Metolius BRD - Belay Rappel Device

With the creation of the BRD by Metolius - we have achieved a simple - safe and bombproof belay/rappel device. The principle behind the BRD is very simple: as the load of a falling climber is applied - the carabiner is pulled into the scientifically engineered rope slots and the rope is squeezed between the carabiner and the BRD. The result is that a tremendous amount of friction is generated - allowing the belayer to easily catch long - hard falls with relatively light hand pressure. For rappelling - the BRD will give you a relatively slow and controlled (and we feel safer) rappel. If the rappel is moving too slowly - you can re-orient the device for a speedier descent.Features: A versatile - lightweight belay/rappel device w/engineered rope slots which means added control via increased friction on the rope Single or double rope compatible (8 mm to 11 mm ropes) Increased thermal mass and cooling fins to dissipate heat Hard anodized for longer wear CNC machined from 6061 T-6 aluminum Weight: 2.9 oz. (82 g)