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Petzl "Piranha" 

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Image courtesy SherrillTree
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User reviews

Average user rating from: 1 user(s)

Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Type of Use
5.0
Frequency of Use
3.0
Durability
5.0
Technical Skill Required
3.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Safety
5.0
Strength
5.0
Portability
5.0
 

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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful

It's alright, Wednesday, 14 November 2007

Written by Nick Araya   -  View all my reviews  - Top 10 Reviewer

Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Type of Use
5.0
Frequency of Use
3.0
Durability
5.0
Technical Skill Required
3.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Safety
5.0
Strength
5.0
Portability
5.0
This tool is slightly better than a figure 8. There are several ways you can put the rope on the tool, which allow you more or less friction. That part is good.

The downsides are: It twists the rope (like an 8 would) and you HAVE to use a Petzl carabiner (the hole on the left isn't big enough to fit most 'biners).

If you are considering getting this tool, I recommend a rap rack instead. There is practically NO twist in the rope while descending with a rack. Some models also allow you to adjust the friction.

love
nick


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