Mad Rock Lifeguard Vs Grigri

The mad rock lifeguard.

Mad rock lifeguard vs grigri.

It s only a little bit lighter but a lot more compact. The two devices are remarkably similar though each has distinct differences. The mad rock lifeguard is an active assisted braking device that is a good option for those looking for a smaller version of a petzl grigri while it s more compact than the grigris at 5 4 ounces it s not that much lighter than the 7 1 ounce grigri or 6 3 ounce grigri. It saves on size by eliminating the bottom track that the rope runs through but this decreases the smoothness when feeding.

Madrock lifeguard petzl grigri2 isc d2. The lifeguard does have the similar look as a grigri except it is smaller in size. Image posted by noah yetter on mountain project grigri black grey lifeguard red from my research i see similar positives and negatives for one versus another comparing between the grigri and the lifeguard. Lighter smaller cheaper better.

I was wondering if anyone had purchased the new madrock lifeguard assisted belay device and how it compares to the grigri. Other devices like the trango vergo and mad rock lifeguard are incompatible with the smallest or largest rope. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Among the active assist braking devices the mad rock lifeguard is a decent alternative for those that like to multi pitch climb with a grigri.

The birdie is a little bit heavier but should last a lot longer because of the all steel construction. After 25 years of dominating the market the grigri finally has a true rival. My final opinion of mad rock lifeguard. It s only a little bit lighter but a lot more compact.