Last tested

2023

Status:ongoing

2024

Vasak

The classic 12-point full steel crampon: robust and easy to use. Designed for year-round use

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Technical specifications

In words

Intro

The classic 12-point crampon from the French brand Petzl, it has been around for years. The steel points are long and robust, while the length can be adjusted via the linking bar (with no need for tools) and the anti-balling plates are a good size. The distance from the toe of the boot to the front points isn't huge for this category, but it's adequate. As you would expect, it's burlier and heavier than a 10-pointer, but sturdier as a result. For those looking for a year-round crampon.

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Technical specifications

Tip number

12

Individual weight

840 g

Price

170 €

Top stories

Thoughts

Necessity

Editorial

Thoughts

At the heart of every ski (duplicate)

Editorial

Location

Test Center Pontedilegno Tonale

Our freeride base camp

Location

Base Camp Race

Sertorelli Sport Hotel

Location

Test Center Cervino Ski Paradise

To test the equipment and skins for the Race category, we based ourselves in Breuil-Cervinia

Location

Test Center Livigno

For the second year in a row, we headed to Livigno, aka Little Tibet.

Race

Intro

Race: boots

Innovation at the lower end of the market

Instruction

Boot under the microscope

We tested flex, walkability and liner warmth in the Light, Tour and Free unisex models

Intro

Made for women: skis and boots

Strong women

Free

Intro

Free: boots

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