Belay & Rappel Devices
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Rothco®Figure 8™ Black 44.5 kN Climbing Ring (275)Figure 8™ Black 44.5 kN Climbing Ring by Rothco®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Made in USAThoroughly tested through the manufacturing process$62.66 - Rothco®Rescue Figure 8™ Black 44.5 kN Climbing Ring (375)Rescue Figure 8™ Black 44.5 kN Climbing Ring by Rothco®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured...Made in USAThoroughly tested through the manufacturing process$80.33
Belaying and rappelling are the basic skills that beginner rock climbers gain early while training. These skills are essential to safe climbing and it goes without saying that they need to be mastered, but the proper belay & rappel equipment is equally important. Belays are simple devices, but they do a crucial job of braking the rope, thus ensuring the safety of climbing. Rappelling is a dangerous and stressful technique. Quality rappelling gear not only guarantees safety, but also takes part of stress out of the equation.
When it comes to Belay & Rappel Devices, there are plenty of options on the market. The plate-style, tubular, self-locking mechanism, and figure eight are the major types of belay systems. The first one is suitable for any type of climbing. A tube style, which is rather common today, has evolved from this type. Its construction supposes the rope to be folded and pushed through and secured by means of a carabiner. If you are fond of caving or are involved in search & rescue jobs, figure eight devices are right for you. All these pieces of equipment differ in material, ease of handling, etc., and whatever you needs are, you can easily find the right options here.
