Brand: BLUE ICE
Category: Climbing Slings
Recommended by Brent Smith, AMGA Rock Guide and Apprentice Alpine Guide — Denver, CO
Highlights: lightweight, anchor building, dyneema
The BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling in Black (60 cm) is an ultra-lightweight and versatile tool designed for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its innovative design ensures ease of use and storage, making it an essential addition to your gear collection. 1. Constructed from high-quality tubular webbing for enhanced durability and strength. 2. Weighs significantly less than traditional slings, promoting a lightweight carry for long treks. 3. Features color-coded lengths for quick and easy identification, streamlining your gear selection. 4. Compact design allows for effortless storage on your harness or in your backpack. 5. Versatile use for climbing, hiking, or securing gear, making it suitable for various outdoor activities. 6. Designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, ensuring reliability in diverse environments. The BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling is ideal for climbers, hikers, and outdoor adventurers seeking a reliable and lightweight solution for gear management. It performs best in rugged terrains and challenging weather, making it perfect for alpine climbing or multi-pitch routes. Suitable for both novice and experienced users, this sling excels in scenarios requiring quick access to gear, such as belaying or setting up anchors. Its compact nature also makes it a great choice for seasonal expeditions where every ounce counts.
Price: $14.95 - $27.95
- Who it's for
- Climbers building multipitch or quad-style anchors, and those rigging alpine draws. All three lengths get specific use: 60 cm for alpine draws, 120 cm as a double-length, 180 cm for anchor building.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the suppleness and ease of tying/untying, calling it a favorite over competing brands. One caveat: the dyneema material feels slick to grab.
- Worth noting
- The round cross-section is flagged as a reason it unties more easily than other slings. Notes are otherwise one-sided positive with only the slick texture as a repeated criticism.
Brent Smith's review
My favorite lightweight dyneema sling. The 180cm is perfect for quad-style anchors
Recommended by Brent Smith, AMGA Rock Guide and Apprentice Alpine Guide
Frequently asked questions
Who is the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling for?
Climbers building multipitch or quad-style anchors, and those rigging alpine draws. All three lengths get specific use: 60 cm for alpine draws, 120 cm as a double-length, 180 cm for anchor building.
What do experts say about the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling?
Hosts consistently praise the suppleness and ease of tying/untying, calling it a favorite over competing brands. One caveat: the dyneema material feels slick to grab.
What should you know before buying the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling?
The round cross-section is flagged as a reason it unties more easily than other slings. Notes are otherwise one-sided positive with only the slick texture as a repeated criticism.
What does Brent Smith say about the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling?
My favorite lightweight dyneema sling. The 180cm is perfect for quad-style anchors
Why does Brent Smith recommend BLUE ICE?
Brent Smith recommends the BLUE ICE BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling for climbing slings. My favorite lightweight dyneema sling. The 180cm is perfect for quad-style anchors
Is the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling a good climbing sling?
Yes — Brent Smith recommends the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling by BLUE ICE as their climbing slings pick. My favorite lightweight dyneema sling. The 180cm is perfect for quad-style anchors
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What other hosts are saying
7 experts recommend the BLUE ICE Missions Light Sling.
Clara Maynard, AMGA Apprentice Rock/Alpine Guide & Wilderness Medicine Instructor
These slings are round shaped and easiest to untie
Recommended in Crevasse Rescue
Ryan Harris, Mountain Guide and Ski Patroller
great lightweight dyneema sling, its a little slick to to grab, but its my favorite sling due to its versatility and suppleness
Recommended in back country skiing
Henry Ko, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor
Perfect for tying quads (180 cm triple length)
Recommended in Gym-to-Crag
Durable, lightweight, and easy to work with.
Recommended in Ice and Mixed climbing
Philip Burnett, Weber State University Rental Manager
Great lightweight sling for extending pieces or anchor building.
Recommended in Winter Alpine Climbing
I love how supple and easy to tie/untie this sling is. I have at least one of each length. I use the 60cm as my alpine draw, the 120cm is the double length, and I LOVE the 180cm for all things anchor building.
Recommended in Rock Climbing
