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The Edelrid Pinch is an innovative assisted braking belay device designed for single and multi-pitch sport climbing.
Uniquely, the Pinch can be attached directly to the belay loop of your climbing harness (if the belay loop is less than 3/4 inch wide). This reduces the distance of the device from the body and keeps it in a more stable position and orientation from which to belay. It also allows you to pay out (or take in) an extra 20-30 cm of slack at a time.
During lowering and abseiling, the rope runs through the steel bring grooves at the front of the device to increase friction on thin ropes and reduce rope curling and tangling. In addition to using the release lever, the speed of lowering can be controlled by the pressure of the braking hand, which contributes to increased braking rope control, especially when using thin, soft ropes.
The anti-panic function provides added safety not only for beginners. A special feature is the integrated second braking tier, which enables controlled lowering by pulling the lowering lever further when securing particularly light persons or in systems with high rope friction. Users and experienced rope access technicians can permanently deactivate the anti-panic function using a screw supplied.
Another plus: When used on multi-pitch lengths, the Pinch is the only device on the market that can be attached to the belay station in four different directions in 90° increments. This means that the belay lever can always be brought into a position in which it can be operated freely.
Would you like to try on some climbing shoes, running shoes or mountain boots for size before you make your purchase? If so, then why not book an appointment with us today! We can offer you a bespoke one-on-one shopping experience with one of our experienced staff members.
Would you like to try on some climbing shoes, running shoes or mountain boots for size before you make your purchase? If so, then why not book an appointment with us today! We can offer you a bespoke one-on-one shopping experience with one of our experienced staff members.
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