GriGri + - Climbing Belay Device

Description

The GriGri + takes the popular GriGri and adds a number of extra safety features as well as increasing the level of control the belayer has over the rope. This makes the GriGri + perfect for beginners however the steel wear plate will also appeal to seasoned climbers as it dramatically increases the life of the device. 

The main feature introduced on the GriGri + is the choice in belay mode. The device can be switched between lead and top-roping modes. This switch changes the amount of friction that is required before the assisted break kicks in. In top-rope mode, very little friction is needed at all meaning the assisted break kicks in very early. Lead mode is similar to the standard GriGri which lets the belayer pay out slack. 

It also features an anti-panic handle which cuts out if the leaver is pulled too far in the "open" position while lowering a climber. To re-engage the handle after this has kicked in you simply let go of the handle and start to pull again. 

Increased decending control has been achieved by refining camming angles and the erginomics of the handle while the steel wear plate extends the life of the device. 

Petzl GriGri + Features:

• Belay device with assisted braking for indoors and outdoors, designed for all climbers:
  - hand motions are the same as with classic belay systems: both hands on the rope. A fall is stopped by tightening the hand on the free end of the rope
  - can be used with all single ropes, and optimized for 8.9 to 10.5 mm diameters
  - diagrams for rope installation engraved on belay device (interior and exterior)
  - great durability, for intensive use, thanks to the stainless steel wear plate
• Exceptional comfort during the descent, thanks to the very controlled progression of the rope feed
• Particularly suitable for learning:
  - anti-panic handle: if the user pulls too hard on the handle, the anti-panic function brakes and stops the descent
  - choice of belay mode, top-rope or lead, thanks to the selection knob: top-rope belay mode facilitates taking up slack and makes for a more comfortable belay
  - option of locking the belay mode

Specification

Video

GRIGRI+ Belay device with assisted braking and anti-panic handle from Petzl-sport on Vimeo.