed for advanced alpinists and ice climbers
• Lightweight, strong and durable chromoly steel construction
• Reverse angle threads for smooth driving and maximum holding power • Front teeth engineered for the fastest and easiest placements
• 4 lenghts available (13, 16, 19, 22 cm)
• Weight 130 g (16 cm)

Info: www.camp.it