Brand: Wild Country

    Category: Climbing Protection

    Recommended by Katie Mayo, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor — Bishop, CA

    Highlights: beginner friendly

    The Wild Country Friend Camming Device is a premium climbing protection piece that combines innovative design with reliable performance, ensuring climbers can confidently tackle challenging routes. Its lightweight construction and intuitive operation make it an essential addition to any climbing rack, whether for beginners or seasoned pros. 1. Twin axle design expands usable range and includes built-in cam stops for enhanced security. 2. Single stem construction allows for smooth placements and easy cleaning of gear. 3. Grippy trigger mechanism ensures secure handling, even when wearing gloves. 4. Extendable Dyneema sling reduces rope drag, eliminating the need for extra quickdraws on wandering routes. 5. Lightweight and durable materials make it ideal for alpine climbing and long trad routes. 6. Designed for smooth handling, providing climbers with confidence during critical placements. 7. Suitable for both novice and experienced climbers, enhancing any climbing rack. The Wild Country Friend Camming Device is primarily intended for traditional climbing, excelling in both alpine environments and long, meandering crack routes. It performs best in varied conditions where reliability and ease of use are paramount, making it ideal for climbers of all skill levels. Whether you're building your first rack or refining your gear collection, this camming device is perfect for tackling challenging climbs in any season.

    Price: $99.95

    Katie Mayo's review

    The Wild Country (WC) "friends" can be extended without an alpine draw, which I think makes them more convenient for new trad leaders.

    Recommended by Katie Mayo, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

    Frequently asked questions

    What does Katie Mayo say about the Friend Camming Device?

    The Wild Country (WC) "friends" can be extended without an alpine draw, which I think makes them more convenient for new trad leaders.

    Why does Katie Mayo recommend Wild Country?

    Katie Mayo recommends the Wild Country Friend Camming Device for climbing protection. The Wild Country (WC) "friends" can be extended without an alpine draw, which I think makes them more convenient for new trad leaders.

    Is the Friend Camming Device a good climbing protection?

    Yes — Katie Mayo recommends the Friend Camming Device by Wild Country as their climbing protection pick. The Wild Country (WC) "friends" can be extended without an alpine draw, which I think makes them more convenient for new trad leaders.

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    What other hosts are saying

    2 experts recommend the Wild Country Friend Camming Device.

    Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

    With extendable slings and great trigger action, I carry a single #4 Wild Country Friend and another #4 from Black Diamond so I have different camming ranges to increase my placement options.

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