PETZL GriGri - Self-braking belay device
The GRIGRI's self-braking function helps the belayer catch and hold a climber, making it great for working routes. Works equally well for lead climbing and top roping. Ergonomic design makes for smooth, controllable lowers. Also great for rappelling on single ropes - perfect for setting and cleaning routes.
Self-braking system: If the rope suddenly comes under tension (e.g. in a fall), the cam pivots to pinch the rope, thus helping the belayer stop the climber's fall
Usage is similar to that of conventional belay devices:
- Paying out rope is done using both hands
- Arresting a fall is done by holding the free end of the rope
- For lowering and rappelling, the rate of descent is controlled by the hand holding the free end of the rope (the rope is released with the handle).
Weight: 225 g
Materials:
- Aluminum side plates
- Stainless steel cam and friction plate
- Reinforced nylon lever arm
*For use with single ropes between 10 and 11 mm in diameter*
