"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been belaying with the BOW on everything from gym sessions to sport crags, and it’s become my go-to. It feeds rope faster than most assisted braking devices I’ve used, and at just 71 grams, it basically disappears on the harness. Plus, the ergonomic design is intuitive for all skill levels."" When we need reliable belay performance session after session, the Ocun BOW Assisted Braking Belay Device delivers. Whether we’re catching repeated whips on the project or managing a smooth lower after a clean send, the BOW gives us the security and control we expect—with the added bonus of being incredibly lightweight. At just 71 grams, the BOW is one of the lightest assisted braking belay devices out there, and it still manages to deliver impressive performance and durability. Made with a robust metal insert and impact-resistant body, it’s built for the wear and tear of gym sessions and outdoor days alike. It’s smooth feeding and lowering make rope handling feel effortless, while its ergonomic design fits comfortably in the hand—even when we’re belaying all day. From beginners to seasoned climbers, this device meets us where we are."
Price: $39.95 from Backcountry
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| $39.95 | Visit Store |
Compact, multi-purpose crash pad intended primarily for sit starts. Also serves as an accessory to large crash pads.
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The safest sling for self-belaying in the anchor. It is alsovery user friendly. Its brake is designed to enable easy length adjustment. Depending on what you need, your sling can be 20...