ProClimb Figure 8 Descender - Stainless Steel, 50 kN, Bent Ear Design
ProClimb's stainless steel figure 8 descender rated to 50 kN, with bent ears to stop the rope girth-hitching.
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What we liked
- + 50 kN stainless steel build suits heavy rescue and rope access use
- + Bent ear design helps prevent accidental rope lock-off
- + Stainless steel resists wear better than aluminum descenders
Trade-offs
- - Stainless steel is much heavier than aluminum 8s for climbing trips
- - Rescue-style rigging device, so recreational climbers may not need it
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