Rock Exotica Akimbo² Friction Device *

Description

Adjustable friction settings optimize performance on ropes ranging from 11.5 mm to 12.7 mm, all without tools and without an approved ropes list. The new Rock Exotica Akimbo² Friction Device also features an additional SRS tending option, as well as modifications for improved performance on rope and replaceable components that extend service life.

The Akimbo² is intended for experienced users and not for novice climbers. Read the user manual thoroughly before use.

The Akimbo² is a unique arborist climbing tool that enables the climber to ascend, descend, and position on both stationary and moving rope systems. The Akimbo² features rope contact surfaces (upper and lower bollards) that adjust to accommodate a wide range of rope sizes to suit the climber’s needs or preferences—all without tools or disassembling components. The bollards can also be adjusted to increase or decrease friction to accommodate changes in climber weight or changes in environment or adjust for natural wear of the Akimbo’s contact surfaces.

The Akimbo² opens easily to remove or install a rope midline in seconds and compresses back down into a compact form factor both on and off the rope. When climbing on stationary rope with a chest harness (SRS mode), Akimbo² offers two auxiliary connection points. The upper connection utilizes a wire gate that allows for the quick connect or disconnect of a non-PPE carabiner or loop of cord, while the main life-support connection point can also be used for attachment of a chest harness with a non-PPE carabiner.

• Accepts all arborist climbing lines from 11.5 mm to 12.7 mm (subject to user validation before climbing. See manual).
• Friction adjusts easily without tools.
• Suitable for both SRS and MRS climbing methods.
• SRS chest attachment wire gate provides quick connect/disconnect for cord or small carabiner.
• Ascend, descend, and position in the canopy without changing equipment.
• Lightweight and compact.

Rock Exotica Akimbo² Friction Device Specifications

• Part Number: RG81
• Rope Sizes: 11.5 mm – 12.7 mm
• WLL (Working Load Limit): 30 kg to 130 kg (66 lbs to 286 lbs)
• MBS (Minimum Breaking Strength): 23 kN (5,170 lbf)
• Weight: 301 gm (10.6 oz)
• Certification: CE