Choosing the belay mode
Warnings
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- Mastering these techniques requires specific training. Work with a professional to confirm your ability to perform these techniques safely and independently before attempting them unsupervised.
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Choosing the belay mode
You can use the selection knob to choose the belay mode (top-rope or lead climbing).
Locking the knob:
It is possible to lock the belay mode.
This function is optional; the operation is the same with the selector locked or unlocked.
When to use the top-rope belay mode?
The top-rope belay mode allows:
- slack to be taken up easier, due to the greater sensitivity and speed of the cam's locking action
- more convenient belaying and helps avoid bad habits, such as keeping the rope too tight.
So this belay mode is preferred in the following situations:
- Supervision of children/beginners learning how to top-rope belay in climbing school.
- Occasional rope climbing with the GRIGRI.
- Belaying the second in multi-pitch climbing
