Grivel G20 Crampons

The Grivel G20 crampons were featured in the December 2012 issue of Elevation Outdoors. In their series of gear guides filled with game changing gear, they praised the G20 crampons for being the top performing crampon to up anyone's game on ice and mixed routes.

The Grivel G20 crampons are 100% technical, reliable, and efficient; the perfect tool for advanced ice and mixed climbing. Weighing in at less than 800 grams per pair, the G20 crampons are the LIGHTEST IN THE WORLD. The G20 is a highly adjustable crampon that provides a precise fit at the toe and heel areas, as well as in two locations along the middle of the foot. With a total of 13 points, the G20 has four vertical spikes on the heal, three vertical spikes along the middle of the foot, four opposing spikes at the balls of the feet, and a  mono-spike backed up with a mini spike at the toe.

Main Features
MONO-RAIL: The patented MONO-RAIL provides ice penetration power and increases climbing efficiency. The MONO-RAIL is a hot drop forged toe spike that runs from the toes to the middle of the foot where it connects with the Twin Regulator Bar. The Mono-Rail toe spike delivers a solid kick by reducing any bounce against the ice.

Cramp-o-matic Binding System: A well-known system that relies on a nylon speed lever in the rear and a stainless steel front bale to hold the boot. Quick to put on, these bindings are perfect for plastic mountaineering boots that have a rigid sole and substantial heel and toe welts. The front and rear bales respectively have three and two adjustable positions that provide a customized fit.

Twin Regulation Bar: The G20 utilizes the Twin Regulation Bar that reduces the empty pocket of space between the crampon and the boot’s instep. It also allows the crampon to be folded for storage and provides an additional adjustment point along the middle of the foot.

The Molletta: The Molletta is Grivel’s new rear spring that makes it easier and more ergonomic to regulate the length of the crampon.

Anitbott: Grivel’s patented Antibott is a flexible sheet that prevents snow build-up beneath the crampon. This pro-active dynamic system simply ejects the snow that builds up while walking on the snow; works every time in all situations.

Grivel Crampon Binding Systems

DIFFERENT BOOTS = DIFFERENT BINDINGS

Every climber/skier/mountaineer has their own preference as to what type of climbing they prefer to do. Not only do they favor a specific type of climbing, they also choose a specific boot for the adventure. Trying to throw your favorite crampon onto a mountaineering boot seems easy enough, but what about trying to throw that same crampon onto a ski boot, snowboard boot, or even a trekking boot?

Grivel has your back, more like your feet, on this one. Thanks to Grivel's five main binding systems, your preferred crampon model now has multiple binding options to choose from.

Grivel Binding Systems (from left to right, top to bottom): Ski Matic, New Classic, Cramp-O-Matic, New Matic, & Race

CRAMP-O-MATIC:
A well-known system which relies on a nylon speed lever at the rear and a stainless steel front bale to hold the boot. Quick to put on, these bindings are prefect for plastic mountaineering boots that have a rigid sole and substantial heel and toe welts. The stainless steel safety strap, which was invented by Grivel, is Permanently mounted on the front bale and prevents total loss of the crampon should it be forced off the boot.

NEW MATIC:
An evolution of the Cramp-O-Matic system which utilizes the C-O-M rear bale and lever. The plastic harness system is hinged from two front posts that retain the boot securely even if it has a shallow, worn front welt or when overboots are being used. It is a simple and efficient binding, which is far more versatile than the original Cramp-O-Matic style. Made in bi-component plastic: the black part is the stronger, bearing the strain whilst the yellow part is softer, increasing adherence to the boot. The harness is made from the strongest, most durable plastic available called Zytel DuPont, which was developed for the manufacturing of alpine ski bindings.

NEW CLASSIC:
An evolution of the Classic binding. Both front and rear plastic harnesses are hinged from their respective retention posts and may be “opened” to facilitate attachment to the boot, then closed securely once the boot is inside. The single Strap closure system is so simple we may not need to provide instructions; the New Classic is therefore ideal for rental programs and fist-time users. This system is simple and reliable, quick and easy, but it does take up a bit more space in the rucksack.

SKI MATIC AND RACE:

Totally new binding system specific for ski touring. It considers the technical needs while providing simplicity and lightness. The new front bail is “bomb proof” because it adapts easily and perfectly to the modern ski touring boots. Compact storage and minimum weight for transportation. Warning: the front binding fits modern plastic ski touring boots and it is not guaranteed for traditional mountain boots.

Now that you've gotten a little more familiar with all of Givel's binding systems, watch these videos for an even better look at each one.

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Grivel is the leading manufacturer of crampons. Grivel introduced the first 10-point crampon and has since introduced many more intuitive designs that have advanced this vital piece of mountain gear.

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