Petzl - Ascension Ascender (Right-Handed)

Lightweight and versatile ascender for mountaineering, caving or any activity involving rope work it can also be used for self-belay or hauling gear.

Anodized aluminum shell is lightweight, durable and corrosion resistant. Ergonomically contoured polyethylene-coated grip provides a sure hold, even with heavy gloves and keeps hands from freezing and sticking in cold weather.

The wide, flared rope slot allows smooth action while climbing while the chrome-plated, spring-loaded steel cam opens wide for easy rope insertion knurled release lever offers easy, one-thumb operation. For use on single ropes ranging from 8 to 13 mm in diameter.

Backup safety lug keeps rope from pulling cam through the top of the ascender in the event of a shock load

Includes upper and lower carabiner attachment holes; lower hole rated to 20kN; instructions included for use with other gear in hauling and self belay.

CE-UIAA certified.

Three-year warranty.