Introducing the Edelrid PINCH: a groundbreaking addition to the climbing world, this assisted braking belay device sets new standards in safety, efficiency, and versatility. Engineered for the demanding needs of sport climbing, multi-pitch adventures, and rope access work, the PINCH offers a seamless experience with enhanced control and safety features. Its innovative design allows for direct attachment to the harness, ensuring immediate response and unparalleled ease of use for climbers and professionals in the adventure and recreation industries.
Unmatched Safety and Control
The PINCH device revolutionizes climbing safety with its assisted braking mechanism, providing increased control for the belayer. This feature is crucial for preventing accidents and ensuring a smooth climbing experience, making it a trusted companion for professional operators.
Revolutionize your climbing with this innovative, versatile assisted braking belay device, designed for sport climbing, multi-pitch climbing, and rope access work. Uniquely, the PINCH sets itself apart as the market’s first device that directly attaches to the central ring of a climbing harness. Its strategic, low-profile design ensures it stays close to the body, allowing for full-finger grip on the brake rope without the need for additional securing. This compact system also increases the rope payout span by 20 – 30 cm, enhancing belay efficiency.
The device features frontal steel braking grooves for a straight rope path, minimizing tangles during descents and abseiling. Control over the descent speed is finely tuned through both the release lever and the pressure applied by the braking hand, offering superior rope control, particularly with thinner, softer ropes. The PINCH’s anti-panic function adds an extra layer of safety for novices, while its unique second braking tier facilitates controlled lowering in scenarios involving light climbers or high rope friction. For added versatility, experienced users and rope access professionals have the option to disable the anti-panic feature with an included screw.
A standout advantage of the PINCH is its ability to be mounted on the belay station in four orientations, every 90 degrees, ensuring the belay lever is always accessible and operable without hindrance. This feature underscores the PINCH’s commitment to providing a seamless and adaptable belaying experience for climbers of all levels.
Versatile and User-Friendly Design
Designed for versatility, the PINCH can be used in various climbing disciplines, from sport climbing to multi-pitch routes. Its user-friendly interface accommodates both right and left-handed users, ensuring a comfortable and intuitive belaying process for everyone.
Enhanced Rope Management
With its innovative frontal steel brake grooves, the PINCH ensures a linear rope run, significantly reducing tangles and increasing rope durability. This feature not only improves the belaying experience but also extends the life of your climbing rope.
Direct Harness Connection
The PINCH’s unique ability to attach directly to the climbing harness’s central ring eliminates the risk of cross-loading the belay carabiner, enhancing safety and providing a low, close-to-the-body position for optimal control.
Anti-Panic Function
The built-in anti-panic function automatically locks the device if the release lever is pulled too far, adding an extra layer of safety, especially for beginners. This feature, combined with the option to deactivate it for experienced users, showcases the PINCH’s adaptability to various skill levels.
Second Braking Tier
A special feature of the PINCH is its integrated second braking tier, which facilitates controlled lowering in situations of high rope friction or when securing lighter persons. This functionality underscores the device’s commitment to safety and precision in all climbing scenarios.
Crafted for the professional adventurer, the Edelrid PINCH belay device is not just a tool but a guardian in the vertical world, offering unmatched safety, efficiency, and versatility. Its state-of-the-art features cater to the highest standards of climbers, making it an essential piece of equipment for anyone serious about outdoor and recreational activities.
Edelrid Pinch | Versatile belay device
The Edelrid PINCH is a next-generation automatic belay device offering unparalleled safety and ease of use for professionals. Its innovative design ensures smooth lowering and automatic arrest in case of a fall, making it ideal for adventure parks, climbing gyms, and amusement facilities.
