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Ascenders / Descenders

See the entire selection of Climbing Ascenders and Descenders at nwbackpack.com. Shop all your camping, hiking and backpacking gear needs.
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"cmi Expedition Ascender

The Expedition Ascender is a perfect choice for big wall or mountaineering endeavors. Engineered for comfort, the handle opening is extra wide to accommodate gloved hands. more
$149.30Buy "cmi Expedition Ascender Now!
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"cmi Mini Descending Rack

CMI Mini racks pack many of the same functions as the larger rescue racks. Compact to save weight and perform in tight places. more
$45.60Buy "cmi Mini Descending Rack Now!
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"indy Descender

When rappelling long distances, carrying or lowering heavy loads, or doing high angle work, you need a rappel device that has autolocking capabilities. more
$125.95Buy "indy Descender Now!
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"robot Descender

A versatile piece of gear in the vertical world. Some of its many uses include a belay device, rappel device, in place of a pulley in a z-drag system and the list goes on. more
$22.45Buy "robot Descender Now!
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ABC Ascenders

Our patented ascenders are strong, work on ropes from 8mm to 13mm and come with a patented lever that, when suppressed, allows for safe and easy down climbing without removing the ascender from the rope. more
$43.16Buy ABC Ascenders Now!
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Abc Decelerator Anodized

The Decelerator is extremely smooth on rappel, locks off a falling climber quickly, and feeds rope like a dream. more
$12.11Buy Abc Decelerator Anodized Now!
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Cmi Caving Racks

Designed as a personal descending device or for lowering large loads in rescue situations. Available in four styles. more
$73.55Buy Cmi Caving Racks Now!
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Cmi Double Handle Expedition Ascender

Looking for some extra gripping power? CMI's Double-handled Expedition Ascender is your solution! Two handles let both hands get in on the lifting action, making going up almost as easy as going down. more
$121.90Buy Cmi Double Handle Expedition Ascender Now!
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Cmi High Roller Edge Protector

The first edge-roller to utilize rollers turning on sealed ball bearings for incredibly smooth rope pulls and the least amount of friction possible. more
$59.92Buy Cmi High Roller Edge Protector Now!
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Cmi Rescue Swivel

CMI's Rescue Swivel helps to eliminate twisting in critical lines due to load rotation. Its 9000lb (40kN) MBS gives you piece of mind when moving the heaviest of loads, and its sealed ball bearing will keep it operating smoothly for years. more
$69.60Buy Cmi Rescue Swivel Now!
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Cmi Ropewalker Ascender

The CMI Ropewalker accomodates from 7/16 - 5/8" rope and makes flipline adjustment quick and easy. more
$53.22Buy Cmi Ropewalker Ascender Now!
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Cmi Ultrascender

For rugged use and exceptional strength, the CMI Ultrascenders are the obvious choice. These are the strongest ascenders on the market. more
$102.03Buy Cmi Ultrascender Now!
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Edelrid Eddy Belay Device

The Eddy is the perfect belaying device for sport and indoor climbing by experts and novices alike. The revolutionary Eddy is simple and safe to use. more
$94.56Buy Edelrid Eddy Belay Device Now!
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Footer-ascender Sling

Adjustable foot sling for ascending a rope. Increase your rope climbing efficiency! Reinforced under boot for long life durability. more
$17.95Buy Footer-ascender Sling Now!
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Ghost Multi-use Belay Device

The Kong Ghost is ideal for all your climbing adventures. From multi pitch at Zion to alpine climbing in Alaska. more
$25.15Buy Ghost Multi-use Belay Device Now!
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Hydrobot Anodized

Another innovative Kong product that answers a common problem in canyoneering. You can easily remove the rope from the device without having to remove the Hydrobot from your harness. more
$35.95Buy Hydrobot Anodized Now!
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Jacob Etrier

This 5 step etrier is comfortable and durable. Steps are made super tough and are designed to stay open for easy climbing. more
$33.25Buy Jacob Etrier Now!
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Kong Back-up Locking Device: Kong Back-up Locking Device

Fall arrester for working at height. The Back-Up is a helping hand for work positioning and safety. Due to its special design it can withstand the strongest stress of a factor 2 fall. more
$152.95Buy Kong Back-up Locking Device: Kong Back-up Locking Device Now!
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Kong Duck Rope Clamp: Duck Rope Clamp/microascender

Kong design continues to inspire. Simplicity and function. The Duck is a rope clamp ascender that completely surrounds the rope or webbing for safety. more
$58.45Buy Kong Duck Rope Clamp: Duck Rope Clamp/microascender Now!
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Kong Futura Ascenders

Weight: 125 gramsRope Diameter:9mm-13mmCE Certified more
$71.95Buy Kong Futura Ascenders Now!
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Kong Rope And Chest Ascenders

Hand weight: 225 gramsChest weight: 160 gramsCE and UIAA Certified more
$62.95Buy Kong Rope And Chest Ascenders Now!
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Locker Auto Blocking Device

Guided type fall arrester and work positioning device. Use on 11 mm ropes (recommended Singing Rock Static 11) Integrated cam for blocking in required position. more
$107.95Buy Locker Auto Blocking Device Now!
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Steel Lanyard

Made from plastic covered steel cable. Extra durability over edges or in heavy use areas where a traditional textile lanyard just won't do. more
$22.45Buy Steel Lanyard Now!
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Twin Arborist Expedition (cmi Twin Arborist Expedition)

The Twin Expedition is the first. It is intuitive and easy to use, has redundant safety features, and is the first single-handled dual ascender on the market to use one finger to actuate both cams for one handed downward adjustability. more
$123.18Buy Twin Arborist Expedition (cmi Twin Arborist Expedition) Now!
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"kong Chest Ascender

Hand weight: 225 gramsChest weight: 160 gramsCE and UIAA Certified more
$52.15item is temporarily out of stock
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Steel Caving Ladder

Steel cable with aluminum rungs. Can be used in ropes courses, caving, or emergency preparedness kits. more
$109.38item is temporarily out of stock

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