CAMP ASCENT 2978 Semi-Car Rampon Ice Snow Mountaineering
- 10 points, NiCrMo steel
- Automatic or semi-automatic lacing, interchangeable
- Active antibott stops snow balling between points
- 726 g weight in the description
- Case included, plus the cap for semi-auto
- Limited warranty, one size
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A ten-point steel crampon built for ice and snow mountaineering, with a lacing system that switches between automatic and semi-automatic. The weight in the description and the spec table do not agree.
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ASIN: B086YK43RDModel: 2978Category: Crampons
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Overview
Not a slip-on walking spike, this is a ten-point mountaineering crampon in NiCrMo steel. Swapping the front headband for the supplied cap converts it from automatic to semi-automatic, and an antibott plate stops snow from building up between the points.
Weight savings without a stated loss in performance are the reason to look at it, and the interchangeable lacing adds versatility across boots. Boot compatibility lists and exact fit steps are not given, so confirm them for your boots.
Who it's for
Mountaineers who move between boots, or who want to switch lacing styles, get both options in one crampon. Winter walkers and anyone who needs full boot compatibility details should look at a simpler device or check the maker chart.
Pros and cons
- Ten points in steel
- Interchangeable lacing system
- Antibott plate prevents balling
- Includes a protective case
- Weight figures conflict in listing
- Boot compatibility not detailed
- One size only
Performance notes
Points bite into hard snow and ice, and the antibott feature prevents packing between them so the points stay in contact. The front lacing style decides how the crampon attaches to the boot, which is why the swap matters.
Specifications
| Model | 2978 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight (spec table) | 4 ounces |
| Item weight | 726 g |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | NiCrMo Steel |
| Color | Black / Green |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Crampon, case |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Points | 10 |
| Binding | Automatic or semi-automatic, interchangeable |
| Anti-balling | Active antibott |
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Frequently asked questions
What is in the box with the CAMP Ascent crampon?
The listing shows the crampon and a case. The description also mentions a cap in the package for semi-automatic use.
Can it fit automatic and semi-automatic boots?
The description says the lacing can switch between automatic and semi-automatic by replacing the front headband with the included cap.
Is this a slip-on walking spike?
No. It is a steel mountaineering crampon with automatic or semi-automatic lacing.