Mechanical Friction Devices
Mechanical friction devices used to augment or replace friction hitches provide many options for the climber. These devices allow climbers to transition smoothly between ascent, descent, and work positioning. These devices work best when tended with a lightweight, compact chest harness.
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ISC Squirrel FLEX Rope Wrench Tether
ISC
Our Price $89.95ISC Squirrel FLEX Tether balances rigidity with flexibility for optimal climbing with the Rope Wrench.Built from high-quality kernmantle rope with advanced polymer molding. The combination of the materials provides just the right blend of flex and...ASC172- SKU:
- ASC172
- ISC Squirrel Flex Tether Manual:
- PDF Document
- ISC Squirrel Flex Tether Datasheet:
- PDF Document
Our Price $89.95 -
ART Spiderjack 3
ART
Our Price $659.99Multi-functional, self-blocking rope control device. The running rope is directly in front of the climber so it is possible to pull and feed the rope with one hand or hand over hand into the device. Turning it to the releasing position and pressing the...ASC139-3- SKU:
- ASC139-3
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Our Price $659.99 -
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Unicender
Rock Exotica
Our Price $420.00The Rock Exotica Unicender is a mechanical tree climbing device which has been helping climbers since 2005. This versatile friction device can be used both in Doubled Rope Technique (DdRT) and Single Rope Technique (SRT), the Unicender fits the way you...ASC144- SKU:
- ASC144
- Rock Exotica Unicender Manual:
- PDF Document
Our Price $420.00 -
ART Lockjack Sport w/ Swivel
ART
Our Price $596.00The Lockjack can totally replace the friction hitches used on climbing lines. The Lockjack works as both an ascender and as a descender for self-belay in the doubled rope technique (DdRT). The advantage of the Lockjack is that friction is applied to the...ASC187- SKU:
- ASC187
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- ART Lockjack Manual:
- PDF Document
Our Price $596.00 -
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ISC Apex Rope Wrench
ISC
Our Price $199.95The APEX Rope Wrench builds on the original with advanced function and convenience.An adjustable cam allows the user to select from clearly marked friction settings, to adjust to rope type and diameter. The spring-loaded cam can be adjusted in under 5...ASC171- SKU:
- ASC171
- ISC Rope Wrench Apex Manual:
- PDF Document
- ISC Rope Wrench Apex Datasheet:
- PDF Document
Our Price $199.95 -
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ISC Rope Wrench w/ 12" Tether
ISC
Our Price $175.00This package combines Rope Wrench with double-leg, 12" stiff tether. The Rope Wrench ZK-2 friction device allows climbers to ascend, descend and work the tree "Single Rope" with their favorite friction hitch. While the Rope Wrench ZK-2 is not for use as...ASC179K- SKU:
- ASC179K
Our Price $175.00 -
ART Positioner 2 with Swivel
ART
Our Price $197.99This lanyard adjuster from Advanced Rope Technology (ART) is unique in that it allows the lanyard or flipline to be lengthened even while under tension, unlike other mechanical adjusters. The Positioner grabs the rope as soon as it comes under load,...ASC164- SKU:
- ASC164
Our Price $197.99 -
ISC Rope Wrench Screw
ISC
Our Price $2.50Replacement screw for the ISC Rope Wrench.ASC179-S- SKU:
- ASC179-S
Our Price $2.50