Nov 26, 2013 · As mentioned up thread, if using a Reverso/Guide/GiGi, rope age and diameter are critical, as is using a nice round-stock carabiner. Josh's method at belay transitions is …

Aug 23, 2021 · The Reverso does handle smaller ropes better than the full ATC (and vice versa for the ATC handling bigger ropes better), but I would still be concerned that when using a …

Oct 12, 2022 · After burning through my latest Petzl Reverso shockingly fast I'm thinking about an ATC with steel wear points for a bit more longevity, smoothness on lower/rappel and eco …

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Aug 17, 2009 · The reverso takes more effort to belay in auto block mode on thicker, stiffer less supple ropes. The guide takes a little more effort to control speed on rappel (at least for me @ …

Feb 2, 2022 · Comparitively, the Petzl Reverso 4 (and newer version) wear out pretty fast and much faster than the standard BD ATC guide. To Noel's point, basic round stock carabiners …

Jul 6, 2021 · Some people also like to have the rope bear on the spine when using a tube-style plaquette device like the Reverso or ATC Guide. My opinion is that too large of a carabiner for …

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May 26, 2017 · Because that reverso literally looks like it's never had a rope run through it. I can't imagine that thing has belayed more than 5 pitches in its entire life. The anodization inside the …

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