Black Diamond Spike Protector for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides
Retail Price:
$4.95
$4.95
Used Value:
$2.97
$2.97
Sale Value:
$4.46
$4.46
If you've ever opened the trunk of your car to find your ice axe shaft sticking right through the side of a duffel bag, then you understand the value of the Black Diamond Spike Protector. This simple piece of TPU fits over the spike of nearly any ice axe and keeps the sharp point from attacking unsuspecting gear and clothes while you travel.
Specifications
Brand:
Claimed Weight:
0.5oz
Compatibility:
Black Diamond ice tools
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year
Material:
translucent TPU
Full Reviews
This is by far the best spike protector I ever had. This spike protector is awesome. It has probably saved me thousands of dollars in spiked technical gear. I just can't say enough about just how awesome this spike protector is compared to every other spike protector I ever had the pleasure of knowing.
jefnet, backcountry.com
October 2, 2018
October 2, 2018
The plastic is terrific but, as others have noted, the tie-off to secure this on the axe is awkward. It has fallen off several times in various situations. The similar BD pick and adze protector is my top choice on that end, but for the spike I prefer the simplicity of the Petzl protector.
Jason Hans, backcountry.com
January 30, 2018
January 30, 2018
Keep all that expensive gear safe. They fit great!
Rain Keating, backcountry.com
November 9, 2016
November 9, 2016
Sharp spikes are kind of a necessity. Down jackets, gore shells and other nice pieces of gear are also pretty key. Make sure your gear gets along.... cover your spike.
Sean Muschamp, backcountry.com
August 1, 2016
August 1, 2016
Stays on, easy to remove. The price of protectors is easily worth the cost of repairing or replacing gear...
MrTomRN, backcountry.com
December 12, 2014
December 12, 2014
Kinda weird that you have to tie a prussik type hitch with the shock cord to make it stay on. Seems like something without the cord that locks on the hole in most spikes would be a lot better. It does have two bumps that grab that hole, so it doesn't just fall straight off without a prussik. Rubber bit seems great. Price is wonderful.
Kevin Moynihan, backcountry.com
December 11, 2014
December 11, 2014
You will want one of these to protect your axe and your gear. There really isn't much more to say about it.
Pat Gunning, backcountry.com
June 14, 2014
June 14, 2014
As many have said these are great for protecting against accidental tears in your gear or scrapes on your legs or arms from your axe when you forget its on your pack. I also like these a lot for when I am flying with my gear as protection when I toss these inside a gear bag.
Bob Dowling, backcountry.com
April 23, 2014
April 23, 2014
I order from this store..excellent products. Very happy with it all.
plmbloco, backcountry.com
March 7, 2013
March 7, 2013
Cheap, and its a great insurance policy for the rest of your technical gear. Mine fits perfectly on my Raven Pro! Just use a prussik on either the shaft or leash, and you're good!
Ryan Roeber, backcountry.com
February 25, 2012
February 25, 2012
It's pretty straightforward. I have a Black Diamond Raven axe and this is a great lil protector. Keeps myself and my gear safe while keeping it sharp and in prime working condition. A definite must.
NmbrdDays, backcountry.com
January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012
Fits great, not only protects but I don't have to worry about it going through it any of my bags or into my gear.
NmbrdDays, backcountry.com
January 2, 2012
January 2, 2012
Use this on my Raven Pro which sits out on my hard wood floors. Also keeps my gear safe from the spike in transit.
Kyle Gochenour, backcountry.com
December 12, 2011
December 12, 2011
For me the value of this isn't so much that it protects your ice axe spike as it protects the rest of your gear from the spike. No longer do I poke holes in my duffels or clothes while travelling with my axe, no longer to I stick my skis or myself or my helmet while carrying it on the outside of my pack. It fits my BD ice axes perfectly. It works fine on non-BD axes, just not quite as well. The attached cord works well to keep in on with a double or triple prusik (Google "prusik" if you don't know how to tie one, it's well worth learning if you're climbing).
Scott Pendleton, backcountry.com
December 11, 2011
December 11, 2011
works perfectly with a Raven pro ice axe
Martin Jimenez Garzon, backcountry.com
June 22, 2011
June 22, 2011
Yeah these are for geeks, but I find they are great for travel and for running your axes in the pack. Nothing worse than ripping a hole in your pack or bag and 5 bucks will save you the trouble. These will work on other axes other than BD as well. Worth it to me.
f, backcountry.com
July 11, 2010
July 11, 2010
works perfect with my Omega Pacific Ice axe
Eric K., backcountry.com
July 8, 2010
July 8, 2010
Does what it is suppose to do...little tricky to figure out how it is suppose to stay on but once you get it, works like a charm!
Savannaha M., backcountry.com
April 14, 2010
April 14, 2010
