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Petzl Nitro Shock-Absorbing Sling

Item #PTZ0063 | 0 in Stock
4 Star Rating

Expensive great shock absorbing sling

By Ranked #115 - Climbing Accessories and Training December 4, 2007

The Yates Screamers are defacto standard and most common shock absorbing slings. The Petzl Nitro, I think, does a better job at absorbing shock by design. However, it is expensive and should be used to supplement your stash of Yates Screamers. The Nitro works great with ice screws on thin, weak ice. I've fallen hard a few times and the Nitro managed to allow the ice screws from popping out, in contrast to the Yates.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
Nylon 
Strength:
(Breaking) 22kN, (force reduction) [1] 15-25%; [2] 25-40%; [3] 35-50% 
Dimensions:
[1] 20cm; [2] 24cm; [3] 16cm 
Recommended Use:
Aid and ice climbing 
Warranty:
1 Year 

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