ClimbingHugh Banner Spitfire Ice Tool Review http://www.climbing.com Since 1970 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:35:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Hugh Banner Spitfire http://www.climbing.com/gear/hugh-banner-spitfire-2/ http://www.climbing.com/gear/hugh-banner-spitfire-2/#comments Fri, 15 Jun 2012 06:33:21 +0000 By Craig Luebben http://www.climbing.com/gear/hugh-banner-spitfire/

Hugh Banner Spitfire’s pick stuck well in both the bulletproof ice of Quebec and the froth of Vail.
$195
Summary: Here’s another potentially excellent tool that needs some work on the details. The Spitfire has a radical curve that offers great clearance. The pick penetrated well and bit securely in both Pont Rouge’s deep-freeze ice and Vail’s frothy slush, though its protective coating began wearing off with a little abuse. The plain-Jane grip and inadequate leash could be improved to bring this tool in line with the top performers.
Pros: Shaft gives excellent clearance. Solid pick penetration.
Cons: Lacks ergonomic grip. Minimalist leash.
Overall grade: BHugh Banner/Climb High: (802) 985-5055, www.climbhigh.com
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