The Black Diamond Venom Ice Axe blends the technical performance of an ice tool with the trusted functionality of a classic piolet, making it the ideal companion for challenging ski mountaineering, classic glacier traverses, and moderate snow climbs with tricky sections.

Designed with a stainless steel head, the Venom offers a fully interchangeable pick system that’s compatible with any Black Diamond pick, providing customization for varied alpine conditions. Its ergonomic design includes an asymmetrical, angled shaft for precise handling and stability, and the integrated grip makes swinging feel natural and secure. The sliding FlickLock pommel allows you to adjust your second grip, perfect for maintaining control on steep slopes.

Durable, versatile, and easy to handle, the Venom is the ultimate tool for outdoor women facing technical terrain. Note: Sold individually.

Features

• Stainless steel head with integrated adze or hammer
• Interchangeable pick construction is compatible with all BD picks
• Asymmetrical angled shaft with integrated grip for ergonomic handling
• Hammer comes with Mountain Tech pick, Adze comes with Mountain Classic pick
• Adjustable FlickLock pommel
• Cen-B certified

Tech Specs

• Grip: Dual-density
• Head: Stainless steel
• Pick: [Hammer] Mountain Tech; [Adze] Mountain Classic
• Shaft: Aluminum
• Display Weight: Hammer 50 cm: 517 g (1 lb 2 oz), 57 cm: 547 g (1 lb 3 oz)
  Adze 50 cm: 514 g (1 lb 2 oz), 57 cm: 545 g (1 lb 3 oz)