The petzl tibloc is an incredibly light, super compact, versatile ascender that is ideal for alpine use, rope ascents and emergency situations. Sit in the harness then push directly on the lower tibloc to slide it up the rope. Press your thumb against the tiblocs spine after which your weight can be applied. Tiblocrecto b01 tibloc b01 80 mm 78 mm 77 mm 76 mm 75 mm. The petzl tibloc is one of the lightest and most compact ascending devices out there. This method is limited to experts having a good understanding of the relationship between risks and advantages, who are capable of evaluating the difficulties and objective risks of the terrain with respect to the technical abilities of the climbers involved.
Jan 19, 2017 ascend a wet or icy climbing rope with the bachmann knot its knot of the week hd duration. Petzl tibloc ascender in stock the petzl tibloc ultralight ascender serves so many purposes that it has a place on nearly any long rock climb, aid climb, or alpine climb. Petzl s tibloc ascender is that piece of gear that gives you peace of mind. It works as a virtual printer and can convert anything to pdf that you can print. A tibloc can chew the hell out of a rope if its carelessly used. Petzl tibloc ultralight ascender outdoor gear exchange. Download the free pdf converter and create pdf files from any application with pdf creator. Mar 02, 2011 a tibloc can chew the hell out of a rope if its carelessly used. Best of all, pdf creator is absolutely free for anyone to use. Once installed on the rope, the spring actuated collar helps engage the tibloc assist. Partners climbing together with a taut rope is an especially dangerous technique.
Petzl tibloc ascender climbing hardware mountain equipment. Can be used as a progress capture device in a hauling system. This compact, one piece, mechanical ascender replaces tedious prussik slings for ascending a fixed rope whether you are scrapin your way back to the high point after a fall. All users must be trained and competent in the use of the equipment for these activities. Use each tibloc with an attache or amd locking carabiner for an easytograb handhold. In a bind, this ultralightweight ascender can be used to build hauling systems or as a frictionknot replacement in selfrescue situations. Use this sturdy, chromeplated steel unit as a prusik replacement or as a progress capture device within a hauling system. The design uses a ushaped plated steel shell with a diagonal slot.
Personally, i think the main advantage of a tibloc over a prussikkleimheist is on icey ropes. The use of an ascenderprogressive capture device, like the petzl tibloc, on one of the intermediate points can protect the leader from receiving too hard of a pull on his rope in case of a fall by the second. Can be used as a rope ascender or a progress capture device in a hauling system. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Shop the best selection of ascenders and descenders at, where youll find premium outdoor gear and clothing and experts to guide you through selection. A tibloc also works nicely as a progress capture ratchet in a rescue z rig or for casual day pack hauling. Petzl tibloc combined safety solutions safety equipment. Extremely compact and lightweight, the tibloc is an emergency rope clamp for ascending ropes or setting up hauling systems. The petzl tibloc is a lightweight alternative to the prussic knot or mechanical ascender. The fall will be held by the tibloc, without direct intervention by the leader. If the tibloc has a good bite on the rope, it wont slip, which is what shreds the sheath. Tibloc compact emergency ascender in a bind, this ultralightweight ascender can be used to build hauling systems or as a prusikreplacement in selfrescue situations. It is much more efficient and easier to use than a prussic knot so for many circumstances is a better option.
A tibloc also works nicely as a progress capture ratchet in a rescue z rig or for casual hauling on long routes or at the crux. The usage of such a device should not be considered a belay. Pdfcreator allows you to convert files to pdf, merge and rearrange pdf files, create digital signatures and more. We started rappelling in the dark and got off route on the rappels. The petzl tibloc is an ultralightweight ascender that is ideal for emergency situations to build hauling systems or as a prusikreplacement in selfrescue situations features. Fire sale petzl tibloc ascender in a bind, this ultralightweight ascender can be used to build hauling systems or as a frictionknot replacement in selfrescue situations. Its tactical imminent threat solutions 882,948 views. Works best with an oval or hms carabiner with a round body. Step up in the footloop and slide the chest tibloc up the rope.
The petzl tibloc is an ultralightweight ascender that is ideal for emergency situations to build hauling systems or as a prusikreplacement in selfrescue situations. Simulclimbing with a tibloc from petzl climbing magazine. It does a great job grabbing icy ropes and is very compact and lightweight. But the petzl tibloc is so trivially small and so trivially light yet so incredibly useful for building such systems especially for crevasse rescue that it rates five stars for sure. It can also be combined with a pulley to build a full rescue or selfrescue setup. Apr 16, 2010 the petzl tibloc is one of the lightest and most compact ascending devices out there. The ultralight and very compact petzl tibloc rope clamp grab is ideal for rope ascents, hauling systems or friction knot replacement in selfrescue situations. The best tip for preserving your rope is to fully engaged and disengage the tibloc on each move.
The tibloc can be used as an emergency ascender on single rope up to 11mm ive used it on 12mm with no probs. Petzls tibloc ascender is that piece of gear that gives you peace of mind. The petzl tibloc is an ultralight and very compact emergency ascender used for rope ascents, hauling systems or friction knot replacement in selfrescue situations. The petzl technical institute operates out of petzls north american headquartersa 15,000 sqft stateoftheart technical training center located in the heart of utahs salt lake valley. Oct 25, 2016 the use of an ascenderprogressive capture device, like the petzl tibloc, on one of the intermediate points can protect the leader from receiving too hard of a pull on his rope in case of a fall by the second. Tibloc has an automatic system that presses the carabiner against the rope to start. Two years later, the petzl tibloc would hit the market. Ultralight and very compact ascender for rope ascents, hauling systems or friction knot replacement in selfrescue situations. Chromeplated steel cam with angled teeth and selfcleaning slot securely grips the rope, even in muddy or icy conditions. Progression with a taut rope using a tibloc petzl usa. We dont share your credit card details with thirdparty sellers, and we dont sell your information to others. Carry a couple of tiblocs clipped to your harness on your next multipitch trad climb or glacier crossing. Can be used as a rope ascender or a progress capture device in a hauling system automatic system presses the carabiner against the rope to start the braking action on the rope in any position ultralight 35 g and very compact. Press to open modal with high resolution version of current image.
It is a chromeplated steel cam which has angled teeth and a selfcleaning slot securely grips the rope, even in muddy or icy conditions, giving you the confidence to use this ultralightweight ascender to build hauling systems or as a frictionknot replacement in selfrescue situations. Use with the ultralegere pulley for an ideal lightweight, compact emergency hauling kit. Always be ready for an unexpected situation with the ultralightweight tibloc compact emergency ascender from petzl. Shop climbing and ascenders at outdoor gear exchange. Ascend a wet or icy climbing rope with the bachmann knot its knot of the week hd duration. Climbing the rope with help from the structure use a lanyard between the harness and the tibloc. Anything attempted as a result of watching this video is at your own risk. The petzl tibloc lightweight, stainless steel ascender can be used to build hauling systems or as a prusikreplacement in selfrescue situations. Use each tibloc with an attache or amd locking carabiner for an easy hand hold. With an automatic system that presses the carabiner against the rope to start the braking action on the rope, the petzl tibloc is ideal for rope ascents, hauling systems or even for friction knot. Any misuse of this equipment will create additional dangers. The angled teeth securely grip the rope, even in muddy or icy conditions.
The petzl technical institute is a center for knowledge, discussion, and the creation of solutions for those who work and play in the vertical world. Contact petzl if you have any doubts or difficulty understanding these instructions. Purists might scoffingly assert that any mechanical advantage raisinghauling system should be built exclusively from biners and prusik cord. It is a chromeplated steel cam which has angled teeth and a selfcleaning slot securely grips the rope, even in muddy or icy conditions, giving you the confidence to use this ultralightweight ascender to build hauling systems or as a frictionknot replacement in self. Petzl general information text part informations generales petzl partie texte 10.
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