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The original Sticht plate
rappel device.
channels with asymmetrical lateral grooves that For a steep rappel with a tube-style device, I
Petzl says will “adapt the friction to the type of the prefer to hold the ropes with both hands below the
rope for better control.” device in the braking position, with the ropes going
These grooved friction channels regulate the down between my legs. For less-steep rappels I
amount of braking effect according to the rope’s hold the ropes off to my right side, since I’m right-
diameter and condition. The Reverso should be handed, and grab the ropes using my right hand as
used for rappelling only with the rope’s brake the brake hand at my hip.
strand or strands placed on the side of the V-shaped
channels.
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