Quickdraw Carbon Probe 300
Why We Like The Quickdraw Carbon Probe 300
When we are on involved alpine missions in the biggest terrain with the deepest snow we make sure to bring along the Black Diamond Quickdraw Carbon Probe 300. We like the extended length that combines with lightweight construction and a genius wiregate closure that helps us deploy this tool faster.
Details
- Lightweight and long probe for deep snow and glaciated terrain
- Carbon fiber construction is lightweight, durable, and reliable
- Wiregate security in pack makes for even quicker deployment
- Kevlar cord saves weight without sacrificing durability
- Oversized alloy tip improves probing sensitivity
- High visibility 1cm markings helps you see depth with ease
- Item #BLDZ9GH
- Material
- [shaft] carbon fiber, [tip] alloy
- Length
- 300cm
- Deployment System
- CordLock (kevlar)
- Storage Sack
- wiregate locking mechanism
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
4.5 based on 12 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 10, 2023
Great product, light and packs easily
Was pleasantly surprised at the weight and ability to pack this probe easily.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 4, 2023
Perfect PNW
Long but not too long. Stiff. Saved some grams, but added some volume when compared to aluminum. Perfect length for deeper snowpack
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 29, 2023
Carbon probe 300
It's a great probe. Unfolds fast, stable on the probing front. I like the measurements, nothing too fancy or complicated like some other probes I've seen. Very reasonably priced!!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 19, 2023
Great probe
Easy to read depth markings, light weight, solid probe that’s easy to deploy and never feels flimsy
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 7, 2023
Jury is still out
I've been using BD probes for over a decade, skiing, guiding and teaching avalanche courses. I like that some weight has been shed with the current iteration but am also concerned with the durability of these. The cord seams to have a decent amount of stretch to it, which makes it feel like I might snag segments on the burly crusts that we currently have in the PNW, additionally, I'm finding the light weight locking mechanism to be far less glove friendly than the tried and true button mechanisms. Assuming durability doesn't become a huge issue, I do like the weight savings and I'm hoping that this probe proves me wrong while being psyched I've got a backup in the drawer at home.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 4, 2023
String Breaks
I can’t believe this probe isn’t recalled yet. I had a fraying string this fall, warrantied the probe, and today, while teaching an avalanche class, I broke another probe. Unacceptable work, once again, on the part of BD. Snow safety is not the place to cut corners. Do better
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 10, 2023
Great probe
Light, super easy and quick to deploy. Super easy to put away. 300 is great for our deeper snowpack. I haven't had this one long but so far so good. The large numbers are easy to read when in a snow pit.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
November 30, 2022
Bought for a friend
Packs up small, and extends quickly and easily with gloves on. Haven’t used it yet thankfully but seems to be everything you need.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
November 28, 2022
Great Probe
I bought this with the Evac 9 shovel as my first set of avalanche safety gear. Seems like it will hold up well to abuse. Easy to deploy and stow. Fits well in my bag and is nice and light for what it is.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
November 27, 2022
Sturdy carbon probe
not über light but that gives confidence. Looking forward to practicing with this piece.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com