Petzl

The Footape foot loop is designed for aid climbing, mountaineering and caving but is also suitable for multi-pitch climbing. The Footape is intended to be used with the Ascension or Basic ascenders. A mini DoubleBack buckle allows for quick and easy adjustment of the length of the foot loop. The foot loop is made of reinforced nylon webbing making it durable, comfortable and easy to use.

The Petzl Pitagor evacuation triangle is designed for rescue operations and cable lift evacuations. The ergonomic shape of the seat and the presence of shoulder straps makes suspension more comfortable than with a classic evacuation triangle. Color-coding differentiates the back and seat, as well as the closure system, making it easier to put on the evacuee. The high-strength TPU tarp material allows regular to intensive use.

The Petzl Twin is a highly efficient double prussik pulley. This has special side plates for use with a prussik friction hitch. Large diameter sheave (51mm) mounted on ball bearings for low friction, high efficiency. The clipping slot is large enough to accept 3 typical karabiners.

The Petzl Vertex U shaped rear adjustment

This has special side plates for use with a prussik friction hitch. Large diameter sheave (51mm) mounted on ball bearings for low friction, high efficiency. The clipping slot is large enough to accept 3 typical karabiners. For use with 7 to 13mm ropes.

The Petzl Fakir Crampon Bag carrying bag is designed for carrying crampons but this zippered nylon compartment is also great for carrying screws, extra picks and other ice walking equipment. A reinforced, semi-rigid bottom protects your pack from sharp tips while a mesh top panel which allows water to escape and your equipment to dry, preventing rust. An internal strap keeps the crampons in place.

The Petzl Voltige Chest is a n easy to use, compact and non-adjustable chest harness for support while hanging and rappelling. Use only with a seat harness. Designed for caving and aid climbing the Voltige harness is also good for mountaineering and multi-pitch climbing.

The Petzl Ascentree is a clamp for ascending trees using double ropes and footlocks or pantin foot ascenders. The cam is chrome-plated steel with angled teeth and self-cleaning slot to grip the rope even when muddy or icy. It is integrated into the clamp to stop rubbing.

The Petzl Rocpec Drill is a hand drill designed for aid climbers and cavers. The drill accepts SDS drill bits and can drill holes of varying depths and diameters for all types of anchors. The lightweight drill is easy to set-up and dismantle and doesn't need additional tools.

The Gemini double pulley features special side plates which are designed for use with a Prussik friction hitch in lightweight progress capture systems. Designed with parallel mounted sheaves and an auxiliary attachment point for creating different types of hauling systems, even the most complex and technical of hauling systems.

Petzl's Perfo Spe Anchor Driver is a hand drill for use with 8mm self drilling anchors such as the Petzl Cheville. It is compact and lightweight, with a pivoting handle to assist with grip in damp cave conditions. Petzl have instructions for use with the Cheville expansion bolts here

The Coudee is a simple hanger for use with 8mm spits that holds the karabiner or maillon perpendicular to the rock, thus reducing rope abrasion. This is useful for situations where a pitch is to be rigged as a pull through, but could increase wear on karabiners if the rope is to be re-ascended. In this situation, a Vrillee twist hangerwould be better.

The Petzl Vrillee Twist Hanger is a simple hanger for 8mm bolts with a twist so that it holds a karabiner parallel to the rock. This can be an advantage in places where the rope is likely to be re-ascended rather than pulled through, although it can cause the rope to rub on the rock in certain placements.

The Petzl Secur is a shoulder strap system for positioning the Croll chest rope clamp and attach to Avao Sit, Falcon, Falcon Ascent and Sequoia SRT harnesses.

The Petzl 5 Bar Rack is an update of the classic brake bar descender. The design and configuration of the bars makes setting up and inserting the rope easy. The device allows the user to adjust the number of bars engaged on the rope to obtain the necessary the amount of friction while descending to adapt to changing conditions such as rope weight, terrain, etc. The rack is designed to use on long descents on single or double ropes.

The Petzl Fifi suspension hook is ideal for aid climbing. Hook in to rest with the Fifi and it will automatically release on upwards movement, reducing awkward unclipping manoeuvres. Lower carabiner hole for connecting a lanyard, etriers, or haul bag.

The lightweight Mini Prussik pulley can handle big loads but is small enough to take almost anywhere or be carried on the harness. The Mini features special side plates which are designed for use with a Prussik friction hitch in lightweight progress capture systems. The aluminium sheave is mounted on sealed ball bearings which provides excellent efficiency.

The Petzl Basic ascender is a lightweight, compact and multi-purpose ascender that works great for hauling systems, ascending fixed lines or as self-protection when climbing with a fixed rope. A self cleaning cam and angled teeth ensure a secure grip on the rope.

The Petzl Shunt works as a rappel back-up and is used below the rappel device. The Shunt replaces self-jamming knots like the Prussik and works on single and double ropes. The Shunt has smooth clamping surfaces which won't damage your rope. Designed for multi-pitch climbing and aid climbing the Shunt can also be used for mountaineering.

The Petzl Looping is a 4-step etrier designed for aid climbing and mountaineering but can also be used for multi-pitch climbing and caving. Wide, reinforced nylon webbing makes placing your feet easy while providing abrasion resistance.

The Petzl Ultralegere is one of lightest pulleys available at just 10g. The Ultralegere is s a simple nylon sheave that can be installed on a symmetrically shaped carabiner with ropes between 7 and 13mm.

The Petzl Oscillante Swing Cheek weighs next to nothing at just 42g. The Oscillante can be used in crevasse rescue systems or improvised hauling systems and quickly and easily installs due to its swinging side plates. The nylon sheave and aluminum side plates give an excellent strength to weight ratio.

The Gradistep is a 5-step etrier which folds into a storage pouch. Stiffened loops make it easier to place your feet. Designed for aid climbing and multi-pitch climbing the Gradistep is also good for mountaineering.

The Petzl Podium Comfort Seat has been designed for use with a fall arrest or work positioning harness and comes with a self-locking adjustable webbing attachment strap and rigid side pieces for maximum comfort.

The Petzl Freino is a twist-lock karabiner that incorporates an integral braking system for improving friction on descenders and belay devices. Works extremely well with the Grigri when using slimmer ropes such as the Beal Booster, which can normally be a struggle. The Freino is ideal for adding or adjusting friction during descents.

The Petzl Vertigo Wire Lock is a lightweight alloy double-action locking karabiner for Via Ferratas. The gate is opened by pulling the sprung barrel down with your fingers, so its easy and fast but much safer than a snap gate. It also has a wide gate opening and easy grip shape.

The Petzl Sky Hook & Sling is a wide hook for aiding designed for larger features, bars and holes, also known as the Goutte D'Eau.

The Petzl Ouistiti Full Body harness has been designed to be used by small children who may not have well-defined enough hip to latch onto a regular sit harness. The full body design of the Ouistiti is necessary to ensure the child's safety and is an ideal harness for sport climbing, via ferrata and even caving.

The Petzl Stop is a popular choice of descender, thanks to it being easy to use and having the backup of the automatic brake (remember to lock it off if you've stopped though!). It can also be used instead of a chest jammer in an emergency on short pitches. The downside is that it can get a bit warm on long descents of a dry rope (think Alum pot North West) so take a squeezy bottle of water with you!

The Fixe is a lightweight and compact pulley that is quick to install on the rope. Designed for use in hauling systems and deviations it offers a good balance between weight and strength. The Fixe has fixed side plates which allow for quick installation and coupling with a rope clamp. The 21mm aluminium sheave is mounted on self-lubricating bushings for greater efficiency.