Petzl has introduced a new climbing helmet called the scirocco. It weighs a scant 165 grams, it’s made from expanded polypropylene, the same material found in the number of your car. Yes, I know it’s orange. I’ll tell you up front, that their work with materials is so new that Petzl does not not recommend painting or dipping the helmet. It will definitely negate their safety rating. However, a mesh or cloth cover could easily be applied.
Check out how much you can flex the Scirocco without breaking it. I see a lot of potential there, partially with the patented magnetic buckle. Once the two parts are close they snap into place.
The new Micro Traxion is an evolutionary development of the long standing Mini Traxion progress capture pulley. Used to self belay or for hauling, the Micro Traxion is only 85 grams and features sealed ball bearing pulleys which offer a 91% efficiency.
