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Best non-mechanical belay/rappel device for 8mm rope

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davecarp

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So trying to assess options here. Tough finding a rated non-mechanical device for single 8 mm ropes. Here's what I'm looking at, what are you all using? I have an older Trango Pyrimid that would probably work too but it's a little bit bulky and heavy, used it 20 yrs ago when I used to climb lol.

This is what I've been able to find that are rated for 8 mm single rope. What do ya think? Are there other options?
Kong Chuy
Mammut Crag Light
Rock Exotica mini 8
Black Diamond Alpine Guide ATC

Grivel mono master looked great appears to be out of production.
 
This is my first year singke sticking/rappelling I rappel with 8mm oplux. Very happy with my Grivel Figure 8 and 35cm Beal Jammy. Sets up in a minute, lots of control on the way down & stops on a dime.

I wish I was a headlight on a north-bound train
 
wdarby said:
This is my first year singke sticking/rappelling I rappel with 8mm oplux. Very happy with my Grivel Figure 8 and 35cm Beal Jammy. Sets up in a minute, lots of control on the way down & stops on a dime.

I wish I was a headlight on a north-bound train
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clip into the big end or the small end?
 
Are you sure the Kong Chuy is in spec for 8mm single rope? I don't think it is, but could be wrong.
 
Check out the super Munter hitch. That’s what i use on 9mil rope


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I use the Sterling ATS. It’s the only thing I’ve ever used but I’m happy with it.
 
DanO said:
Are you sure the Kong Chuy is in spec for 8mm single rope? I don't think it is, but could be wrong.
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According to this it is... But I realize they can be talking about half or twin ropes... Little ambiguous as I've never had one in hand... DanO what's up with those Grivel 8s and monomasters?

www.kong.it

Chuy - Descenders - KONG

Belay and rappel device that works on half, twin and single ropes
www.kong.it www.kong.it
 
I really like the mono master. I do see them for sell every now and then so keep your eye out. Its alot smoother than other atc's. I also use a kong gi gi
 
bj139 said:
The Edelrid Micro Jul is specifically made for thinner ropes. I don't have one.
www.backcountry.com

Edelrid Micro Jul Belay Device - Climb

Buy the Edelrid Micro Jul Belay Device online or shop all Climb from Backcountry.com.
www.backcountry.com www.backcountry.com
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When they first came out with it, Edelrid offered twin 6.9mm ropes to go with it, called the Fly. I haven’t seen anybody offering them lately.

I tried some of the devices listed, the Mammut and the Madrock Wingman would work, but required some effort to hold while stopped. The Mini Eight also worked with less effort when using the horns for added friction. I found that the Click Up worked the best if used with a large diameter, round cross section carabiner like the Smart HMS, could go hands free if needed.
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Rescue fig 8 is what i use and i add friction by using taking the rope thru the middle hole to the carabiner
 
I bought mine off amazon, i think it was about $25, and done, with saddle hunting there are 1000 dif ways to do things but ive found for me, keeping it simple works best
 
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