Anyone tried these for caving? https://www.heightec.com/product/descenders/prism-rope-access-descender/ Are bobbins made out of steel? Are they user-replaceable?

I still haven't bought a replacement of my CT Acles DX so I was wondering what are your long-term impressions on the new RIG for caving? Longevity, muddy/stiff ropes handling, annoying little details?

Somehow I missed this post 2 years ago and as I still haven't bought a Stop I rediscovered it :) What's your long-term review on the Prism? Seems like a decent device and price is good as well. Pity I can't find any videos with it online.

Good tip for the face smacking, thanks :)

Hi, Sometimes when I do rigging there are situation where I feel like using a skyhook - e.g. have to stay sideways at a bigger angle from the natural drop or flat wall with no natural steps to get into a stable position. Can you recommend something? This one looks good to me but based on what...

I see RIG2 quoted in many places but on Petzl's website it's just RIG. Is this a second version of the same product? How do I distinguish it from the old one?

What is the problem normally, rusty bolt head? Or perhaps "non-standard" nut size? Just spoke with a friend who purchases nuts and bolts frequently, said he got an M10 in 15mm...

Scratch that and look at this! https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001NYX44G/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&psc=1 If only we could find an alternative that didn't cost a kidney for a piece of metal...

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...

I'd kill a friend for this, my friend  ;D Any clue about make or model?

This S+0 is certainly interesting but is it safe to create this rope-to-rope rubbing? I wonder whether your won't increase your chances of melting it on a longer drop.

Seems like most of you are inclined towards Petzl Stop but I think I'll wait to see the new version first before I make up my mind. In the meantime I need to buy something to keep myself in good shape and I was thinking the CT Acles DX...

4mm - are you referring to the bobbin thickness? Not sure where you can find a different version of the Stop online, will be glad if you can point me to a one. Btw, a couple of Facebook posts from worn out Stops (might require membership in groups called Cavers of Facebook and Crappy Caving)...

It's a pain in the ass, indeed. Especially when you reach a re-belay, clip your short cowstail, and forget to move down the upper ascender so it gets fully loaded. It's an experience you remember for a lifetime:) It's probably the best braking carabiner on the market but will it stop you from...

Hi, I recently graduated the caving course in Bulgaria and feel fairly confident using a Petzl Simple descender. However it has some limitations which you are all familiar with and descending fast or muddy ropes is no joy with this gear. Some background for what I need to deal with - short...