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

In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Belay Devices & Descenders

awesome 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: reflex, 2009-02-20


I really like this device. I'ts easy to use and makes your friend's project route that much more liveable. I've use as small as a 9.7-mm rope with it and it still works fine -- just have to give it a little break and it locks. Infact, I think it works better 'cuz it allows for a dynamic catch. It is a little harder to give rope at first when you start using this, however, there are some good methods to doing it quickly.

<p>This is my problem with people and the grigri and for all autolocking devices
for the casual climber -- this totally gives a false sense of security. Slow falls, thin ropes, and light climbers can be a dangerous combination while using this device. Do some reading and get some instruction when you first use this. If you drop someone you could seriously injure them and you just don't want that to happen, so be smart.


Pontas Lace Up (Manufacturer link) Average Rating = 4.50/5 Average Rating : 4.50/5

In: Gear: Shoes: Climbing Shoes: Lace Up

great shoe 5 out of 5 stars

Review by: reflex, 2008-04-11


i went into evolv wanting the buy the pontas velcro but because i have a wide foot i ended up with the lace-ups in the past i havnt been a fan of of laces just because they take forever to take on and off(compared to velcro) but these are super easy to get on and off

the overall fit and feel is really, good sticky rubber, and moderate heal cup. be sure they are comfortable when you buy them they do not stretch out they seem to have some kind of special liner in the shoe that prevents it more then other evolv models (i had to go back and get mine stretched out)

and yes synthetic shoes smell but seriously there climbing shoes they all end up smelling bad