The VERSO by Petzl is a simplified version of the REVERSO offering a lighter and more compact option for climbers looking to further reduce the weight/size of their rack of gear. The asymmetrical V-shaped grooved friction channels adapt the friction for better control using our ARC (Adaptive Rope Control) technology.
DECENT FEATURES of the Petzl Verso Belay Device
Ultra-light design
Hot-forged aluminum
Weight: 57 g
Single device for all ropes
Single ropes ≥ 8.9 mm
Half ropes ≥ 8 mm
Twin ropes ≥ 7.5 mm
ARC technology adapts to the diameter of the rope used by increasing or decreasing the braking friction on the rope according to its diameter and condition
Increased friction on thinner ropes
Adapted friction for efficiency with larger diameter ropes
Asymmetrical grooved sidewalls decrease friction when taking in slack for greater ease of use
Super compact design is easy to use and doesn't take up much space on your rack
Rope friendly design separates the two strands of rope when belaying with half/twin ropes or while rappelling, thus helping to prevents kinks
Stiff keeper cable will not get sucked into the device and keeps it in the optimal position while also helping to prevent dropping the device
Usage diagram engraved on device for ease of use
Use with symmetrical shaped locking carabiners (Am'D or WILLIAM) to maximiz
The SPECS
Weight: 57 g
Rope compatibility: For use on single ropes ≥ 8.9 mm, half ropes ≥ 8 mm, twin ropes ≥ 7.5 mm
"light, little, looks good and simply works"
03/11/13
What is there to say? It is everything you need in an ATC plus the design is light, little and looks good. Works as it should which is just perfect, after all you are trusting this to save your or your partners life so... It works.
Can wear out quicker than others, but it's really light. If you got $10 more, get the reverso 3 so you can multi-pitch.Kind of a pain on the thicker ropes with heavier climbers, I prefer the ATC guide for those.
This belay is great and very smooth. I've used it for a few weeks and am very satisfied. nice shinny appearance and very sharp looking. good bang for the buck. Ferb