Brand: Sterling
Category: Climbing Anchors & Rigging Components
Recommended by Dan Morley, Rock Climbing Guide — Gambrills, MD
Highlights: durable
The 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop by Sterling is a premium climbing accessory designed for versatility and reliability, offering climbers a lightweight and durable solution for creating anchors and rigging systems. Its innovative design enhances safety and ease of use, making it an essential tool for both novice and experienced climbers. 1. Diameter: 6.8 mm, providing a compact and lightweight option for climbing applications. 2. Length: 13.5 inches, ideal for creating effective loops and anchors in various climbing scenarios. 3. Material: Constructed from high-strength nylon, ensuring durability and resistance to abrasion. 4. Design: HollowBlock2 technology allows for easy knotting and un-knotting, enhancing efficiency during climbs. 5. Weight: Lightweight design minimizes bulk without sacrificing strength, making it easy to carry on any climbing adventure. 6. Safety: Engineered to meet stringent safety standards, providing peace of mind for climbers in challenging environments. 7. Versatility: Suitable for a range of climbing activities, including sport climbing, trad climbing, and rescue operations. The 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop is primarily intended for climbing and rigging applications, excelling in environments where safety and reliability are paramount. Ideal for both recreational and professional climbers, it performs best in outdoor settings such as rock faces and mountainous terrains. This product is particularly beneficial for users who require a dependable loop for anchor systems or when setting up belays. Its lightweight design makes it suitable for year-round use, ensuring that climbers can rely on it in various conditions and scenarios.
Price: $30
- Who it's for
- Climbers and rappellers who want a dedicated friction hitch loop for third-hand backup, hauling, or rescue systems. It suits those who prefer a purpose-made aramid loop over tied accessory cord.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise it as a reliable, durable third-hand backup for rappelling and rescue use. No criticism appears across the nine notes — feedback is uniformly positive but thin on detail.
- Worth noting
- Made from heat-resistant aramid material, which hosts flag as essential for rappel friction hitch use. Works for klemheist hitches, ascending, descending, and pulley/rescue systems.
Dan Morley's review
To make a klemheist hitch to the static rope for your personal fall protection while working at the edge. This device can also be used for ascending, descending, and rescue systems.
Recommended by Dan Morley, Rock Climbing Guide
Frequently asked questions
Who is the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in. for?
Climbers and rappellers who want a dedicated friction hitch loop for third-hand backup, hauling, or rescue systems. It suits those who prefer a purpose-made aramid loop over tied accessory cord.
What do experts say about the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in.?
Hosts consistently praise it as a reliable, durable third-hand backup for rappelling and rescue use. No criticism appears across the nine notes — feedback is uniformly positive but thin on detail.
What should you know before buying the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in.?
Made from heat-resistant aramid material, which hosts flag as essential for rappel friction hitch use. Works for klemheist hitches, ascending, descending, and pulley/rescue systems.
What does Dan Morley say about the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in.?
To make a klemheist hitch to the static rope for your personal fall protection while working at the edge. This device can also be used for ascending, descending, and rescue systems.
Why does Dan Morley recommend Sterling?
Dan Morley recommends the Sterling 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in. for climbing anchors & rigging components. To make a klemheist hitch to the static rope for your personal fall protection while working at the edge. This device can also be used for ascending, descending, and rescue systems.
Is the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in. a good climbing anchors & rigging component?
Yes — Dan Morley recommends the 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in. by Sterling as their climbing anchors & rigging components pick. To make a klemheist hitch to the static rope for your personal fall protection while working at the edge. This device can also be used for ascending, descending, and rescue systems.
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What other hosts are saying
9 experts recommend the Sterling 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 Loop - 13.5 in..
Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
This is the friction hitch I use as my third hand backup while rappelling, as well as for any type of rescue situation.
Recommended in Sport Climbing
I use this as my "Third Hand" when rappeling. I like how it grabs the rope and it is made out of heat resistant material which is essential when rappelling.
Recommended in Multipitch
John Willard, Founder & Lead Guide @ Willard Mountain Guides
my "third hand"
Recommended in Rock Climbing
This is a great choice for friction friction hitches and rappel back-ups or "third hand".
Recommended in General Climbing Gear
Jarrod Blundy, Founder/Guide at Onward Mountain Guides
Better than a tied-off accessory cord, this lives as my backup friction hitch loop for buddies and building pulley systems.
Recommended in Ice Climbing Kit
Friction on the rope, third hand rappel, rope grab for hauling
Recommended in Rock
Chris Johnson, Apprentice Climbing Guide, Professional Ski Patroller
The go-to aramid prussik loop. I nearly always use a third-hand backup for my rappels and the Hollowblock is a durable, easy to use choice.
Recommended in Trad Climbing Gear
Philip Burnett, Weber State University Rental Manager
Great third-hand loop.
Recommended in Winter Alpine Climbing
