Petzl Zigzag

The Petzl Zigzag Descender mechanical prusik is an innovative piece of equipment. This version has no swivel so gives you the rigidity that climbers have asked for, the Zigzag Plus version has the swivel if that is your preference. Tree surgery will never be the same once you have used the zigzag, it allows you to move freely around the tree whether ascending or descending. Branch walking can sometimes be a bit of a balancing act but with the Petzl Zigzag Descender it now becomes a joy, tending the slack is so easy as you move back into the tree.

Using the classic prusik pulley system the Zigzag is simple to move over to from the friction cord system. The pulley is mounted on sealed efficient ball bearings which allow slack to be taken up easily.

OPTIONS

SRT - The Zigzag can now be used for SRT when coupled with the Petzl Chicane

Intuitive to use:

• technique identical to the classic Prusik pulley system
• the device locks automatically on the rope once the friction chain extends

For efficient movement within the tree:

• rope feed is smooth and precise thanks to the release lever, allowing the user great control over his/her movements. Adjusting the pressure on this lever controls the speed of movement
• easy to take up the slack, thanks to the pulley mounted on sealed ball bearings and the separated and curved side plates