Spelean New Zealand

12/09/2026

From UCO 🇺🇸: The magic of chasing larches. Put the phone on airplane mode. UNPLUG. Grab a few friends, fill your pack, lace up your boots and go find some gold.

There’s something about fall in the high country that makes you want to slow down. The mornings are colder. The air feels sharper. The crowds begin to thin. And somewhere above the treeline, an incredible transformation is underway. The alpine larches are turning gold. For a few short weeks each f...

12/09/2026

🎥 from 🟡Petzl Professional 🇫🇷: Consider this your reminder to inspect your PPE.

Detailed inspection must be performed at least once every 12 months, and after any exceptional event during a product's lifespan.

To simplify tracking and equipment management, use ePPEcentre by Petzl application.

11/09/2026

from 🟡Petzl Professional 🇫🇷: Consider this your reminder to inspect your PPE.

Detailed inspection must be performed at least once every 12 months, and after any exceptional event during a product's lifespan.

To simplify tracking and equipment management, use ePPEcentre by Petzl application.

10/09/2026

from 🟠Petzl 🇫🇷: - Belaying the leader from the anchor with a Munter hitch

To prevent the belayer from being pulled into the wall if the leader falls (for example, when there is a significant weight difference between the climbers or a risk of a fall at the start of the pitch), the leader can be belayed using a Munter hitch attached directly to the fixed anchor.

In this Petzl Tip, we show you how to belay using this method.

To learn more about this technique, be sure to read our tech tip on which belay system to use from the anchor.

09/09/2026

From GSI 🇺🇸: Smells like summer nights 🏕️✨

09/09/2026

from 🟠Petzl 🇫🇷: Getting ready for a multi-pitch mission?
Here is your gear checklist!

- Harness ✅
- Helmet ✅
- Rope ✅
- Belay device ✅
- Quickdraws (Make sure you have enough depending your route) ✅
- Lanyard ✅
- Carabiners ✅
- Slings ✅
- Windproof jacket ✅
- Hydration & plenty of snacks (granola bars are a must! 🍫) ✅
- Phone, power bank & topo ✅
- First aid kit (including an emergency blanket )✅
- Emergency kit: MICROTRAXION/TIBLOC, 6-7mm cord, knife & quick links ✅

ALL of this fits perfectly into the new BUG backpack!

What else would you add? Let us know your multi-pitch must-haves in the comments! 👇

07/09/2026

from 🟡Petzl Professional 🇫🇷: How to inspect your helmets

PPE inspection should not be left to chance. When conducted by a competent person, following a consistent routine ensures every critical component of your safety helmet is checked: shell, foam, headband, chinstrap…

Save this post for your next PPE inspection.

06/09/2026

From GSI 🇺🇸: Your campsite happy hour just got a serious upgrade. 🍸⛺

This insulated cocktail shaker set nests together, packs into a durable foam case, and goes wherever the adventure takes you. Silicone grip, sleek design, and keeps your drinks at the perfect temp, because a well-made cocktail shouldn't have to wait until you're home.

06/09/2026

from 🟡Petzl Professional 🇫🇷: Different jobs, different environments, one thing in common: Petzl helmets.

We're proud to see professionals around the world working in our helmets every day.

04/09/2026

from 🟡Petzl Professional 🇫🇷: Build the helmet that fits your day-to-day work with Petzl Custom.

Choose a vented or non-vented shell, standard or fluorescent colors, and personalize your helmet with your logo and accessories — from headlamps and visors to badge holders.