Ascenders & Descenders

Compact self-braking descender designed for rope access work (expert users only.) Multi-functional handle allows the user to unblock the rope and control the descent with the hand on the free end of the rope and position himself while on the rope without tying off the device.

Price Range:
$170.00 - $180.00

Self-braking descender with anti-panic function for rescue. Designed for rescue: lacks a gate.

Price:
$235.00

Cam-loaded rope clamp. Removable axle can be used to install or remove the clamp at any point on the rope. Locking pin: reduces the risk of undoing the system accidentally.

Price:
$61.95

Cam-loaded rope clamp with removable axle can be used to install or remove the clamp at any point on the rope. Locking pin: reduces the risk of undoing the system accidentally.

Price:
$64.95

Forged and double-anodized for an extra-durable finish, our Rescue 8 is larger than a regular Figure 8. It's designed specifically for rappelling and lowering heavier loads in rescue situations. The l...

Price:
$42.00

The BMS MICRO-RACK was originally designed for the caving community and has become the device of choice for both expedition and recreational cavers in the US. These closed frame racks offer increased ...

Price Range:
$87.75 - $94.40

Gibbs Ascenders provide excellent performance under the most adverse conditions, even with muddy or iced ropes. They are widely used by rescue teams as mechanical Prusiks in systems and rappels. The s...

Price Range:
$55.00 - $72.00

The Most Advanced Escape Descent Control Device Available UL Classified to NFPA 1983 - Escape The Escape Artist offers what most other escape devices do not -- a hands-free edge transition and a ...

Price:
$124.00

years of research and testing by Rick Lipke and the design team at Conterra. It was born out of the need for a small, simple device that could easily control heavy rescue loads, as well as excel at pick offs, twin rope systems and other general rescue techniques.

Price Range:
$99.95 - $249.95

Designed for ascending and occasionally for hauling.

Price:
$74.95

Ventral rope clamp used with the ASCENSION rope clamp for ascending a rope. Toothed cam with self-cleaning slot optimizes performance under any conditions (e.g. frozen or dirty ropes.)

Price:
$64.95

Personal escape system with anchor hook adapted for locations where the possibility of finding an anchor point is uncertain. Multi-purpose anchor hook can be used around a structure, locked with a clove hitch, on a window ledge or as a last resort. Technora (aramid fiber) 7.5 mm static rope, resists abrasion and high temperatures. Self-braking system for rapid horizontal movement, going through a window, controlling and stopping a descent, limiting the force transmitted to the user in case of a fall. Meta-aramid carry-bag for transporting and attaching the system directly to the harness.

Price:
$440.00

Adjustable webbing foot loop. Attaches to the ASCENSION rope clamp for rope ascents. Underfoot strap is abrasion-resistant and is slightly rigid to make it easier to step into. Length easily adjusted with the DoubleBack buckle.

Price:
$29.95

Belay device with assisted braking for 8.9 to 11 mm rope. The GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking is designed to facilitate belay maneuvers. The GRIGRI 2 works equally well for lead climbing and top roping. It may be used on all single dynamic 8.9 to 11 mm ropes on the market (ideal at 9.4 mm to 10.3 mm).

Price:
$99.95

Figure 8 descender Square shape to reduce kinking the ropes and formation of a lark's head knot. Compact and lightweight.

Price:
$17.95

A figure-eight descender with anti-burn grip.
The square shape of this PETZL figure-eight descender reduces twisting of the rope and the formation of lark's head knots while abseiling. The small oval...

Price:
$19.95

Self-braking descender with anti-panic function for working on fixed ropes. Designed for work on a rope & the gate on the swinging side plate helps prevent dropping the device

Price:
$235.00

Foot ascender - right and left. Used to complement CROLL, ASCENSION or ASCENTREE rope clamps. Cam facilitates passage of the rope through the device, even on the first few meters. Toothed cam with self-cleaning slot optimizes performance under any conditions (e.g. frozen or dirty ropes.)

Price:
$79.95

Descender for canyoning. The 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.

Price:
$35.95

Back-up rope clamp. Used below the rappel device, the SHUNT works as a rappel back-up and replaces self-jamming knots, like the Prusik. Works on single and double ropes. Easy to install on the rope. Smooth clamping surfaces won't damage rope. May be used to ascend single or doubled rope.

Price:
$69.95

Self-braking descender for single rope. One of the most popular devices for cave descents worldwide. Offers exceptional control and versatility, while the self-braking function facilitates on-rope maneuvers.

Price:
$125.00

In a bind, this ultra-lightweight ascender can be used to build hauling systems or as a Prusik-replacement in self-rescue situations.

Price:
$30.95

Rock Exotica's MicroEight features side ears that let you easily vary friction, accommodate a wide range of rope sizes and are super easy to tie off.

Price:
$20.95

Rock Exotica's MiniEight features side ears that let you easily vary friction, accommodate a wide range of rope sizes and are super easy to tie off.

Price:
$20.95

Rock Exotica's RescueEight is the traditional rescue 8 shape but made with Rock Exotica's quality manufacturing abilities.

Price:
$51.95

Rock Exotica's Totem, designed by Rich Carlson, is a piece of hardware that any level canyoneer should be equipped with.

Price Range:
$41.95 - $43.95

SMC offers the components of their Brake Bar Racks separately for the user that wants a rigging other than the standard assemblies that we offer. Welded eye on the frame is rated over 10,000 lbs (44kN...

Price Range:
$9.20 - $53.50

Assembled SMC Brake Bar Racks using the SMC 6 Bar Rack frame, SMC Tie-Off Bar, and 5 stainless steel bars. Generally, the stainless steel bars will provide longer wear and avoid aluminum deposits on y...

Price Range:
$138.20 - $138.40

SMC’s new Compact U Racks has many advantages over other small U racks beyond SMC's quality manufacturing. The ingenious design prevents the bars from sliding around the bottom of the rack, allowing a...

Price:
$115.60

UL Classified to NFPA 1983 Personal Escape Device The ultimate personal escape descender, the SMC Escape 8 allows a controlled rappel on ropes from 5 mm to 3/8 inch. The Escape 8 works like other Figu...

Price:
$22.00

UL Classified to NFPA 1983 - General Use With the larger diameter brake bars and the addition of the new SMC Tie-Off Bar, the SMC NFPA Brake Bar Rack passes the test for a General Use rating without t...

Price:
$121.30