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Petzl Grigri Belay Device

Item #PTZ0143 | 18 in Stock
3 Star Rating

Good for beginners... and yet.

By Backcountry.com Employee May 28, 2008

I like the auto locking feature for beginner climbers/belayers, it's a great safety feature. I just worry, and my personal experience confirms that, using a Grigri or other auto-locking device makes people lazy and careless: taking break hands off the rope, not watching the climber, or worse. I suggest weaning the beginner off the use of these devices very quickly.

Helpful Votes: 1 Yes | 0 No

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Tech Specs:

Auto Locking:
Yes 
Strength:
Not specified 
Recommended Use:
Sport climbing, aid climbing 
Weight:
7.9oz (225g) 
Warranty:
3 Years 
Country of Origin:
France (Includes Monaco) 

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