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ATC-XP Belay Device (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.46/5 Average Rating : 4.46/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Belay Devices & Descenders

Review 4 out of 5 stars

Review by: abouttopeel, 2004-07-27


Multi-function ATC that allows for either a friction side belay/rappell or a smooth one. My girlfriend who is 40 pounds lighter than me likes to use this when belaying me.


Grigri Belay Device (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.24/5 Average Rating : 4.24/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Belay Devices & Descenders

Review 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: abouttopeel, 2004-07-27


A tried and true piece of equipement. My girlfriend loves it for belaying me, saving her arms for climbing. It's also nice to know that there's an extra safety factor there.


Elios Helmet (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.33/5 Average Rating : 4.33/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Helmets

Review 4 out of 5 stars

Review by: abouttopeel, 2004-07-27


Very comfortable helmet to wear. It's also very easy to adjust.


Mythos (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.61/5 Average Rating : 4.61/5

In: Gear: Shoes: Climbing Shoes: Lace Up

Review 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: abouttopeel, 2004-07-27


Two thumbs up. The most comfortable, best edging, smearing and basically all around shoe that I have used. I really like the small toe box that enables the climber to toe stick some small pockets.


Reverso 3 Belay/Rappel Device (Manufacturer link) popular Average Rating = 4.38/5 Average Rating : 4.38/5

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Belay Devices & Descenders

Review 4 out of 5 stars

Review by: abouttopeel, 2004-07-27


The Reverso is sweet for auto locking off a second, the one drawback is not really being able to lower a second after the auto locking has occured.