Brand: Metolius

    Category: Climbing Slings

    Recommended by Doug Dobkowski, Outdoor Educator, Guide — North Conway, NH

    Highlights: durable, anchor building

    The Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored 120 Cm is a lightweight and robust climbing accessory crafted from high-strength Dyneema webbing, designed for quick and reliable anchor building on fast ascents. Its vibrant multi-colored design not only enhances visibility but also adds a touch of style to your climbing gear. 1. Constructed from durable Dyneema webbing, offering exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. 2. Measures 120 cm in length, providing versatility for various climbing setups. 3. 11 mm width ensures a secure grip and minimizes wear on climbing hardware. 4. Multi-colored design enhances visibility, making it easy to locate in your gear. 5. Lightweight construction allows for easy carrying without adding bulk to your climbing pack. 6. Ideal for both alpine and crag climbing, ensuring reliability in diverse conditions. 7. Tested for safety and performance, meeting industry standards for climbing gear. The Metolius Sling is perfect for climbers looking to build secure anchors during alpine ascents or at crags. It performs best in outdoor environments where quick and reliable setups are essential, making it suitable for both novice and experienced climbers. This sling excels in scenarios requiring rapid transitions, such as multi-pitch climbs or quick draws in ice climbing, and is a must-have for any climbing enthusiast seeking to enhance their gear collection.

    Price: $14.95

    Who it's for
    Trad and top-rope climbers who need versatile slings for anchor building and leading. Hosts specifically recommend the 120 cm double-length size for wrapping trees, building quad anchors, and extending past roofs.
    What people are saying
    Hosts consistently use these for anchor building — wrapping trees, equalizing multiple pieces of gear, and constructing quad anchors on bolts. The 60 cm length is recommended for making alpine draws on trad leads, with a couple of 120 cm slings added for roofs.
    Worth noting
    One host notes carrying at least two 120 cm slings per party as a standard rack item. No durability concerns or fit caveats are mentioned across the notes.

    Doug Dobkowski's review

    These are used for building anchors. The are long enough to encapsulate at least 3 pieces of gear or wrap around big trees. My climbing party always has 2 of these.

    Recommended by Doug Dobkowski, Outdoor Educator, Guide

    Frequently asked questions

    Who is the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling for?

    Trad and top-rope climbers who need versatile slings for anchor building and leading. Hosts specifically recommend the 120 cm double-length size for wrapping trees, building quad anchors, and extending past roofs.

    What do experts say about the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling?

    Hosts consistently use these for anchor building — wrapping trees, equalizing multiple pieces of gear, and constructing quad anchors on bolts. The 60 cm length is recommended for making alpine draws on trad leads, with a couple of 120 cm slings added for roofs.

    What should you know before buying the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling?

    One host notes carrying at least two 120 cm slings per party as a standard rack item. No durability concerns or fit caveats are mentioned across the notes.

    What does Doug Dobkowski say about the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling?

    These are used for building anchors. The are long enough to encapsulate at least 3 pieces of gear or wrap around big trees. My climbing party always has 2 of these.

    Why does Doug Dobkowski recommend Metolius?

    Doug Dobkowski recommends the Metolius Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling for climbing slings. These are used for building anchors. The are long enough to encapsulate at least 3 pieces of gear or wrap around big trees. My climbing party always has 2 of these.

    Is the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling a good climbing sling?

    Yes — Doug Dobkowski recommends the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling by Metolius as their climbing slings pick. These are used for building anchors. The are long enough to encapsulate at least 3 pieces of gear or wrap around big trees. My climbing party always has 2 of these.

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    What other hosts are saying

    3 experts recommend the Metolius Sling - 11 mm Multi-Colored Quad-Length Sling.

    Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

    I normally carry one of these double shoulder length slings for anchor building. They work great for quad anchors on bolts as well as for wrapping trees in top rope anchors.

    Recommended in Top Rope Anchors

    Dan Morley, Rock Climbing Guide

    For making your own alpine draws, I recommend using a 60cm sling and adding two non-locking carabiners. You'll want mostly 60cm alpine draws to trad lead, but you should add a couple 120cm double-length alpine draws for extending past roofs.

    Recommended in Trad Climbing Gear