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Akimbo Belay Device
SKU: Rock Exotica | RO-RG80
- Regular price
- £272.00 Ex VAT
- £326.40 Inc VAT
- RRP: £340.00 Ex VAT
- Sale price
- £340.00 £272.00 Ex VAT
- Regular price
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- £408.00 £326.40 Inc VAT
- Was £340.00 Ex VAT
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Product information & specifications
Rock Exotica Akimbo – Mid-Line Attachable Friction Device for SRS & MRS
The Rock Exotica Akimbo is a highly versatile arborist friction device designed to let climbers ascend, descend and position efficiently on both stationary rope systems (SRS) and moving rope systems (MRS) without changing equipment. Its mid-line attachable design means the rope can be installed or removed in seconds without detaching from your harness, making it a practical, high-performance tool for modern canopy work.
Built for adjustability and control, the Akimbo features tool-free bollard adjustment to suit different rope diameters, climber weights and friction preferences. This allows arborists to fine-tune performance for changing rope types, environmental conditions and normal wear, delivering a compact and highly adaptable climbing device for professional tree work.
Key Features
- Mid-line attachable friction device for fast rope installation and removal
- Suitable for both SRS and MRS climbing methods
- Ascend, descend and position without changing equipment
- Tool-free adjustable bollards for rope size and friction tuning
- Compact, lightweight design for efficient canopy movement
- Chest harness wire gate connection for quick SRS attachment
- Accepts a wide range of approved arborist climbing ropes
- Designed to stay attached to the climber during rope transitions
Designed for Modern Arborist Climbing
The Akimbo is built for arborists who want one device that can handle ascent, descent and work positioning across both primary climbing methods. Its dual-system capability makes it ideal for climbers who move between SRS and MRS depending on the tree, anchor point or work style.
Adjustable Friction and Rope Compatibility
The upper and lower bollards adjust easily without tools, allowing the climber to optimise friction for rope diameter, working load and climbing conditions. This makes the Akimbo highly adaptable and helps maintain smooth performance across a broad range of approved climbing lines.
Compact Construction and Mid-Line Function
The device opens quickly for mid-line rope attachment and compresses back into a compact working form when loaded. This makes it efficient to install, easy to carry on the harness and practical for day-to-day arborist use where speed and simplicity matter.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Rock Exotica Akimbo |
| Product Type | Mid-line attachable friction device |
| Climbing Methods | SRS and MRS |
| Adjustment | Tool-free bollard adjustment |
| Mid-Line Attachment | Yes |
| Maximum WLL | Up to 130kg depending on approved rope |
Approved Rope Compatibility
| Working Load Limit | Approved Rope Models |
|---|---|
| 100kg | Courant Squir 11.5, Liros Safe Plus 11.5, Marlow Venom 11.8, Samson Voyager Cool 11.8, Teufelberger XStatic 11.7, Yale Poison Ivy / Blue Moon 11.7 |
| 130kg | All Gear Blue Craze II 11.8, Cherry Bomb II 11.8, Inferno 11.8, Mardi Gras 11.8, Courant Kalimbo 11.8, Cousin Atrax 11.6, Cousin Lignum 12.5, Drayer Tango StatX 11.5, Edelrid Direction Up 13, English Braids Silvatex 16 12.4, FTC Nigma 12, FTC Acid 12.1, Liros Safe Vision 12.8, Liros Safe Plus 11.5, Notch Banshee 11.7, Notch Sasquatch 13, Samson ArborMaster 12, Samson Vortex 12.7, Samson V-16 12.8, Samson V-24 12, Samson V-24 13, Sterling Element 12.8, Sterling HTP 12.5, Sterling Scion 12.5, Sterling WorkPro 12.5, Teufelberger Fly 11.1, Teufelberger Drenaline 11.8, Teufelberger Tachyon 11.5, Yale Scandere 11.7 |
Ideal For
- Professional arborist climbing and canopy positioning
- Using both SRS and MRS without changing devices
- Fast rope installation and removal mid-line
- Fine-tuning friction for rope and climber preferences
- Efficient movement during pruning and dismantling work
Best For
The Rock Exotica Akimbo is best for experienced arborists who want a compact, adjustable friction device that works across both stationary and moving rope systems with approved climbing lines.
Why Choose the Rock Exotica Akimbo?
The Akimbo gives professional climbers a highly adaptable all-in-one climbing device that supports ascent, descent and positioning without switching equipment. With tool-free adjustment, mid-line attachment and wide rope compatibility, it is a strong choice for efficient, modern arborist climbing.
Rock Exotica Akimbo – Mid-Line Attachable Friction Device for SRS & MRS
The Rock Exotica Akimbo is a highly versatile arborist friction device designed to let climbers ascend, descend and position efficiently on both stationary rope systems (SRS) and moving rope systems (MRS) without changing equipment. Its mid-line attachable design means the rope can be installed or removed in seconds without detaching from your harness, making it a practical, high-performance tool for modern canopy work.
Built for adjustability and control, the Akimbo features tool-free bollard adjustment to suit different rope diameters, climber weights and friction preferences. This allows arborists to fine-tune performance for changing rope types, environmental conditions and normal wear, delivering a compact and highly adaptable climbing device for professional tree work.
Key Features
- Mid-line attachable friction device for fast rope installation and removal
- Suitable for both SRS and MRS climbing methods
- Ascend, descend and position without changing equipment
- Tool-free adjustable bollards for rope size and friction tuning
- Compact, lightweight design for efficient canopy movement
- Chest harness wire gate connection for quick SRS attachment
- Accepts a wide range of approved arborist climbing ropes
- Designed to stay attached to the climber during rope transitions
Designed for Modern Arborist Climbing
The Akimbo is built for arborists who want one device that can handle ascent, descent and work positioning across both primary climbing methods. Its dual-system capability makes it ideal for climbers who move between SRS and MRS depending on the tree, anchor point or work style.
Adjustable Friction and Rope Compatibility
The upper and lower bollards adjust easily without tools, allowing the climber to optimise friction for rope diameter, working load and climbing conditions. This makes the Akimbo highly adaptable and helps maintain smooth performance across a broad range of approved climbing lines.
Compact Construction and Mid-Line Function
The device opens quickly for mid-line rope attachment and compresses back into a compact working form when loaded. This makes it efficient to install, easy to carry on the harness and practical for day-to-day arborist use where speed and simplicity matter.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Rock Exotica Akimbo |
| Product Type | Mid-line attachable friction device |
| Climbing Methods | SRS and MRS |
| Adjustment | Tool-free bollard adjustment |
| Mid-Line Attachment | Yes |
| Maximum WLL | Up to 130kg depending on approved rope |
Approved Rope Compatibility
| Working Load Limit | Approved Rope Models |
|---|---|
| 100kg | Courant Squir 11.5, Liros Safe Plus 11.5, Marlow Venom 11.8, Samson Voyager Cool 11.8, Teufelberger XStatic 11.7, Yale Poison Ivy / Blue Moon 11.7 |
| 130kg | All Gear Blue Craze II 11.8, Cherry Bomb II 11.8, Inferno 11.8, Mardi Gras 11.8, Courant Kalimbo 11.8, Cousin Atrax 11.6, Cousin Lignum 12.5, Drayer Tango StatX 11.5, Edelrid Direction Up 13, English Braids Silvatex 16 12.4, FTC Nigma 12, FTC Acid 12.1, Liros Safe Vision 12.8, Liros Safe Plus 11.5, Notch Banshee 11.7, Notch Sasquatch 13, Samson ArborMaster 12, Samson Vortex 12.7, Samson V-16 12.8, Samson V-24 12, Samson V-24 13, Sterling Element 12.8, Sterling HTP 12.5, Sterling Scion 12.5, Sterling WorkPro 12.5, Teufelberger Fly 11.1, Teufelberger Drenaline 11.8, Teufelberger Tachyon 11.5, Yale Scandere 11.7 |
Ideal For
- Professional arborist climbing and canopy positioning
- Using both SRS and MRS without changing devices
- Fast rope installation and removal mid-line
- Fine-tuning friction for rope and climber preferences
- Efficient movement during pruning and dismantling work
Best For
The Rock Exotica Akimbo is best for experienced arborists who want a compact, adjustable friction device that works across both stationary and moving rope systems with approved climbing lines.
Why Choose the Rock Exotica Akimbo?
The Akimbo gives professional climbers a highly adaptable all-in-one climbing device that supports ascent, descent and positioning without switching equipment. With tool-free adjustment, mid-line attachment and wide rope compatibility, it is a strong choice for efficient, modern arborist climbing.
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- Products must be unused and in original condition
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UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- FREE UK Standard Delivery
applies to eligible UK orders over £75 ex VAT.
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00
Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days - Rest of the World from £12.00
Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
