ZÆD: SOFT & SAFE BELAY WITH WEIGHT DIFFERENCE

ZÆD is an adjustable belay resistor that allows lightweight climbers to belay their heavier climbing partner. It allows for soft belaying - our testers say ZÆD feels like belaying / being belayed by a climber of the same weight. Now you can enjoy sports climbing with soft belays, regardless of the weight difference.

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Choose your ZÆD

ZÆD comes in two flavors: stainless steel and titanium. The stainless steel version is robust, affordable and perfect for gym climbing. The titanium version is 20% lighter, so it's perfect for longer approaches to your favorite crag.

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Recommendation

The table shows the maximum recommended weight difference for a safe and soft belay during a sports climb without and with ZÆD at its different friction levels. The adjustability makes ZÆD your perfect companion even for changing climbing partners with different weight.

Download latest ZÆD user manual (PDF)

Safety

TÜV tested

There's no CE / EN / UIAA standard for belay resistors yet. That's why we decided to have ZÆD tested by TÜV Austria after the strictest standards.

Check the TÜV report

Made in the Allgäu

raed is based in Kempten, at the foot of the Bavarian Alps in Germany. We gather our inspiration from the time at the rock and on the summits of the Allgäu. Our products are proudly engineered and made right here at home in Germany.

History

About raed

With its origins in highlining raed has more than 10 years of experience in creating safe gear for alpine sports enthusiasts. Climbing is not just another business for us, it's a passion we live. Whether it's in the gym or at the steep rocks of the Alps, we value a good climb as much as you do. And we love to develop high quality gear for our passion - because we use it ourselves.

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