Belay device with assisted braking, for a broad range of single rope diameters (8.5 to 11 mm), designed for the experienced belayer
Designed for the experienced belayer, the GRIGRI is a belay device with cam-assisted braking designed for belaying both in the gym and at the crag. Compact and lightweight, it can be used with single ropes from 8.5 to 11 mm. The assisted braking function improves comfort while belaying, holding a climber or catching a fall. The design of the handled camming mechanism enables exceptional descent control.
Belay device with assisted braking, compatible with a broad range of single rope diameters, for both gym and crag:
Feeding slack and catching falls are done using standard belay techniques; always keep a hand on the brake-side of the rope
Cam-assisted blocking for a more comfortable belay: when the climber falls or weights the rope, it tightens, making the cam pivot to pinch and block the rope. Holding the brake side of the rope helps engage the cam, therefore it is important to always hold the brake side of the rope
Cam-assisted blocking offers leeway for the brake-side hand position, regardless of the angle between the climber side and brake side of the ropes
Rope installation diagram engraved on both the interior and exterior of the device
Comfortable and convenient when lowering:
The ergonomic handle allows you to easily lower someone
3:1 mechanical advantage of the handled camming mechanism helps control rope feed on small-diameter ropes and requires less effort on the handle for large-diameter ropes
Intended for all users:
Simple to use for belaying both lead or top-rope climbers
Optimally balanced design: lightweight (175 g), compact and durable
Compatible with 8.5 to 11 mm dynamic single ropes and optimized for those 8.9 to 10.5 mm
Specifications
Weight: 175 g
Rope compatibility: 8.5 to 11 mm single rope
Material(s): aluminum side plates, stainless steel cam and friction plate, reinforced nylon handle
Certification(s): CE EN 15151-1, UIAA
The approximate size of the packed product or the sales package is 130 x 130 x 50 mm.
Weight 0,175 kg (with sales package 0,2 kg)
Warranty 36 month(s)
Country of origin France
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Anonymousverified buyer, 23.4.2026
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Well-functioning and easy to use
Risto V.verified buyer, 31.3.2026
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It feels reliable.
Markus H.verified buyer, 29.3.2026
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The best security device on the market, no complaints!
Ville B.verified buyer, 7.3.2026
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Familiar and safe
Anonymousverified buyer, 25.1.2026
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Excellent and safe backup device!
Martin P.verified buyer, 15.1.2026
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Very good quality. Easy to use and very light weight. DO NOT use it for rope work or soloing, it requires you to have one hand on the brake line at all times. For rope work buy the Petzl Rig.
Anonymousverified buyer, 30.11.2025
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A classic for a reason. It does take a little practice to get the hang of it quickly.
Anonymousverified buyer, 25.11.2025
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Easy to use.
Anonymousverified buyer, 13.11.2025
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Guaranteed Petzl quality. Basic model, works like a train toilet.
Anonymousverified buyer, 15.10.2025
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The product is what I expected. The packaging is a bit impractical to get the product out of.