Petzl RAD Line

By the Meter

Petzl's ultra-light hyperstatic cord for compact hauling, tensioning, and rappel/crevasse-rescue systems. The HMPE-reinforced rough sheath grips beautifully and is compatible with the TIBLOC, MICRO TRAXION, and NANO TRAXION, while under-2% elongation kills the yo-yo effect on rappels and fall arrest.

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$137.50 USD

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Diameter: 6.0 mm (0.24 in)
MBS: 12 kN (2,698 lbf)
Weight: 22 g/m (1.48 lbs/100 feet)
Raw Material: High-modulus polyethylene (HMPE), polyester, nylon

Description

Ultra-light and compact hyperstatic cord designed for compact hauling and tensioning systems.

The RAD LINE 6 mm is hyperstatic and flexible, and features a rough sheath for excellent grip and easy handling. It is available in three lengths: 15, 30, and 60 meters.

Ultra-light and compact:
- Only 22 grams per meter
- Lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry in a backpack
Specific sheath construction:
- The specific HMPE-reinforced sheath makes it compatible with the TIBLOC ascender, as well as the MICRO TRAXION and NANO TRAXION progress-capture pulleys (1)
- Flexible cord with rough sheath for excellent handling and improved descent control when rappelling, and to aid in braking when arresting a crevasse fall
Hyperstatic:
- Cord elongation of less than 2 % facilitates and improves efficiency of rescue operations, and helps prevent the yo-yo effect during rappels or fall arrest in a crevasse
- Allows a skier to rope up in order to get out of a crevasse zone