BELAY DEVICES
We feature the ‘best of all’ belay devices and descenders from Petzl, Edelweis, CMI, Kong, CMC Rescue, and ABC. These are the products we use and recommend to our clients.
Belay Devices and Descenders are essentially friction brakes. They are indispensable for controlling the rope, whether one is descending, stopping a fall, or protecting a move. Devices can be used on single ropes (one strand for rappelling or belaying), as well as on double ropes (two strands for rappelling or belaying).
"A belay device should be simple and easy to use. The rope should run smoothly through the device so your attention is always on the climber, not on tangled or twisted rope. There are dozens of belay devices on the market. Some are simple friction devices, like stitch plates, tubes, or figure 8's that have no moving parts. An alternative is an automatic belay device that works on a camming principle. Stitch (or belay) plates are flat pieces of metal with holes for one or two bights of rope. Usually the openings are two different sizes. Plates are easy to use, but they aren't smooth rope handlers. Tubes are a modern reincarnation of the traditional belay plate. They have two equal sized holes, so you can switch from single to double rope belays with ease."
By Nancy Prichard
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$58.00The handy alternative for shorter drops or lighter loads. To reduce weight, the rack is drawn from 5/16" stainless steel, and the solid bars are formed from anodized aluminum. Learn More -
$109.95Petzl Rack Brake Bar Descender, The design and configuration of the bars makes it easy to set up and insert the rope. Compact and lightweight, the device allows the user to adjust the amount of friction during the descent to adapt to changing conditions Learn More -
$93.95We chose stainless steel over aluminum because of its "wearever" qualities. In order to compensate for the reduced friction inherent in stainless bars, we increased the radius of the friction surface to a full 1/2". Learn More -
$149.00The Escape Artist is intended to be pre-rigged on an escape line, and kept ready for immediate use. Learn More -
$509.00Developed specifically to meet the needs of rescue system belays, the 540° Rescue Belay is a self-locking device that meets demanding drop-test criteria - able to hold falling loads quickly while limiting the peak force. Learn More -
$50.00The original all around Rescue 8! Handles multiple carabiners, large ropes, anti-lock ears, and duel clip in holes. Learn More -
$69.00Our HyperBars, a solid anodized aluminum bar with a single lock-off pin, allow for easier and safer lock offs. The HyperRack includes a single HyperBar. Learn More -
$100.00CMI Sport Racks are formed from 5/16" diameter stainless steel and are fitted with oversize stainless steel bars. We chose stainless steel over aluminum because of its "wearever" qualities. Learn More -
$69.95Petzl Simple Descender, The hand holding the free end of the rope is used to control or stop the descent. In narrow pitches, the Simple Descender has the advantage of being able to follow along the rope on its own, without manipulation. It is for use with ropes from 9 to 12 mm. Learn More -
$169.95Originally designed for single rope descents in caving, the Stop has become a standard tool for the rope access worker. The Stop is designed to automatically "stop" the descent when the red handle is not depressed. Learn More -
$13.95The Figure 8 by Omega Pacific remains a popular device for their simplicity, durability and dependability. Learn More -
$104.00The handy alternative for shorter drops or lighter loads. To reduce weight, the rack is drawn from 5/16" stainless steel, and the solid bars are formed from anodized aluminum. Learn More -
$12.50The great basic tuber style belay device. Great for climbing racks, ropes challenge course facilitators, climbing sites and ropes course sheds. Well made and long lasting. Learn More -
$24.95Versatile, compact pulley for quick installation onto the rope. Learn More -
$239.95Petzl ASAP Fall Arrest Device, In normal use, the device moves freely along the rope without any manual intervention and accompanies the user in all his movements. Learn More -
$51.00A specially formed figure-8, designed and developed together with Mark daCosta & Axel Manz, for canyoning and rope rescue for guides. Learn More -
$49.00Hydrobot is a new tool conceived for Hydrobot is a new tool conceived for modern canyoning; can be used both with one or two ropes and it allows an easy changement of the braking under load. Learn More -
$119.95High-strength double pulley designed for rescue professionals to set up progress capture systems of high mechanical advantage. Learn More -
$85.95This manual rescue belay can be used as a self belay or with a belayer. The side plates and drum are made from heat treated 6061 T6 Aluminum while the two stainless steel pins keep the rope seperated as it is reaved around the drum. Drum is Aircraft Hard Anodized for extended wear which cost more but makes for a superior product. Learn More -
$32.95Innovative belay device with high braking performance for single ropes. The optimized Mega Jul geometry ensures easy and secure belaying even with thicker ropes. Learn More -
$67.00Just right for SWAT teams, climbers, cavers, and sport rappelers, the slightly more compact design of the CMC Rappel 8 offers superb control on smaller rope. Learn More -
$19.95Figure 8 descender, compact and lightweight. Square shape helps reduce rope twist. Learn More -
$74.00The Rock Exotica RockGrap Rope Ascender body is milled along the side to remove unnecessary material, making it one of the lightest rope grabs available. Learn More -
$2,195.00An auto belay is an automatic belay device that eliminates the need for a human belayer. In the case of the Head Rush TRUBLUE Auto Belay, it uses Head Rush's patented self-regulating braking system, which is enabled by non-contacting magnetic braking technology. Learn More -
$64.95The Mega Jul Belay Kit with our Mega Jul belay device and the HMS Strike FG Carabiner. Learn More -
$735.00The CMC Rescue MPD allows you to go from lowering to raising without changing hardware. Learn More -
$14.95Fusion Little Foot, Small four hole rigging plate gives you an ultra small and light way to set up complex anchor and rescue systems. MBS 30kN. Learn More -
$115.00Rock Exotica "The Bolt" Climbing Rig Plate uses a quick-detachable stainless steel rod, or ‘bolt’, that allows you to connect your gear directly to the five connection points without using carabiners. Learn More -
$269.95The Petzl ID is a self-braking descender with an anti-panic function built in. Learn More -
$24.95This aluminum descender has a large inside diameter with ears and belay slots. Large design makes it ideal for fast use in adverse conditions and easier to handle heavy loads. Ears allow user the ability to tie off the rope to use both hands freely. Learn More -
$99.95The GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking is designed to facilitate belay maneuvers. Learn More -
$29.95Petzl Paw Rigging Plate, Coming in three sizes for different set ups the PAW provides strong and lightweight organization for your rope set up. Learn More -
$16.00Specially formed anodized figure-8 especially for double ropes and wet surroundings. Like Mountain or Ice Climbing, or belaying into a cave. Learn More -
$39.95The PIRANA descender offers multiple braking options and can be installed on the rope without removing it from the harness. Designed for use with canyoning descent techniques. Learn More -
$24.95Ultra lightweight compact pulley designed for a variety of uses. Learn More -
$199.95Compact self-braking descender, Lock off and work with minimum gear to tangle. The Petzl Rig is a proven performer for the zip line and ropes course construction industry. Learn More