Black Diamond Cyborg Stainless Pro Crampon with ABS

• Keep your crampon points sharp. Sharpen the points by hand with a fine file. Sharpening with a grinder can overheat and weaken the metal. Do not modify other parts of your crampons.
• Check the bolts, nuts and adjustment mechanisms before and after each use. Do not over tighten nuts or you might strip them or the bolt. Replace any bolt or nut that is cracked, stripped or bent.
• Carry spare parts with you in the field.
• Crampons must not come into contact with corrosives such as battery acid or solvents.
• If your crampons have been exposed to road salt or other corrosives, clean them using a mild soap and warm water, then rinse and dry them thoroughly.
• To minimise rust, lightly lubricate all metal parts with a rust inhibitor.
• In the event that your crampons need to be disinfected, Black Diamond recommend retirement of the crampon, rather than subjecting the metal to corrosive agents found in many disinfectants.
• Never store wet or damp crampons. After using your crampons, allow them to dry thoroughly. Store your crampons in a dry environment away from heat.
• Cover the points of your crampons when transporting them.
• Factors that reduce the lifespan of crampons: Wear due to use on rocks, filing the points, corrosion or rust.
• Retire a crampon immediately if:
  • Any components are cracked, bent, broken or missing.
  • The points cannot be made sharp with a hand file.
  • The webbing straps or plastic pieces have any tears, holes, torn threads, heavy abrasion or fading from exposure to ultraviolet light.
  • Damaged gear must be retired and destroyed to prevent future use.
  • If you have any doubts about the dependability of your gear, retire it.

Why stainless steel?

• Better wear - more durable material ensures the points stay shaper, longer
• No rust - less maintenance and longer life
• No toxic coatings - endures harsh conditions with environmentally toxic coatings
• Less snow balling - smoother surface sheds snow better