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AZTEK Rope Rescue and Rigging Systems & Kits


The AZTEK, is a co-operative effort between Ropes That Rescue Ltd. and Rescue Response Gear Inc. The Kit includes:

  • 1 AZTEK bag
  • 38' or 50' Sterling 9mm or 8mm rope
  • AZTEK "set of fours"
  • AZTEK Shock Absorber
  • AZTEK Ratchet
  • 1 Autolock carabiner
The AZTEK with it's intrinsic "Set of Fours", literally has 101 uses... here are just a few:

  • TRAVEL RESTRICT
  • ADJUSTABLE DIRECTIONALS
  • SOLO PICK-OFF
  • PRE-TENSIONED BACK-TIE
  • GUYING OF HIGH DIRECTIONALS
  • HIGH ANGLE ATTENDANT TETHER
  • HIGH ANGLE LITTER SCOOPS
  • LOAD -RELEASING HITCH
NOTE: ASSEMBLY REQUIRED with Aztek Elite & Pro Kits.


Entire Aztek product line available. Not finding what you're looking for... please contact us.

AZTEKOMNI_80.jpg AZTEK OMNI X2 Tandem Set
$192.95
RRGKAZ-TANDEM
These swivel AZTEK "omni" pulleys are hewn from a solid block of high strength aluminum and are engineered to withstand over 8,000# (36kN) of tensile force end to end.

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For more info click on thumbnail image of Aztek Pro Rescue Rigging Pulley System SKU# RRGKAZPRO jpg AZTEK PRO Rescue & Rigging Pulley System Rope Access, Fall Protection
$259.95
RRGKAZ-PRO
A simple, light and small, non-specialized and efficient pulley, jigger restraint system. The AZTEK system was developed in Arizona by Reed Thorne and Ropes That Rescue Ltd. These "set of fours" will enable the rescue practitioner greater versatility in a PMA.

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AZTEK_Elite_Pulley_System_Kit_Black_Bum_Bag_RRGKAZELITE_80.jpg AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit, Rope Access & Fall Protection
$305.00
RRGKAZ-ELITE
The AZTEK system was developed in Arizona by Reed Thorne and Ropes That Rescue Ltd. These "set of fours" will enable the rescue practitioner greater versatility in a PMA.

"Just finished a Rope Rescue Tech 1 and found this the
most exciting tool in the last 19 years on our mountain rescue team.
"     MB in El Paso, Texas

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For more info click on thumbnail image of RRG AZTEK Fanny Bum Bag SKU# AZTEKFNY jpg RRG AZTEK Fanny, Bum Bag
$40.00
AZTEKFNY
The AZTEK Bag Fanny (Bum) Style, co-operative effort with Ropes That Rescue Ltd., provides generous room for the complete AZTEK PRO Kit, like the classic style, the Fanny is a multi-purpose storage bag for carrying and organizing equipment or an excellent Rapid Intervention Kit (RIT) bag. Wrap around waist strap, dual twin pockets and modular attachment tabs. Color: Black
The "official" AZTEK bag and perfect as an "any use" fanny bag.

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For more info click on thumbnail image of AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit SKU# RRGKAZ-TAC-ELITE jpg AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit, Rope Access & Fall Protection
$315.00
RRGKAZ-TAC-ELITE
The AZTEK system was developed in Arizona by Reed Thorne and Ropes That Rescue Ltd. These "set of fours" will enable the rescue practioner greater versatility in a PMA. Developed for Special Operations, tactical uses and other "ninja" applications.

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For more info. click on thumbnail image of RRG Classic Hip Pouch SKU# RRGCHPBLA jpg RRG Classic Hip Pouch
RRGCHPBLA
The RRG Classic Hip Pouch is designed to make simplicity and efficiency the name of the game. The two-way zipper allows gear to be deployed from both sides of the pouch, keeping the undeployed gear contained in the pouch because the top remains "closed".
NOTE: Currently unavailable. See RRG AZTEK Fanny, Bum Bag as possible replacement. The RRG Classic Hip Pouch may be available again in the future.
 

For more  info. click on thumbnail image of Rock Exotica Aztek Quick Release Pin 1/4 SKU# P41PIN jpg Aztek Quick Release Pin 1/4 Inch Rock Exotica
$8.95
P41PIN
This 1/4" Quick Release Pin fits on the swivel Omni pulleys (blocks) from Rock Exotica. One quick pin is sold with each set of blocks. Additional pins may be purchased if needed or if one wished to hold a spare in the opposite block.

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AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit Replacement Part 8mm Edge Restraint 50'
$39.17
AZTEKEER BRIGHT
Rigged through the Onmi blocks and creates the 5:1 / 4:1 AZTEK system. One end has a sewn eye which is attached to the pully. 8mm x 50’ nylon cord with sewn eye on one end.

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AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Elite Pulley System Replacement Part 6mm Ratchet 9.5 Loop, Blue
$6.50
AZTEKELITEAER-D
Used as progress capture device on Aztek set-of-fours pulley system. 6mm x 9” sewn nylon cord with bound loop. Dark Color, usually blue.

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AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Elite Pulley System Replacement Part 6mm Ratchet 9.5Loop Orange
$6.50
AZTEKELITEAER-L
Used as progress capture device on Aztek set-of-fours pulley system. 6mm x 9” sewn nylon cord with bound loop. Light Color, usually orange.

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AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Elite Pulley System Kit Replacement Part Travel Restraint Loop
$9.35
AZTEKELITEASEA
The AZ Travel Restraint attaches the rescuer to the Edge Restraint (B) via a prusik hitch for working near exposure. 6mm x 44” sewn nylon cord shrink tube bound loop.

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AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit Replacement Part Edge Restraint
$39.17
AZTEKEER TAC BLACK
Rigged through the Onmi blocks and creates the 5:1 / 4:1 AZTEK system. One end has a sewn eye which is attached to the pully. 8mm x 50’ nylon cord with sewn eye on one end. Tactical Black

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AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Replacement Part Travel Restraint
$10.00
AZTELITETB AESA-N
The AZ Travel Restraint attaches the rescuer to the Edge Restraint (B) via a prusik hitch for working near exposure. 6mm x 44” sewn nylon cord shrink tube bound loop.

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AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit Replacement Part Omni Ratchet A
$5.45
AZTELITETB AER-NA
Used as progress capture device on Aztek set-of-fours pulley system. 6mm x 9” sewn nylon cord with bound loop. Color Tactical Black with "A" printed on the sleeve.

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AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit, Replacement Parts jpg image AZTEK Tactical Elite Pulley System Kit Replacement Part Omni Ratchet B
$5.45
AZTELITETB AER-NB
Used as progress capture device on Aztek set-of-fours pulley system. 6mm x 9” sewn nylon cord with bound loop. Color Tactical Black with "B" printed on the sleeve.

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What can be done with the AZTEK Pro and its intrinsic "Set of Fours"...


AZTEK TRAVEL RESTRICT at the edge for each team member. Fully adjustable so members will not fall.

AZTEK SECOND POINT for all technical evacuations including but not limited to highlines, high angle, steep angle, etc.
(2002 Australia Advanced Skill Rescue Seminar @ Mt. Arapiles, Victoria)

AZTEK ADJUSTABLE DIRECTIONALS before the high directional of your choice to line up "the sheet of glass" using the "Set of Fours" in the Expanded AZTEK.

(2002 Arcadia National Park)

1. AZTEK HIGH ANGLE LITTER SCOOPS using the "Set of Fours" in the Expanded AZTEK (2002 Mountain Rescue Workshop---ROCK, Sedona AZ)
2. AZTEK HIGH ANGLE ATTENDANT TETHER Totally, 100%, easily adjustable using the SOF's in the Expanded AZTEK (see bottom left for Standard Kit use in this way)

AZTEK GUYING OF HIGH DIRECTIONALS like this gin pole in the new Seattle SEAHAWK STADIUM. Notice the two independent guys using the SOF's
(2002 Seattle FD)

AZTEK MOVEABLE DIRECTIONALS for steep angle litter evacuations where the high directional must accommodate the yoke when it is on top
(2002 Seattle FD)

AZTEK DYNAMIC LOWERS where a small raise is required during a lowering (as in a team-based pick off) AZTEK SOF's is in "series" with the brake rack (2002 Rancho Cucamonga FD Advanced Skill)

AZTEK DOWNWARD RE-DIRECTS (butt block) to change the resultant on an Artificial High Directional
(2002 Mountain Rescue Workshop---ROCK, Sedona AZ)

AZTEK HIGH ANGLE ATTENDANT TETHER Totally, 100%, easily adjustable using the "2-Part Rappel" mode in the Standard AZTEK
(2002 Acadia National Park TSRS)

AZTEK LOAD -RELEASING HITCH (BC or Radium) used for the belay line
(2002 Marysville FD TSRS)


MORE OF THE MANY VARIED USES OF THE "AZTEK" KIT! Some of the photos below use the "Expanded AZTEK" using the intrinsic "Set of Fours" (SOF's)
Buy Now! Or Need More Reasons?

AZTEK BUTT BLOCK below an artificial high directional used for confined space entry.
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

AZTEK USE #57 where the main loaded rope must be hoisted to the top of an artificial high directional during a very steep angle litter evacuation
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

AZTEK FOCUSED-FLOATING ANCHOR where the Expanded AZTEK SOF's is used to float a rigging plate (here, three are being used)
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

AZTEK PRE-TENSIONED BACK-TIE on a focused anchor in the wilderness.
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

AZTEK SOLO PICK-OFF (hanging patient) using the AZTEK's SOF's as the lifting jigger pulley system. Each rescuer is fully able to lift the victim with this 5:1 mechanical advantage (2002 Tacoma Fire TSRS)

1. AZTEK TWO- PART RAPPEL using AZTEK kit looped over anchor (red rope is doubled). Note second rope belay.

2. AZTEK TOP BELAY (blue single) using the end of the AZTEK line by a second belayer on top.
(2002 Seattle-Marysville Fire TSRS)

AZTEK LITTER RIGGING using the AZTEK set of fours for the attendant and a second set with the ratchet in a different location on the foot-end of the litter.
(2002 Acadia National Park TSRS)

AZTEK PRE-TENSIONED BACK-TIE on a focused anchor (handrail).
(2002 Seattle-Marysville Fire TSRS)

AZTEK HOBBLING for a "SA" (sideways A frame). Edge man is also using AZTEK travel-restrict and attendant (about to go over) is using AZTEK as adjustable rigging.
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

AZTEK LITTER RIGGING allowing changing from a vertical orientation with the litter (coming out of a confined space opening) to a horizontal orientation.
(2002 St Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Team/Duluth Fire TSRS)

Use and Assembly of the AZTEK Pro (pdf)


The AZTEK, is a co-operative effort between Ropes That Rescue Ltd. and Rescue Response Gear Inc. The Kit includes:

  • 1 AZTEK bag
  • 38' or 50' Sterling 9mm or 8mm rope
  • AZTEK "set of fours"
  • AZTEK Shock Absorber
  • AZTEK Ratchet
  • 1 Autolock carabiner
The AZTEK with it's intrinsic "Set of Fours", literally has 101 uses... here are just a few:

  • TRAVEL RESTRICT
  • ADJUSTABLE DIRECTIONALS
  • SOLO PICK-OFF
  • PRE-TENSIONED BACK-TIE
  • GUYING OF HIGH DIRECTIONALS
  • HIGH ANGLE ATTENDANT TETHER
  • HIGH ANGLE LITTER SCOOPS
  • LOAD -RELEASING HITCH
NOTE: ASSEMBLY REQUIRED with Aztek Elite & Pro Kits.

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Aztek Pro & Elite Rescue and Rigging Kits and Systems. Climbing rope, pulley and lift equipment for search and rescue teams performing water, rock climbing, tower rescue rope or mountaineering rescues of all types. Sometimes miss-spelled as Aztec or Aztech.






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