Petzl

Fernand Petzl was only 17 years old in the 1930s when he discovered his passion for caving. Along with his friend, Pierre Chevalier, Fernand Petzl became recognised as a world leading caving specialist. Thanks to their creativity and imagination, they developed the original vertical progression techniques and perfected new equipment (climbing poles, nylon ropes). They were behind many exploits and major discoveries, like the Gouffre Berger in the Vercors Massif. At the same time, they were actively involved in creating associations and institutions that oversee caving and rescue. Fernand Petzl, followed his grandfather into engineering but his one true passion was caving. In 1933, with Pierre Chevalier, he explored 17 kilometres of the Dent de Crolles network. From 1952, he headed the Gouffre Berger expedition, which in 1956 reached a depth of one thousand metres, a world record at the time. In 1933, Fernand began using his engineering skills to producing climbing tools. Petzl’s expertise stems partly from caving - the activity that defines the company’s history. The constraints encountered underground are significant; mud, sand, humidity, and absence of light. Other constraints are activity-related. While exploring a cave, it is not unusual to use fixed ropes that were first installed many years before. In 1968 the first "Petzl" products were sold. Rope clamps and descenders allowed ropes to permanently replace ladders. This new type of "single rope" technique revolutionised caving. Throughout the last 30 years, Petzl has gained a level of experience that is unanimously recognised in the field of verticality, be it underground, in the mountains or in the construction industry.

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Petzl Caritool Small
Petzl Caritool Small
£8.50
5 In Stock

Simple dead light (plastic with wiregate) attachment for racking pegs or ice screws on your harness.

Petzl Coeur Hanger and Bolt Stainless Steel
Petzl Coeur Hanger and Bolt Stainless Steel
£7.50
£7.75
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10 + In Stock

Complete stainless steel anchor assembly for outdoor use. Two sizes are available.

Petzl Coeur Hanger Stainless Steel
Petzl Coeur Hanger Stainless Steel
£2.65
10 + In Stock

Multi-directional stainless steel bolt hanger for outdoor use. Two sizes.

Petzl Collinox Bolt - Resin In
Petzl Collinox Bolt - Resin In
£14.40
10 + In Stock

10mm forged stainless steel resin-in anchor with a textured stem for better application and adhesion.

Petzl Corax Harness
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Petzl Corax Harness
£60.30
£67.00
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2 In Stock

Easy to use two buckle harness giving greater adjustment and suitable for most men and women.

Petzl Cord-Tec (pair)
Petzl Cord-Tec (pair)
£15.00
1 In Stock

Pair of replacement cords for the flexible linking system on some Petzl crampons.

Petzl Core Lithium-Ion Battery
Petzl Core Lithium-Ion Battery (not to be posted)
£29.00
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Rechargeable battery compatible with Petzl Hybrid headlamps.

Petzl Crampon Bars Long
Petzl Crampon Bars (pair)
From £15.50
1 In Stock

Centre bars to fit the new style Petzl Lynx, Dart, Dartwin, Sarken and Vasak crampons. Two lengths.

Petzl Crampon Strap
Petzl Crampon Straps (pair)
£28.50
1 In Stock

Petzl replacement crampon straps suitable for Flexlock, Leverlock bindings.

Petzl Crevasse Rescue Kit
Petzl Crevasse Rescue Kit
£157.50
£175.00
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A complete crevasse rescue kit - just add rope and dramatis personae!
Petzl Croll Ascender Large
Petzl Croll Ascender Large
£52.20
£58.00
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2 In Stock

Chest ascender with twisted attachment points. For ropes from 8mm - 13mm.

Petzl Croll Small
Petzl Croll Ascender Small
£52.20
£58.00
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A chest ascender - as per the Basic, but with twisted attachment points. For ropes from 8mm - 11mm.

Petzl Dart
Petzl Dart Crampon
£220.50
£245.00
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1 In Stock

Modular 11/12 point crampons for ice climbing and dry tooling.

Petzl Dart Front Section - Pair
Petzl Dart Front Sections (pair, U001EA00)
£126.00
£140.00
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1 In Stock

Front sections for the current Petzl Dart - can be fitted to other models.

Petzl Dual Connect Adjust
Petzl Dual Connect Adjust
£53.00
3 In Stock

Double positioning lanyard with one fixed and one adjustable arm for sport climbers.

Petzl Dual Connect Vario
Petzl Dual Connect Vario
£58.00
3 In Stock

Completely adjustable double lanyard anchor system.

Petzl Duffel 65L
Petzl Duffel 65L Petzl Duffel 65L
Petzl Duffel 65L
£124.20
£138.00
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The Petzl Duffel 85 is a high quality kit bag with a volume of 65 litres.

Petzl Duffel 85L
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Petzl Duffel 85L
£135.00
£150.00
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The Petzl Duffel 85 is a high quality kit bag with a volume of 85 litres.

Petzl E Plus Lite
Petzl E Plus Lite
£29.00
1 In Stock

Ultralight emergency headlamp that is easy to carry. 50 lumens.

Petzl Ergonomic
Petzl Ergonomic
£288.00
£320.00
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2 In Stock

Top-end dry tooling and ice climbing axe.

Petzl Ergonomic Pair
Petzl Ergonomic - Pair Deal!
£512.00
£640.00
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1 In Stock

Top-end dry tooling and ice climbing axe. Pair Deal!

Petzl Evolv Adjust
Petzl Evolv Adjust
£60.30
£67.00
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1 In Stock

A positioning device has two adjustable arms so you always have the ideal length adjustment for aid climbing.

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