The front points consist of a single, centered mono, with two shorter points just a half inch to either side. On hollow or thin ice these points, in conjunction with the aggressively angled secondary points, provide exceptional support. It's worth noting that the Mako's front points can be configured as a mono point, or as dual points. The crampon climbs best in mono-point mode, but not as well as some other models. Trident points give superior support in thin and hollow ice.
Straight frame makes for awkward foot positioning.
Trident points don't grip in the ice very well. The Ice Runner is unique in that the front bail consists of two metal stems and a webbing strap over the toe that accommodates boots without toe bails. Camp is producing a new, rigid-frame crampon with standard bindings this year called the Ice Runner Fast, but it was unavailable for testing as of press time. Heel bail does not perfectly fit all boots. One of the original rigid crampons, first sold under the Footfang name, the Superfang has earned its stripes as an old standby in the ice-climbing market.