Belay Device

A belay device is a mechanical piece of climbing equipment used to control a rope during belaying. It is designed to improve belay safety for the climber by allowing the belayer to manage their duties with minimal physical effort. Belay devices act as a friction brake, assisting the belayer in arresting motion of the rope when a climber falls.

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