The Story
The Petzl Shunt slides in below your rappel device, working as a back-up and replacing friction hitches such as the prusik. The Shunt works with both single and half ropes.
Specs
- Rappel back-up device
- Easy to install on the rope
- Smooth clamping surfaces won’t damage rope
- May be used to ascend single or doubled rope
- All aluminum frame
- CE / UKCA Certifications
| Rope Diameter | Single ropes - 10-11 mm Doubled ropes - 8-11 mm |
| Weight | 188 g / 6.6 oz |
Description
The Petzl Shunt slides in below your rappel device, working as a back-up and replacing friction hitches such as the prusik. The Shunt works with both single and half ropes.
Specs
- Rappel back-up device
- Easy to install on the rope
- Smooth clamping surfaces won’t damage rope
- May be used to ascend single or doubled rope
- All aluminum frame
- CE / UKCA Certifications
| Rope Diameter | Single ropes - 10-11 mm Doubled ropes - 8-11 mm |
| Weight | 188 g / 6.6 oz |























