| | |
 | Petzl Handled Ascender
The Petzl Handled Asceneder has become the most widely used ascender on the market. The ergonomic shape of the handle offers maximum grip for the hand and keeps the device parallel to the direction of pull. The elastomeric protective grip gives comfort and insulation from the cold.
- For use on single rope 8 - 13mm diameter.
- Weight: 196gr.
- Left and right hand versions available.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £35.00 |
Left or Right Hand |
|
Petzl Standard Ascender
The same efficient mechanism as the Petzl Handled Ascender, but without the handle. Cuts down weight and bulk. More used on the caving scene than for mountaineering.
Good for rigging pulley systems, Rope climbing. Self belaying on a fixed rope etc.
Weight: 136gr.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £30.50 |  |
| |
|
 | Petzl Croll
Suitable for mounting on a chest harness as part of an SRT rig or for general rope ascending.
Thanks to the twisted position of the attachment point, the Croll is always held flat against the body. The upper rectangular hole allows the attachment of shoulder straps for support. The Croll is fitted with an ergonomically shaped opening clip which is easily gripped between the thumb and index finger.
- For use on a single rope from 8 - 13mm diameter.
- Weight :--- 130gr.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £28.00 |
| |
|
Petzl Shunt
Widely used for back-up and protection when ascending, self-belay and abseiling.
The Petzl Shunt acts as a replacement for Prussik knots etc. When positioned below a descender, the Shunt acts as a back-up belay for an abseil descent. It locks on to the rope as soon as you release it and follows your descent when you press on it.
- For use on single rope of 10 - 11mm diameter, or double ropes of 8 - 11mm diameter.
- Weight:--- 188gr.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £32.50 |  |
| |
|
 | Petzl Tibloc
Meant for emergency use, this is the smallest and lightest rope clamp type ascender on the market. It will get you out of many difficult situations by helping you to set up a quick hauling system, or climbing a rope. Very useful for self rescue from crevasses etc. Every climber should have at least one Tibloc in their kit.
- For use on ropes of 8 - 11mm diameter.
- Weight:-- 39gr.
***Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £16.50 |
| |
|
Wild Country Ropeman
An extremely small lightweight fully functional ascender from Wild Country.
The Ropeman is an essential piece of gear to take on any mountain adventure. It is ideal for ski-touring,. glacier travel and alpine climbing.
* Suitable for use with ropes 10 - 11mm diameter.
* Weight :--- 62gr.
* Axle strength:--- 15kn.
Price: £35.00 |  |
| |
|
 | Petzl Stop Descender
The Petzl Stop descender is designed for long single rope descents mainly in caving. A venerable classic among descenders.
When the handle is released, the descender brakes. The descent is controlled by varying your grip on the free end of the rope. The handle is used only to un-jam, the rope and allow it to slide through the device.
Thanks to the safety catch, you can install the rope with ease without having to unclip the descender from the harness.
- For use on single rope from 9 - 12mm diameter.
- The braking bobbins are replaceable.
- Weight 326gr.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £57.50 |
| |
|
Clog Figure of 8 (Standard)
Clog Figure of 8 descenders are probably the strongest descending devices made. They are hot forged from 6082 T6 high strength aluminium, and the design maximises surface area for heat dissipation.
The Clog Standard Figure of 8 is suitable for centre and rescue use, and its longevity will ensure long term use for the individual.
Weight:--- 227gr.
Strength:-- 60kn.
** Click image for bigger picture. **
Price: £16.50 |  |
| |
|
 | Clog Lightweight Figure Of 8 Descender
CLOG figure 8 descenders are probably the strongest descending devices made. Hot forged from 6082 T6 high strength aluminium, and their design maximizes surface area for heat dissipation.
Lightweight Figure 8 – This is lightweight in an older generation sense of the word – in that it’s actually pretty chunky all rounder that’s a great bet for bigger ropes than many 8’s around at the moment. If you need an 8 that you never want to replace this is ideal and perfect for all mountain environments.
Ideal for all-round use on crag or mountain, the Clog lightweight figure of 8 has not sacrificed heat dissipation and durability in order to produce an ultralight device.
Solid reliable and long lasting this is another Clog classic.
6082 T6 Alloy. Weight: 120gm.
*** Click image for a bigger picture. ***.
Price: £7.50 |
| |
|
DMM Figure of 8 Descender
A classic Figure 8 ideal for individuals, centre and group use. The DMM Figure 8 is heat treated to give a greater hardness than most other units to help increase it's life.
Features:
- Hot forged, heat treated and rumbled until they are super smooth.
- Anodised for protection against coastal and rigorous mountain environments.
- A classic abseil device perfect for centres.
*** Click image for bigger picture. ***
Price: £12.50 |  |
| |
