CMI Stainless Steel Ropewalker Ascender

CMI Stainless Steel Ropewalker Ascender

Cutting Edge, Field Tested, Expedition Proven

CMI ascenders have been there on first ascents, grueling expeditions, and daring rescues, always returning to climb another day. CMI Ascenders are chosen by the most demanding users.

Features:

• CMI ascender bodies are extruded from aircraft grade aluminum and stainless steel. The aluminum bodies are finished with a hard powder coat to permanently protect them from the elements. All of CMI's ascenders easily accomodate 5/8" ropes. Numerous tie in points accomodate the largest carabiners in use today.
• The 17-4PH stainless steel springs in CMI's ascenders are tested to over a million cycles, simulating lifetimes of the most demanding use.
• Newly redesigned with a more aggressive grip and a thumb notch to simplify retraction. Cast from 4140 chrome moly steel and finished with an exclusive non metallic finish to to give the cams the same corrosion resistance as stainless steel.
• CMI molded plastic hand grips fit the contour of the ascender and feature an integrated safety that is easier to use and more comfortable on the hand than any other ascender on the market.
• Designed to accommodate left and right handed users, the Ropewalkers grabbing pressure is maintained by the beefiest spring wire in our lineup. Slots in the bottom are designed to pass chips, grit, and mud right on through. For ropes 7/16" - 5/8"