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autolocking - Trango Cinch

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$69.95

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specs

The Cinch is the latest in a long line of innovative belay devices introduced by Trango. We designed it with an eye for function, aesthetics and simplicity (It’s about as complicated as a door hinge.) so it offers up a secure belay for UIAA/CE certified single ropes. On smaller diameter ropes, or when holding falls that generate extremely high loads (In excess of factor 1) the Cinch acts dynamically, reducing shock loads to the belay system. In addition it will release easy and modulate fluidly while you’re rappelling or lowering off. The Cinch feeds rope easier than any other device and fits nicely in your hand.

Weight: 182 grams

US Patent # 6,843,346. International Patents Pending.

Our take...

In addition to what is recommended in the Cinch video, we recommend turning the Cinch 90 degrees before lowering to make a smoother transition. Also, we recommend only using your finger tips to feed rope out of the Cinch. If you belay with gloves, take extra caution when using the cinch. It’s easier to drop someone with a Cinch or GriGri while wearing gloves because the gloves give you a greater holding power on the lead strand.

See our article on autolock belay devices...