Petzl Pirana

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The Pirana is a belay/rappel device made by Petzl. It hasn't been rated yet. Be the first to write a review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Petzl Pirana Descender (Spring 2008) The Pirana Descender by Petzl is a figure-eight descender for descending on single or double rope. Specifications: For use on ropes from 8 to 13 mm Designed for single rope Can be used on double ropes, but certain braking positions may not be usable depending on the ropes' diameter For use with a locking carabiner with a 12 mm cross section (Attache or William) Weight: 90 g Features: Three different braking positions to choose from before beginning descent depending on the user's weight, the rope's diameter and the terrain Two supplementary braking spurs allow friction to be increased during descent A carabiner with a cross section of 12 mm (like an Attache) provides a tight fit in the small hole, creating a in.rigidin. carabiner / descender unit: stays securely attached to the harness during rope insertion, to help prevent loss, greatly reduces the risk of leverage on the carabiner gate (poor positioning) Designed to be used with the in.Rapidin. technique, which prevents the formation of a lark's head knot around the body of the Pirana and reduces kinks in the rope, without decreasing braking friction"

From Backcountry.com:
"The Petzl Pirana Descender provides excellent rope control and a smooth lower when you're rapping long lines with heavy loads. Rappelling a 150ft single line with a heavy pack is no longer a guaranteed white-knuckle horror show; you won't even notice the weight when you use the Petzl Pirana Descender. Its two breaking spurs allow you to increase or decrease friction on the go and are used to secure the device, so you have both hands free to build the next anchor."

From RockCreek:
"The Pirana Descender by Petzl is a canyoneering descender for single or double rope. The Pirana offers three different braking positions to choose from, according to the weight of the user, the rope diameter in use, and the terrain. It also offers 2 points where the rope can be angled to adjust the descent speed. A plastic attachment ensures perfect support for any type of HMS locking carabiner. The Pirana Descender can also be used to belay the leader."

From EMS:
"The Petzl Pirana Descender has three braking positions designed for use with canyoning descent techniques. Choose from three braking positions depending on the user weight, the rope diameter, and terrain. Two supplementary braking spurs allow friction to be increased during descent. Carabiner with cross section of 12 mm (like an ATTACHE) provides a tight fit in the small hole, creating a rigid carabiner/descender unit. Stays securely attached to the harness during rope insertion to help prevent loss. Greatly reduces the risk of leverage on the carabiner gate (poor positioning). Designed to be used with the "rapid" technique. Designed for use on single ropes 8 to 13 mm. Can be used on some double ropes (braking positions depend on diameter)."