C
urved Hex

We've dramatically improved upon the classic hex design by adding curved faces.  This opens up innumerable placement options by allowing the Curve Hex to slide past nubbins and irregularities that would block a traditional, straight-sided hex.  The curves also allow C.H.s to cam into position by rotating on the convex face and setting up super-stable, 3-point contact with the concave side.  Each piece offers four different placement options yielding a range that is similar to a camming unit of comparable size. 

Curve Hexes are very lightweight and work better than cams in iced up, wet, or dirty cracks, making them indispensable for alpine climbing.  C.H.s also make a great starting point for learning the basics of traditionally protected routes.  It's easy to judge placement quality and they're a great value at about 1/5 the price of a cam.

Curve Hex

bullet The classic hex design improved by adding curved faces
bullet 4 placement options
bullet The range of a cam at a fraction of the price and weight
bullet Color coded tubing makes identification easy
bullet Extruded 6061 - T6 Aluminum
bullet Pre-packaged set of all 10 Curve Hexes
bullet 10% discount off of regular retail pricing
bullet Recyclable packaging
bullet Includes comprehensive instructions on use, care and maintenance
bullet Price:  $119
bullet At this time we are only selling Curve Hexes individually. Please visit your local retailer for complete sets.

 

Alpine Hex Set

bullet Curve Hexes with Dyneema for better extension and less
bullet Prime sizes for alpine and trad routes: #6 - #10
bullet Same strength ratings as regular hexes
bullet Sold only in sets
bullet Price:  $69
bullet At this time we are not selling Alpine Hex Set via the website. Please visit your local retailer for these sets.

 

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We've dramatically improved upon the classic hex design by adding curved faces.  This opens up innumerable placement options by allowing the Curve Hex to slide past nubbins and irregularities that would block a traditional, straight-sided hex.  The curves also allow C.H.s to cam into position by rotating on the convex face and setting up super-stable, 3-point contact with the concave side.  Each piece offers four different placement options yielding a range that is similar to a camming unit of comparable size.  Curve Hexes are very lightweight and work better than cams in iced up, wet, or dirty cracks, making them indispensable for alpine climbing.  C.H.s also make a great starting point for learning the basics of traditionally protected routes.  It's easy to judge placement quality and they're a great value at about 1/5 the price of a cam.

 

size dimensions
min.   max.
strength weight price BUY!
1 .42 - .61"
(10.7 - 15.5mm)
1350 lbf
(6 kN)
0.7 oz
(20 g)
$10.50 Buy #1
2 .46 - .67"
(11.7 - 17.0mm)
1350 lbf
(6 kN)
0.8 oz
(23 g)
$10.50 Buy #2
3 .55 - .79"
(14.0 - 20.4mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
1.4 oz
(40 g)
$10.50 Buy #3
4 .65 - .90"
(16.5 - 22.9mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
1.7 oz
(48 g)
$10.50 Buy #4
5 .85 - 1.10"
(21.6 - 27.9mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
1.8 oz
(51 g)
$13.50 Buy #5
6 1.05 - 1.30"
(26.7 - 33.0mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
2.1 oz
(60 g)
$13.50 Buy #6
7 1.25 - 1.66"
(31.8 - 42.2mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
2.6 oz
(74 g)
$15.50 Buy #7
8 1.57 - 2.02"
(39.9 - 51.3mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
3.5 oz
(99 g)
$15.50 Buy #8
9 1.93 - 2.60"
(49.0 - 66.0mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
4.7 oz
(133 g)
$17.50 Buy #9
10 2.12 - 2.92"
(53.9 - 74.2mm)
2250 lbf
(10 kN)
6.0 oz
(170 g)
$17.50 Buy #10

 

Features:

bullet The classic hex design improved by adding curved faces
bullet 4 placement options
bullet The range of a cam at a fraction of the price and weight
bullet Color coded tubing makes identification easy
bullet Extruded 6061 - T6 Aluminum

Curve Hex Packaged Set #1 - #10:

bullet Pre-packaged set of all 10 Curve Hexes
bullet 10% discount off of regular retail pricing
bullet Recyclable packaging
bullet Includes comprehensive instructions on use, care and maintenance
bullet Price:  $119
bullet Buy:  Curve Hex Packaged Set #1 - #10
 



 

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