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Reviews by tonydevo (5)
Sum Auto Belay Device (Manufacturer link)
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Average Rating : 4.17/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Belay Devices & Descenders
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Review by: tonydevo, 2005-08-25
The SUM really shines while sport climbing with a 9.1-9.7mm rope. It offers easy feeding of rope and solid but not harsh catch. The SUM will not damage the rope even after a factor 2 fall, so it can be used for multi pitch sport or well protected trad routes. Lowering is smooth and controlled with the push down handle and has less chance of dropping a climber when in the hands of a new belayer. All in all a nice device and a good alternative to the GriGri and the Cinch.
Superfly Carabiner - Wiregate (Manufacturer link)
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Average Rating : 4.65/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Carabiners: Non-Locking Carabiners: Wire Biners
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Review by: tonydevo, 2004-06-01
excellent light biner, easy gate operation, good radius for a ultralight,reasonably priced
Kwik Bolt II 316 Stainless Steel (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 3.60/5
In: Gear: Add-On Climbing Gear: Bolts and Hangers
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Review by: tonydevo, 2004-06-01
These are a cost effective,safe and durable anchor system for medium to hard rock. Easy to install and come in various sizes and diameters.
Ring Anchor Stainless (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 4.50/5
In: Gear: Add-On Climbing Gear: Bolts and Hangers
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Review by: tonydevo, 2004-06-01
A brilliant cost effective achor system! Superior to quicklinks and more durable. Simple to install and very functional.
Removable bolts
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Average Rating : 3.50/5
In: Gear: Archive
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Review by: tonydevo, 2004-06-01
I've used and experiemented with the various sizes from 1/4"-5/8". I found them hard to place and set securely and very tought to extract after being loaded. This product seems more suited for construction than climbing but could have some limited application. If you were to be drilling on lead these might provide a method of quicker installation, drill 3/8" shallow hole--place RB--sit on it and drill a full length bolt--surely better than a hook!
