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 Rad System
Petzl Rad System
£269.55
£299.50
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1 In Stock

A very light and compact crevasse rescue kit.

Petzl Rescue Pulley
Petzl Rescue Pulley (P50A)
£54.00
£60.00
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2 In Stock

Very strong and efficient pulley, ideal for rescue, hauling heavy loads and intensive use.

Petzl Ride 45cm Ice Axe
Petzl Ride 45cm
£85.50
£95.00
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1 In Stock

Compact, ultra-light ice axe for ski touring and freeride ski-ing. Only 240g!

Petzl Rocha Karabiner
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Petzl Rocha Karabiner
£16.20
£18.00
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Ultra-lightweight, ultra-compact, pear-shaped HMS screw-lock karabiner.

Petzl Rocpec ADP Drill Adaptor
Petzl Rocpec ADP Drill Adaptor
£29.00
1 In Stock

Provides greater comfort and efficiency for placing 12mm self-drilling expansion anchors.

Petzl Scorpio Eashook Via Ferrata Kit
Petzl Scorpio Eashook Via Ferrata Kit
£111.60
£124.00
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3 In Stock

Via ferrata lanyard with Eashook karabiners and anti-twist system.

Petzl Scorpio Vertigo
Petzl Scorpio Vertigo (with Krabs)
£81.00
£90.00
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3 In Stock

Retractable via ferrata lanyard with tearing energy absorber.

Petzl Shunt
Petzl Shunt
£64.80
£72.00
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3 In Stock

The best device for safeguarding abseils.

Petzl Sirocco Helmet
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Petzl Sirocco Helmet
£103.50
£115.00
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Mark III version of the amazing, ultra-lightweight helmet.

Petzl Sirocco Helmet Black
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Petzl Sirocco Helmet (size s/m 2023 model)
From £66.00
£110.00
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Mark II version of the amazing, ultra-lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet.

Petzl Sitta Harness
Petzl Sitta Harness
Petzl Sitta Harness
£144.00
£160.00
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2 In Stock

Top-end climbing and mountaineering harness.

Petzl Skyhook Size 1 - Narrow
Petzl Skyhook Size 1 - Narrow
£18.00
3 In Stock

Small radius skyhook for aid climbing progression or positioning.

Petzl Sm'D Screw-Lock Karabiner
Petzl Sm'D Screw-Lock Karabiner
£15.30
£17.00
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7 In Stock

Compact, D-shaped locking karabiner. A small hole allows other devices to be attached with cord.

Petzl Sm'D Twistlock Karabiner
Petzl Sm'D Twistlock Karabiner
£18.00
£20.00
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Compact, D-shaped auto-locking karabiner. A small hole allows other devices to be attached with cord.

Petzl Replacement Elastic Strap for Petzl Head Torches
Petzl Spare Strap E04999
£8.99
4 In Stock

Two part elastic strap kit for many recent Petzl head torches.

Petzl Replacement Elastic Strap for Tikkina, Tikka and Actik Head Torches (E072AA00)
Petzl Spare Strap E072AA00
£9.60
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Headband for Petzl Tikkina, Tikka, Tikka Core, Actik and Actik Core headlamps.

Petzl Spirit Express Quickdraw
Petzl Spirit Express Quickdraw
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£23.00
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6 In Stock

An excellent quickdraw for sport climbing and working routes. Available in three lengths.

Petzl Spirit
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Petzl Spirit Karabiner
From £10.80
£12.00
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Lightweight straight or bent solid gate karabiner particularly developed for sport climbing.

Petzl Split
Petzl Split Petzl Split
Petzl Split
£40.50
£45.00
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1 In Stock

25 litre rope bag with removable tarp; it can carry up to 120m of rope.

Petzl Standard Bulb for Myo FR00241BLI
Petzl Standard Bulb for Myo (FR00241BLI)
£3.00
1 In Stock

Standard spare bulb for Petzl Myo torches.

Petzl String Medium
Petzl String Medium (single)
£1.00
10 + In Stock

Holds the lower krab of a quickdraw firmly. Fits tape from 15 - 20mm.

Petzl String XL
Petzl String XL (single)
£1.20
10 + In Stock

Holds the lower krab of a quickdraw firmly. Fits tape from 25mm - 30mm.

Petzl Summit Evo
Petzl Summit Evo
£144.00
£160.00
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2 In Stock

Lightweight ice axe, but with enough weight in the head for good penetration in ice.

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