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Edelrid

Pinch

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Why no more ATCs?

I was single pitch ice cragging the other day and switched from a Edelrid pinch (ABD) to my dmm pivot bc the ropes got icy and it was safer to use the pivot (ATC style). I usually bring my pivot with me when multi-pitching and leave the pinch in the car. TLDR: ATCs haven’t been replaced. Icy ropes a

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Nasuhhea in r/ClimbingGear

January 16, 2026 4:14 PM

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Companion belay device to gigajul for thicker ropes?

As you only need a backup device, I wouldn't get a grigri or pinch. They can also be a bit fussy with stiff big ropes. Honestly, the edelrid jul2 has been the smoothest experience for me so far on thick ropes.

DieWalze in r/ClimbingGear

June 30, 2025 8:00 AM

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