For the most comfortable grip and ease of use, Petzl Ascensions win the prize.

This year, they’ve been refined to provide greater comfort, efficiency, and ease of use. The ergonomically shaped grip is over molded with rubber for greater friction and the broader surface provides greater comfort while pulling on the ascender. The grip is wider at the bottom providing better comfort for your hand during use. The index finger indent has also been increased offering greater efficiency when pulling on the ascender. The trigger to open/close the cam is now recessed inside the frame to avoid accidentally opening the cam while in use. The cam has been redesigned to minimize friction when sliding the ascender along the rope while the angled teeth provide secure grip in the worst conditions (wet, icy, or on muddy ropes). The geometry of the single piece aluminum frame ensures optimal handle orientation when the device is loaded and will maintain solid, comfortable performance even after thousands of feet of ascending.

Petzl Ascension Features:
• Multiple attachment points allow for different uses (e.g. self-belaying, haul systems, etc.)
• Anodized frames are color coded for easy identification (black/left, gray/right)
• Safety catch prevents the cam from opening too far thus keeping the rope captured for added safety
• 1 cm secondary hole at the bottom will accommodate a screw link for attaching aiders, slings, etc.

Petzl Ascension Specifications:
• For use with ropes between 8 and 13 mm in diameter
• Weight: 195 g (6.9 oz)
• Materials: aluminum frame, chrome-plated steel cam, rubber over molded plastic grip, nylon catch
• Color: black frame with orange handle (left) gray frame with orange handle (right)
• 3-year guarantee

Made in USA.

This is the Right hand model, sold by itself, without straps.