What size rope fits in a GRIGRI?

The GRIGRI 2 works equally well for lead climbing and top roping. It may be used on all single dynamic 8.9 to 11 mm ropes on the market (ideal at 9.4 mm to 10.3 mm). Both compact and ultra-light, the GRIGRI 2 will accompany you on climbs around the world for many years.

Can a GRIGRI fail?

The grigri, despite your assurances that it’s just a fail machine waiting to happen, does in fact work just fine without the cam.

Is a GRIGRI safer than ATC?

While both are reasonably safe in the hands of skilled belayers, a head-to-head comparison of the two devices when being used by competent belayers will show you that GriGris can simply do more to protect climbers. This is especially important if you’re climbing outdoors.

Can I use a GRIGRI for lead climbing?

The Petzl GRIGRI is an excellent device for belaying climbers on top rope, but also can be safely used in lead climbing.

Is rope soloing safe?

Rope soloing is highly dangerous and demands a great deal of experience and good judgment and in many ways is more dangerous than free soloing, due to an increased reliance on ‘systems’.

Why is it called a GRIGRI?

But most people probably aren’t aware that the term grigri is derived from Voodoo. Yep, the same mysticism that gave us pin dolls and zombies gave us a term that we use every day in climbing. According to TheMystica.Org, “gris-gris resemble charms or talismans which are kept for good luck or to ward off evil.

What is the difference between GRIGRI 1 and 2?

GG2 has a narrower rope slot, works better for thinner ropes and overall it feeds better. Grigri 2 has better ergonomics for Petzl’s recommended belay technique. GG1 is bigger, has a bigger slot, and works better on ropes 10.2 or bigger. Used is perfectly fine, grigris are quite durable.

Does GriGris lock?

A GriGri is NOT auto-locking, but rather assisted braking It is in fact not. Petzl explicitly states that a GriGri is an “assisted-braking” belay device when used with ropes that are 8.9-11mm in diameter.