Salewa Ergo Belay System

The Salewa Ergo Belay System is a lightweight, ergonomic belay device with assisted braking, perfect for both outdoor and indoor sport climbing. Its well - designed, intuitive shape makes sure your brake hand stays on the rope all the time. The responsive assisted blocking feature adds an extra layer of safety. You can pay out the rope faster and more smoothly without it getting blocked, and it allows for more controlled lowering. This belay system works great for both lead climbing and top roping, and it's made to be used with single ropes ranging from 8.6 to 11 mm. Features include a responsive blocking function that's easy to release, ergonomic and intuitive handling that reduces the risk of user error, fast rope feeding for lead belaying, a quick and smooth transition between locked and unlocked states, and easily controlled lowering. It offers maximum safety as the design keeps your braking hand on the rope at all times. It comes with a spare part/accessory, the 1718 HMS BELAY TWIST LOCK carabiner. Specifications: Certified to EN 15151 and UIAA 129. Suitable for rope diameters from 8.6 - 11 mm. Size for belaying and passive protection is 70x20x40mm, and it weighs 170 g. It's made of Alu 7075 T6 material.

Using the Salewa Ergo Belay System is easy. First, make sure the rope is properly threaded through the device as per the instructions. When belaying, keep your brake hand on the rope at all times to ensure safety. The responsive blocking function will activate if needed. To pay out the rope, simply use a smooth and steady motion. When lowering, control the speed carefully using the device's design for better control. For lead climbing, you'll notice it allows for faster rope feeding. As for top roping, it works equally well. Always check the certifications and make sure you're using the right rope diameter between 8.6 and 11 mm. When not in use, store it in a dry place. Periodically inspect the device for any signs of wear and tear, especially the 1718 HMS BELAY TWIST LOCK carabiner. If you notice any damage, do not use the device and replace the damaged parts.