Featherweight Crevasse Rescue System
Light enough to forget it's there. Effective enough to matter.

Pre-configured for use as a 3:1, 5:1 or 6:1 as needed. We recommend the 5:1 for most situations.

 

What's in the Kit

1× UHMWPE/Dyneema cord

2× UHMWPE/Dyneema prusiks with aluminum dog bones

2× High-efficiency steel ball bearing pulleys

1× Aluminum pull handle

1× 8kN carabiner

1× Storage pouch

 

How to use it

 

Watch these tutorials to see the Crevasta Kit in action.

 

Rope Ascension
How to ascend the rope using the Crevasta Kit after a crevasse fall.

 

3:1 Haul System
Setting up the 3:1 clipped directly to the anchor.

 

5:1 Haul System
Setting up and hauling with the 5:1 complex mechanical advantage — the recommended configuration for most rescues.

 

6:1 Haul System
Setting up the 6:1 drop loop configuration.