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Petzl Pirana Full View

Pirana 2019

Rating

My vote: None ( 3.8 avg )

Description

The PIRANA descender offers multiple braking options and can be installed on the rope without removing it from the harness. Designed for use with canyoning descent techniques.

-Three different braking positions to select from before beginning a descent
-Two supplementary braking spurs allow friction to be varied during descent
-A carabiner with a cross section of 12 mm (e.g. ATTACHE) provides a tight fit in the small hole, creating a «rigid» carabiner / descender unit
-Stays securely attached to the harness during rope insertion, to help prevent loss
-Reduces the risk of leverage on the carabiner gate due to poor positioning
-When used correctly, the PIRANA prevents the formation of a lark's head hitch around the body and reduces kinks in the rope, without decreasing braking friction

The PIRANA descender offers multiple braking options and can be installed on the rope without removing it from the harness. Designed for use with canyoning descent techniques.

-Three different braking positions to select from before beginning a descent
-Two supplementary braking spurs allow friction to be varied during descent
-A carabiner with a cross section of 12 mm (e.g. ATTACHE) provides a tight fit in the small hole, creating a «rigid» carabiner / descender... 

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Retail price

US$ 39.95
Device Type ­
Weight (g) 90 g
Belay Brake Assist No
Rope Options 1 rope only
Guide Mode No guide mode
Teeth No
Rope Range (mm) 8.0 mm  - 13.0 mm ­­­
Certification ­
AVG RATING
4.02
( 4 avg )
Rating
4.02
( 4 avg )

Great piece of kit but finish could be better

Pros
The pirana works really well, especially for high water flows when canyoning
Cons
The finish isn't great (you can see the casting marks on the sides that haven't been cleaned up during manufacturing).
It would be better if it shipped with an appropriate biner.
Familiarity
I’ve used it a few of times
Watch a tour of Petzl's facilities as they explain all the testing involved

Warning: This video is dubbed in English. If you're getting antsy, skip to section 7:40-8:15 for one of the most interesting parts, where they show a hardware specific camera inspection.

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