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Multi-pitch climbing

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Climbing with alternate leaders

Climbing with alternate leaders
Belaying a second with the MICRO TRAXION = danger!

Belaying a second with the MICRO TRAXION = danger!
Belaying a second with the MINI TRAXION: danger!

Belaying a second with the MINI TRAXION: danger!
To read for self-belaying

To read for self-belaying
General principles for solo climbing with a fixed belay rope

General principles for solo climbing with a fixed belay rope
Setting up a self-belay system on two ropes with two ascenders

Setting up a self-belay system on two ropes with two ascenders
Installation on one single rope with two ascenders

Installation on one single rope with two ascenders
Appendix 1: Petzl dœs not recommend using only one ascender for self-belaying.

Appendix 1: Petzl dœs not recommend using only one ascender for self-belaying.
Appendix 2: Detail of installation on two ropes with two ascenders

Appendix 2: Detail of installation on two ropes with two ascenders
Appendix 3: Detail of installation on one rope with two ascenders

Appendix 3: Detail of installation on one rope with two ascenders
Appendix 4: Precautions and introduction to risk analysis

Appendix 4: Precautions and introduction to risk analysis
Appendix 5: Analysis of solutions observed in the field - Use of a single ascender with knots in the rope.

Appendix 5: Analysis of solutions observed in the field - Use of a single ascender with knots in the rope.
Appendix 6: Analysis of solutions observed in the field. Use of one ascender and clipping into knots on a second rope

Appendix 6: Analysis of solutions observed in the field. Use of one ascender and clipping into knots on a second rope
Friction hitches

Friction hitches
Knots

Knots
PARTNER CHECK

PARTNER CHECK
How to coil the rope?

How to coil the rope?
Rope too short: warning - danger!

Rope too short: warning - danger!
Primary dangers when using a rope

Primary dangers when using a rope
Installing an equalized belay station

Installing an equalized belay station
Carabiner basics

Carabiner basics
Choice of carabiner for attaching a GRIGRI to the harness

Choice of carabiner for attaching a GRIGRI to the harness
Choice of carabiners for attaching a VERSO or REVERSO to the harness

Choice of carabiners for attaching a VERSO or REVERSO to the harness
Choice of lanyard end carabiner for a rock climbing or via ferrata lanyard

Choice of lanyard end carabiner for a rock climbing or via ferrata lanyard
Choice of carabiners for attaching the rope to the anchor

Choice of carabiners for attaching the rope to the anchor
Choice of carabiners for hauling systems and pulley attachment

Choice of carabiners for hauling systems and pulley attachment
Examples of dangerous carabiner loading.

Examples of dangerous carabiner loading.
Belaying and descending on multi-pitch climbs on a single rope

Belaying and descending on multi-pitch climbs on a single rope
Rappelling

Rappelling
Pitons

Pitons
Length of my new rope and the middle of the rope

Length of my new rope and the middle of the rope
Change in the length of my rope after use

Change in the length of my rope after use
Hauling a bag: preparation and technique

Hauling a bag: preparation and technique
Aid climbing progression

Aid climbing progression
Second climber stuck: hauling on a loaded rope

Second climber stuck: hauling on a loaded rope
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Technical news

Essential gear for multi-pitch climbing Petzl recommendations and technical information: key pages to explore PPE inspection, visit the product pages for all key information Petzl headlamps : a tale of quality Carabiner how to guide: choosing and using the right carabiner

Your equipment Multi-pitch climbing

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Advanced
Advanced Lady
SITTA High-end climbing and mountaineering harness
SIROCCO® Ultra-lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet with reinforced protection
REVERSO® 4 Ultra-light multipurpose belay/rappel device with braking adapted to different rope diameters and suppleness; Reverso mode
VOLTA® 9.2 mm Multi-type, ultra-light 9.2 mm diameter rope for classic mountaineering and elite climbing performance
Sm'D Very versatile, lightweight, compact, D-shaped locking carabiner
ANGE FINESSE Quickdraw with ultra-light ANGE carabiners
DUAL CONNECT ADJUST Double positioning lanyard with one fixed arm and one adjustable arm
PUR'ANNEAU Very lightweight sling in high-modulus polyethylene
BUG Backpack for single-day multi-pitch climbing
ACTIK® CORE Rechargeable, compact. multi-beam headlamp with red lighting, designed for outdoor activities. 350 lumens
e+LITE® Ultra-compact emergency headlamp. 50 lumens
ADJAMA Climbing and mountaineering harness with adjustable leg loops, for single and multi-pitch climbing
METEOR Lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet with reinforced protection
REVERSO® 4 Ultra-light multipurpose belay/rappel device with braking adapted to different rope diameters and suppleness; Reverso mode
RUMBA® 8.0 mm 8.0 mm diameter half rope for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering, with Duratec Dry treatment
Am’D D-shaped locking carabiner for attaching devices to a harness
SPIRIT EXPRESS Quickdraw for sport climbing
CONNECT ADJUST Single positioning lanyard with adjustable arm
ST'ANNEAU Dyneema® sling
BUG Backpack for single-day multi-pitch climbing
e+LITE® Ultra-compact emergency headlamp. 50 lumens
ACTIK® CORE Rechargeable, compact. multi-beam headlamp with red lighting, designed for outdoor activities. 350 lumens
REACTIK® + Multi-beam, rechargeable headlamp that is programmable, thanks to the MyPetzl Light mobile app. Features REACTIVE LIGHTING technology that automatically adapts light intensity to user needs. 300 lumens
MyPetzl Light The Petzl mobile app customizes lighting performance of the REACTIK + and NAO + headlamps
LUNA Women's climbing and mountaineering harness with adjustable leg loops for single and multi-pitch climbing
METEOR Lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet with reinforced protection
REVERSO® 4 Ultra-light multipurpose belay/rappel device with braking adapted to different rope diameters and suppleness; Reverso mode
RUMBA® 8.0 mm 8.0 mm diameter half rope for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering, with Duratec Dry treatment
Am’D D-shaped locking carabiner for attaching devices to a harness
SPIRIT EXPRESS Quickdraw for sport climbing
CONNECT ADJUST Single positioning lanyard with adjustable arm
ST'ANNEAU Dyneema® sling
BUG Backpack for single-day multi-pitch climbing
e+LITE® Ultra-compact emergency headlamp. 50 lumens
ACTIK® CORE Rechargeable, compact. multi-beam headlamp with red lighting, designed for outdoor activities. 350 lumens
REACTIK® + Multi-beam, rechargeable headlamp that is programmable, thanks to the MyPetzl Light mobile app. Features REACTIVE LIGHTING technology that automatically adapts light intensity to user needs. 300 lumens
MyPetzl Light The Petzl mobile app customizes lighting performance of the REACTIK + and NAO + headlamps

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News and videos Multi-pitch climbing

A sweet winter in Patagonia with Sean Villanueva A sweet winter in Patagonia with Sean Villanueva Sean Villanueva O'Driscoll recently left Patagonia after spending several months there with a group of friends. He was able to accomplish quite a bit, from sending projects at the Piedra Parada during the Petzl RocTrip to new alpine experiences on the Cerro Torre and Torres del Paine. Below, Sean recounts his recent adventures. Multi-pitch climbing
Seeing mountains from a different perspective Seeing mountains from a different perspective The nature of the world’s high mountains is changing. Forces like human development, increased recreation, and global climate change are having an impact on the high peaks. From the 12th to the 14th of June, thirty-seven speakers and 280 participants from all around the world gathered in Chamonix, France for a conference held by the Petzl Foundation: The Fourth Sustainable Summit Conference. These conferences are a chance for stakeholders in high peaks from Alaska to the Andes, Alps to Himalaya to gather and discuss the common and unique challenges they face, and the solutions and strategies that they pursue. The hope of these conferences is that solutions and actions can be created from the strength of the a diverse group of stakeholders working together, instead of leaving each individual to face their challenges alone. Multi-pitch climbing
Knot how-to guide: choosing and tying the right knot Knot how-to guide: choosing and tying the right knot Read through our tech tips on knots to learn or review the main knots used in rock climbing and mountaineering. Every tip includes diagrams explaining how to properly tie each knot. Whether tying in, joining two ropes together, or building an anchor, choose the right knot for the job. Multi-pitch climbing
How to belay from above How to belay from above The REVERSO can be set up as an assisted braking device when belaying from above on multi-pitch climbs. Belaying a partner in REVERSO Mode takes the weight off of the belayer’s body and makes it easy to belay two climbers simultaneously. The following information will help explain how to configure and use your belay device in REVERSO Mode. Multi-pitch climbing
My favorite large pieces of stone by Lynn Hill My favorite large pieces of stone by Lynn Hill Rather than spend a whole day working the beta on a single-pitch route, I feel more adventurous when I cast off on a large piece of stone with a simple objective--climb all the way to the top. I enjoy doing multi-pitch routes because they are usually naturally aesthetic, provide a more fluid style of movement, and are rich in history. Here are a few of my favorite multi-pitch routes: Multi-pitch climbing
Enhanced helmet protection Enhanced helmet protection Petzl is manufacturing helmets that guarantee a certain level of protection throughout the entire helmet and not just the top. These helmets carry Petzl’s proprietary label--TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION--for easy identification. Multi-pitch climbing
How to choose your Petzl helmet? How to choose your Petzl helmet? Petzl helmets are designed according to several lines suitable for all uses. Multi-pitch climbing
What is TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION on a Petzl helmet? What is TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION on a Petzl helmet? The TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION label represents Petzl's new in-house standard that guarantees its helmets provide front, side, and rear protection. Today, all climbing and mountaineering helmets provide top protection for the wearer from rock fall. Direct feedback from the field indicates that side, front, and rear impacts are also regular occurrences. Petzl certifies and commits to providing a certain level of protection for these types of impacts with its TOP and SIDE PROTECTION label. Learn more about this new label and its specific testing protocol by watching the video. Multi-pitch climbing
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