Want to spend the night on a cliff face or high up in a giant tree? Whether you're looking to do a multi-day climb or just a unique new camping experience, a portaledge is essential. We carry a ton of Climbing Gear, including Big Wall Protection like portaledges and belay seats.
What is a Portaledge used for?
A portaledge is a platform that is hung from an anchor and allows climbers to camp and sleep on sheer cliff walls and, in some cases, up in very high trees. While suspended, the portaledge serves as a base for rest, sleeping, cooking, and all of the other activities that go along with camping (except stuff like bocce ball). They come in both single and double models, with the larger doubles able to accommodate 2 sleeping climbers or one climber with plenty of room for more gear. They're very similar to belay seats, providing a flat horizontal surface where everything else is vertical.
How safe is a Portaledge?
Since you always wear a harness when you're on a Portaledge, they're quite safe. It can be intimidating for first-time users, with fears of rolling off in the night or tipping the angle enough to fall off, but there are safety redundancies that are always taken to mitigate any risks. As long as standard climbing safety equipment is properly used, a portaledge is just as safe as any other aspect of the sport.
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