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Climbing Equipment BD ATC Guide 2 £24.99
BD ATC XP 2 £19.99
BD ATC £14.99
BD Super 8 £12.99
BD’s most versatile belay/rappel device. When used in Guide mode, two climbers can be belayed simultaneously ascending or descending with Autoblock back up.
The original ATC XP was a legend in its own lifetime, known as the best of its kind. Now you get the same multiple-friction performance but 30% lighter!
A classic smooth-handling design for belaying and rappelling with single or double ropes.
This update to an old school design gives a super-smooth abseil and looks truly beautiful.
• Regular and high friction modes • Autoblock release hole • Machined windows reduce weight • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm Code 128005
• Regular and high friction modes • Machined windows reduce weight • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm Code 128006
• Large surface area dissipates heat • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm Code 128003
• Double ropes from 8.1mm • Single ropes up to 11mm Code 128004
Petzl Reverso 4 £26.99
Petzl Grigri 2 £64.99
Petzl Micro Traxion £64.99
Petzl Shunt £44.99
The intuitive Reverso 4 is 25% lighter than its predecessor and maintains its status as one of the most versatile belay/rappel devices on the market.
The compact Grigri 2 is the world’s premier assisted braking device and gives a smooth action when belaying a leader, top-roping or abseiling.
The little brother of the successful Mini Traxion, this is an exceptionally efficient ultralight progress-capture device.
A mechanical replacement for self-jamming knots. Positioned below a descender, the Shunt acts as a back-up belay on an abseil.
• Asymmetrical grooves give adaptable braking • Reverso mode allows belay of one or two seconds with assisted braking • Double ropes from 7.5mm • Single ropes from 8.9mm Code 128515
• Stainless steel cam and friction plate • Aluminium side plates • Single ropes from 8.9 - 11mm Colours: Grey (906) or Blue (940) Code 128513
• Sealed ball bearings give 91% efficiency • Works on dirty or icy ropes • Can be locked open for use as pulley • Ropes from 8 - 11mm Code 128516
• Allows unhindered descent • Locks onto the rope instantly when released • Double ropes from 8 - 11mm • Single ropes from 10 - 11mm Code 128507
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Petzl Tibloc £19.99
Petzl Fixe £17.99
Petzl Oscillante £10.99
Petzl Ascension £44.99
The Tibloc is a versatile replacement for Prussik knots when used for ropeclimbing manoeuvres or for setting up pulley systems.
A very strong, lightweight and compact pulley for use in a hauling system or for avoiding rope-drag situations.
Aluminium side plates and nylon sheave give an excellent strength to weight ratio and make the Oscillante ideal for emergency situations like crevasse rescue.
The benchmark ascender features an ergonomically shaped grip that provides comfort and pull-efficiency on long ascents.
• Chromoly steel • Use with locking karabiner • Single ropes 8 - 11mm Code 128509
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• Self-lubricating bushings • Working load 5kN • Breaking strength 23kN • Ropes from 7mm - 13mm Code 128503
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• Self-lubricating bushings • Working load 4kN • Breaking strength 15kN • Ropes from 7mm - 11mm Code 128502
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Wild Country VC Pro 2
WC Ropeman Mk.3 Ascender £44.99
Edelrid B-Lay Open Gloves £17.99
Deep grooves and wide slots make the VC Pro 2 an excellent all round belay tool with solid stopping power and smooth control.
The latest Ropeman is an essential tool for guides, crevasse rescue and pulley purposes. It also works on slings as well as ropes!
Excellent multi-purpose gloves belaying, via ferrata and big walling.
• Regular and high friction modes • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm • Also available as a set with the Synergy Lite HMS karabiner VC Pro Belay Plate £16.99 Code 128201 VC Pro + Synergy Lite HMS Set £26.99 Code 128202
• Ropes from 9mm - 11mm • 12mm Dyneema slings or 16mm Nylon slings Colours: Blue (940) or Red (960) Code 128205
• Durable aluminium frame • Chrome-plated steel cam • Rubber over-moulded grip • Left handed black, Right handed grey • Single ropes 8 - 13mm Left Hand Code 128504 Right Hand Code 128505
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• Soft calf leather for a good grip • Open fingertips for extra dexterity Code 128401
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