Rescue ascenders, belay, rappel gear and equipment for search and rescue belaying and rappelling. From companies such as Sterling, Petzl, CMC, BMS, PMI, Traverse and Yates.

Sterling Bound Loop Prusik Set $15.90 S1208000BLPS Sterling Rope Bound Loop Prusiks are the only way to go for clean rigging; No more guess work! Stitched terminations (bound looped and wrapped)keeps the original strength of the cord and makes the house keeping of your TPB system neat and easy. You'll never go back to the knots again. 8mm cord, 5880 lbs MBS, 6540 lbs Average BS (Pulley not included) Short 18" Long 24"

Sterling Bound Purcell Set w/Bag $32.50 S1206000SETB Sterling Rope Bound Loop Purcells; the essential equipment for anyone working in the verticle relm. Stitched terminations mean no more messy knots to deal with... clean and easy. Comes with the perfect bag to store the gear. 6mm cord, 2910 lbs MBS, 3395 lbs average BS Chest length 22" end to end Short length 43" end to end Long length 68" end to end

Petzl Ascension Left $59.95 B17L Used for climbing rope, self-belaying on fixed ropes, or as a handle when it is necessary to pull on the rope with a good grip. This ascender is large enough to accept bulky winter gloves in the oversized handles.

Petzl Ascension - Right $59.95 B17-R Used for climbing rope, self-belaying on fixed ropes, or as a handle when it is necessary to pull on the rope with a good grip. This ascender is large enough to accept bulky winter gloves in the oversized handles.

Petzl Tibloc $27.95 B01 A totally ingenious and ultra-light rope clamp/grab, which should find a place in all areas of rock-climbing, caving and mountaineering: the Tibloc is a versatile replacement for Prusik knots used for rope-climbing maneuvers or for setting up pulley systems. This is the essential problem-solving tool, multi-purpose, effective and reliable. 8-11mm rope.

Petzl Croll $49.95 B16 Thanks to the twisted position of the attachement hole, the Croll is always held flat against the stomach. The upper rectangular hole allows the attachment of shoulder straps for support. The Croll is fitted with an ergonomically shaped opening clip which is easily gripped between the thumb and index finger.

CMC Rescue 8 Aluminum $46.75 300840 Classified to NFPA 1983 (2001) Designed for Fire Department personnel who need an "8" that is strong, compact and could be attached to the lifeline at any point for rapid deployment. Strength: 12,000 lbs

CMC Rescue 8 Steel $60.00 300850 Classified to NFPA 1983 (2001) Designed for Fire Department personnel who need an "8" that is strong, compact and could be attached to the lifeline at any point for rapid deployment. Strength: 45,000 lbs

SMC NFPA Rappel Rack Assembly $105.00 SM1400xN In lowering systems or long rappels, Brake Bar Racks have the advantages of minimal rope twist and variable friction. SMC Racks have stainless steel frames with a welded eye that is rated over 10,000 lb. The 6 Bar Rack with Stainless-steel Bars includes one Top Bar and five Angled Slot Bars.

BMS Dual Hyper Micro Rack (Long) $84.15 MIC2MICROL The BMS Dual Hyper Rack is incredibly small and light. Built entirely out of stainless steel by B.M.S. Our rack easily lowers rescue sized masses & won't twist the rope. Quickly add or subtract friction by looping the rope around hyperbars. The Double Hyper bar system also acts as an automatic transmission, squeezing the bars together harder as the input force increases, as well as making tying off a snap. A must for any rescue team. Long Rack is designed for lighter loads for stiffer rescue rope. Specify rack length. Frame breaking strength: 63kN (meets and exceeds NFPA class G) weight: 433g (15.5 oz)

BMS Dual Hyper Micro Rack (Short) $78.00 MIC2MICROS The BMS Dual Hyper Rack is incredibly small and light. Built entirely out of stainless steel by B.M.S. Our rack easily lowers rescue sized masses & won't twist the rope. Quickly add or subtract friction by looping the rope around hyperbars. The Double Hyper bar system also acts as an automatic transmission, squeezing the bars together harder as the input force increases, as well as making tying off a snap. A must for any rescue team. Short Rack is designed for medium to heavy loads for softer rescue rope. Specify rack length. Frame breaking strength: 63kN (meets and exceeds NFPA class G) weight: 433g (15.5 oz)

PMI PED Personal Descender $31.00 HD26024 PMI Personal Escape Descender can be pre-rigged on an escape rope and stored read to go. Several threading options allow the user to pre-set the descender for the user's weight and desired friction for rappelling. Certified to NFPA 1983-01 as a personal escape device. (Rope not included)

Petzl GriGri $85.95 D14 The GRIGRI is a self-locking belay device which also functions well as an ascender or descender when needed. Once properly installed, the device locks onto the rope when weighted with a rotating stainless steel cam. Unlocking is accomplished by unweighting the GRIGRI, or by pulling the self-retracting handle, which unlocks the cam. Additionally, a simple self-locking Z-rig can be made with the GRIGRI functioning as the first pulley in the system. For 10-11 mm ropes

Black Diamond ATC $18.95 620045 The anodized Air Traffic Controller is light, easy to operate and won’t lock up unexpectedly. A good choice for all-round use, the ATC performs well during rappels and belays. This classic design has a beefy cable at its attachment point, reducing the possibility of it being sucked into the rope during use. Its smooth feel locks your rope off and won’t kink it during rappels.

Petzl I'D LG $199.95 D20LG The I'D is primarily a particularly efficient and user-friendly descender. To descend simply pull on the handle while keeping hold of the rope, controlling the running of the rope by varying the grip on the free end. As soon as the handle is released, it locks. The large version is NFPA G rated to 1983-2006. Specs: - Rope diameter: 11.5-13 mm - Weight: 530 g - Construction: Anodized aluminum and stainless steel. Handle is made from nylon reinforced with glass fibers. - Individually tested. - Standards: CE EN 341 class A, NFPA G

Traverse Rescue 540 Rescue Belay $349.00 331540/331542 UL Certified to NFPA 1983 (1995) General Use Passes the BCCTR Rescue Belay Competence Drop Test Criteria Developed specifically to meet the needs of rescue system belays.

Petzl Stop $89.95 D09 STOP Auto-braking descender Designed for long single rope descents in caving. A venerable classic among descenders. When the handle is released, the descender brakes. The descent is controlled by varying your grip on the free end of the rope. The handle is used only to unjam the rope and allow it to slide through the device. Thanks to the safety catch, you can install the rope with ease without having to unclip the descender from the harness. Note: the braking bobbins are replaceable. Specs : For use on single rope from 9 to 12 mm Weight: 326 g Standards :EN 341 classe A.

Petzl Tuba $179.95 D12 A lowering device which specializes in passing knots. Particularly useful in long evacuations using a single lowering anchor and multiple ropes tied together, as is common in mountain rescue. Easily accommodates two or more tensioned lines at once. Made of heavy welded aluminum tubing and stainless steel, the TUBA is a useful alternative for lowering heavy loads. Not recommended for rappelling. Made in USA.

Petzl Microcender $55.95 B54 A smaller version with the exact same features as the Rescucender. The user connects directly to the grooved cam, which can slip if overloaded and thus act as a load limiter. The device will slide up the rope unaided, while a simple action will allow it to be moved down the rope. It is attached to the rope by two consecutive actions. This operation is slow but offers greater safety. Individually tested. Accommodates ropes size 9-13 mm. Standards: CE prEN 567, UIAA

Petzl Rescuecender $59.95 B50 A rope grab designed to minimize damage to the rope under shock loading. The jaw has a set of shallow, slightly rounded teeth-more like grooves. They create just enough friction against the rope and minimize damage in shock loading. Accommodates ropes size 11mm or 12.5 mm. Made in USA.

Petzl Basic $49.95 B18 The Petzl Basic is a versatile rope grab used as an anti-slip device in a hauling system, rope climb or self belaying on a fixed rope. For use with single rope from 8 to 13mm. CE EN 567.

Petzl Shunt $54.95 B03 Use this safety tool in conjunction with your descender as an automatic safety lock-off device on the tails of your rope. May be used to re-ascend ropes. Use with a doubled rope or two ropes of equal diameter. Strength: Slippage on two ropes: 9mm = 5kN, 10mm = 7kN, 11mm = 7.5kN wt: 190 gm 6.7 oz

CMC Escape Artist $73.15 30091X CMC Rescue Escape Artist The Most Advanced Escape Descent Control Device Available UL Classified to NFPA 1983 (2001 ed.)-Escape The Escape Artist offers what most other escape devices do not -- a hands-free edge transition and a controllable descent. The Escape Artist pays out the rope smoothly and then locks when loaded, allowing both hands to be used to negotiate the exit. Squeezing the lever gives the use control of the descent rate.

Petzl ASAP $179.95 B71 The Petzl ASAP is a mobile fall arrester for rope. Used to arrest a single person load. It locks onto the rope even if the device is grabbed reflexively by the user during a fall. Locks on vertical or angles rope. Easy to put on and remove at any point on the rope. For use on semi-static rope (EN 1891 type A) from 10.5 to 13 mm diameter. CE EN 353 2

MIO Rope Grab $125.00 HD26005 Exceeds OSHA requirements for personal fall protection equipment with or without a force absorbing lanyard. This highly effective self trailing rope grab grips automatically in the event of a fall and dissipates the energy of the fall by slipping along the rope. Used for 1/2" rope only.

Metolius 4 Step Aider $29.95 AIDE002 Classic, staggered, triangular step construction • 1" flat nylon webbing • Biothane step stiffeners ensure the steps stay open • Reinforced clip in point - full-strength grab loop • Sub-steps in the 2 top steps • Dedicated clip-in point at the bottom for enchaining aiders • 8.5 oz. (241 g)• 60" (1524 mm) -overall length • Strengths: •End to end--4050 lbf (18 kN) •Grab Loop--4950 lbf (22 kN

Yates 5 + 2 Step Etrier $36.00 YA530 Redisigned withextra long bottom steps to allow greater flexibility in obtaining proper sequencing. Made of 1" flat webbing, short top step in first and second main steps. Reinforced for full strength in any direction of pull. Full strength wrist loop. Extra long bottom step. 4+2 Step Etrier is 61" long, making it similar to most standard 5step etriers.

CMC MPD $495.00 333000 Pulley + Rescue Belay + Descender Manufactured by Rock Exotica A variable-friction descent control device for rescue systems and rappels. High efficency pulley with an integral rope-locking mechanism (ratchet) for a haul system. The perfect rescue belay device. Certified to NFPA 1983 - General Use (Schedule release early 2008)

Petzl I'D S $199.95 D20S The I'D is primarily a particularly efficient and user-friendly descender. To descend simply pull on the handle while keeping hold of the rope, controlling the running of the rope by varying the grip on the free end. As soon as the handle is released, it locks. The large version is NFPA G rated to 1983-2006. Specs: - Rope diameter: 10-11.5mm - Weight: 530 g - Construction: Anodized aluminum and stainless steel. Handle is made from nylon reinforced with glass fibers. - Individually tested. - Standards: CE EN 341 class A

CMI NFPA Rescue 8 $39.82 R1000NFPA Big enough to handle the largest ropes--two of them. Extended horns on the upper ring prevent rope from sliding up and locking when tying off. Certified to NFPA 1983-95 Edition.

Petzl FootPro $29.95 C49 An adjustable, heavy duty foot strap for use with Petzl ascenders. Made of 28mm black webbing with a steel buckle. Weight 131 grams.

Petzl Foottape $15.95 C47 Adjustable webbing footloop. For use with the Ascension or Basic rope clamp/grabs. It is fitted with a mini DoubleBack buckle for ultra-fast and easy adjustment.

Petzl ASAP'Sorber 20 $25.95 L71 20 Energy absorber with integrated lanyard for the ASAP

Petzl ASAP'Sorber 40 $29.95 L71 40 Energy absorber with integrated lanyard for the ASAP

SMC Escape 8 $18.80 NFPA126501 This ultralight and compact descender is now the personal choice of countless members of SAR and Ski Patrol teams, law enforcement and military around the globe. Its compact size and lightweight makes it convenient to pack in a turnout coat or bail-out kit.