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CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device
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CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device

Item # 471260

$41.65

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Made specifically for high-angle rescue work, the Rescue 8's versatile design and features fit the job it's designed for.

  • Extended "horns" on upper portion of large ring prevent the rope from sliding up and locking off
  • Large upper oval allows use of large and heavy-duty ropes
  • Dual tie-in holes keep Rescue 8 attached to harness while rope is tied to carabiner--no possibility of dropping during life-threatening situations
  • Made of hot-forged 6061 T-6 aircraft-quality aluminum and hard-anodized for durability, lower rope friction and a breaking strength of 10,000+ pounds

Made in USA.

Item 471260

CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device Specs

Specification

Description

Weight221 grams
Fits rope sizes16mm double, 12.6mm-19mm single
Suitable for belayingYes
Suitable for rappellingYes

CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device Customer Reviews

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CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device
 
4.0

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Dec

30

2007

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Must Have for Rescue

By RescuePro

from Portland, OR

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Pros

  • Mutliple Uses
  • Simple To Use
  • Takes any size rope
  • Takes Multiple Ropes

Cons

  • Bulky
  • Specialty Item
  • Twists the rope

Best Uses

  • Belaying
  • Rappelling
  • Rescue

Comments about CMI Rescue 8 Belay Device:

The Rescue 8, or Figure of 8 with ears, is the standard belay device almost every rope rescue system for the following reasons:
- Easy to use
- Easy to setup
- Very Low Cost
- Will take any size rope
- Will take 1 or 2 ropes
- Can function as a rigging plate / Anchor Plate
- Extra hole (small one in the middle) can accept a carabiner with a runner; great for pick off's on rappel.
- Easy to lock off (LEARN THE RIGHT WAYS TO DO IT)
- Ears will prevent death knot (girth hitch) when slack enters the system.

Not everyone needs to have it, but its fun to play with and can be very useful if you ever want a multi-purpose tool that you can use for rappelling, anchor plates, and for the just-in-case voice in you.

One thing I have never liked: It twists the rope as it goes through the device, making the end below you harder to deal with, especially when repacking into rope bags.

  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort Driven

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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