Kong Indy Evo

Jon

Member
Has anyone used one of these?

https://www.kong.it/en/2-products/items/f19-descenders/p280-indy-evo

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TheGrave

New member
Asked about the newer version (Indy Evo Plus) in Cavers of Facebook group and here is what I got:

Yuval Sobolyev

Pros:
1. Unlike Stop, it really stops even on thin ropes (8.5-9mm)
2. Bobins are much thicker and durable than in the Stop
3. Panic proof mechanism

Cons:
1. The Bobins can not be replaced
2. Very heavy (480g vs 326g)
3. Auto lock can not be disabled
4. The mechanism that lock it close made of metal and tends to bend and get stuck in an open position
 

JoW

Member
I tried one a couple of years ago and I found it incredibly difficult to use the handle and almost couldn't descended at all...! Though I guess it must work well for some people - maybe it depends on weight/strength etc?

What feature was it you liked the look of?
 

Jon

Member
JoW said:
I tried one a couple of years ago and I found it incredibly difficult to use the handle and almost couldn't descended at all...! Though I guess it must work well for some people - maybe it depends on weight/strength etc?

What feature was it you liked the look of?
I just like to keep abreast of alternative kit, wondered if it was worth trying.

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