With the creation of the BRD, we have achieved a simple, safe and
bombproof belay / rappel device. The principle behind the BRD is very
simple: as the load of a falling climber is applied, the carabiner is
pulled into the scientifically engineered rope slots and the rope is
squeezed between the carabiner and the BRD. The result is that a
tremendous amount of friction is generated, allowing the belayer to easily
catch long, hard falls with relatively light hand pressure. For
rappelling, the BRD will give you a relatively slow and controlled (and we
feel safer) rappel. If the rappel is moving too slowly, you can re-orient
the device for a speedier descent.
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The BRD is both versatile (single or
double ropes) and lightweight. The ergonomic horn gives enhanced control
while lowering and rappelling. It is easy to operate, has a high
strength-to-weight ratio and doesn't kink ropes. With its enormous
stopping power and slower, more controlled rappel, we feel the BRD is
clearly the safest plate-style device that has been made. Yet another
shrewd product from Metolius that has been made safer by design!
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