Review: Petzl GriGri+

I really like that Petzl focused on making the GriGri+ safer and more user friendly for inexperienced climbers. This new model will undoubtedly save the climbing community countless injuries and possibly even a few lives. Of course there are always a few uncertainties when it comes to new features. The introduction of the different belay modes and the anti-panic function make the new GriGri safer and easier to use but are unproven over the long term. Only time and extended usage will determine how these new features will react to real world abuse. However, given Petzl’s impeccable record of thoroughly testing gear before releasing it to the public I think it unlikely that they’ll become a warranty issue.