black diamond hydra ice tool

Designed to utilize BD’s innovative Integrated Component Exchange (ICE) 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 ICE accessories (including picks, hammers, adzes, counterweights, nails, and grip spacers), allowing you to customize your tool to fit any mission. The tool’s hydroformed handle is ergonomically designed for steep technical climbing, from ice on overhanging waterfalls to clipping in mixed terrain. Plus, the grip can be adjusted to fit your hand and has options for a lower nail or a lower knob. Includes a set of light and heavy counterweights, 4mm and 5mm wrenches, and grip spacers.

Features:

• A modular ice tool that can be customized for specific goals.
• Shaft geometry is optimized for climbing on ice and steep rock.
• All ICE picks have undergone a unique, patented heat treatment to maximize durability.
• Designed to easily attach to ice pickers.
• Optimized grip geometry for maximum stability in first and second position on steep terrain.
• Ultra-stiff, hydroformed shaft with over-molded adjustable grip
• Accepts a full set of picks and head accessories to fit your mission.
• Includes ICE Pick, spacer ICE Light Head, ICE Heavy Head Spacer, ICE Micro Spike, ICE Grip Spacer, 4mm and 5mm Wrenches
• Modular head weights allow you to adjust the penetration of the tool without altering the center of mass
• Compatible with ICE System Spikes (Alpine, Mixed, Ice or Dry), ICE Alpine Spike, ICE Alpine Hammer, ICE Adze (sold separately)
• Approximate weight 610g.