Petzl Ascension Handled Ascender
Brand : PetzlItem : PTZ0020
The Petzl Ascension is standard equipment for big wall climbing. Neither mud nor ice nor freezing rain will make the Ascension loosen its hold. Designed to fit single ropes between 8 and 13mm in diameter, the Ascension features a lightweight aluminum body and easy-grip handle and rope-clamp. The Petzl Ascension's ergonomic handle keeps the ascender aligned with the direction of the pull for maximum efficiency, and a self-cleaning slot removes mud, grime, and ice from the rope as you move upward. Left and right-hand versions are color coded for easy differentiating.
Price: $59.90
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Product Reviews
Petzl Ascension Handled Ascender
Great product, somewhat incompatible
The Petzl Free Spirit carabiners do not fit into the Petzl Ascender safety lock hole. Of course this was a mix of alpine equipment and aid gear but it was surprising considering they are from the same manufacturer. Not a big deal. Quality product otherwise and timely service from BackcountryStore.com. It arrived just in time for a weekend outing!
Ascenders
Products arrived in great condition and well packed. I bought both the left and the right at the same time. The only thing that would have made me happier was if there was a discount offered for buying both...but overall, a good transaction. I will likely shop here again.
Petzl Ascensions
Quality items, good packaging, nice serialization, and the best price I could find. Items were shipped timely and I'm ecstatic with the entire experience at BackcountryStore.com.
Petzl Ascension
The ascender I purchased was a right-handed unit. I took it out on my last caving venture, and loved it. The quality of the cam looks kind of cheap because it is chromed over but that didn’t affect the performance when ascending out. The chrome makes one curious about the material of the cam itself. It proved itself reliable with 230 lbs of weight dangling on the device. The hand grip is comfortable. I recommend getting the left-hand unit as well, especially if placing dependency primarily at the hands to climb. I plan on purchasing the left-hand unit next week. Both would really make a climb safer for those depending mainly on the ascender and having limited grip at the feet. I was able to shoot out of muddy cave entrance with great ease using the Ascension.
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Great product - comfortable, seem to be built strongly, so far have worked flawlessly. Great price.
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