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Petzl Grigri 2 Belay Device
Looking for a way to climb with my 12 year old belaying. I'm...
By Audra
Ranked #109 - Belay and Rappel Devices
February 7, 2012
Looking for a way to climb with my 12 year old belaying. I'm also (very very) new to climbing and don't trust myself yet. From what I'm reading, if she happens to drop the rope the same time that I fall, this device will stop the fall and she would have time to collect her wits before letting me down? Thanks!
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By Dave Marcus
Ranked #10 - Belay and Rappel Devices
February 7, 2012
The Grigri will automatically stop the rope. But, you should also focus on safety with your daughter and impress upon her that she should never, EVER take her brake hand off of the rope. Go to a local gym and take a lesson indoors, where the consequences are a bit lower, before climbing on your own.
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