Securing Tools

Securely securing tools for canyoning and caving is essential to prevent loss and ensure safety when using in challenging environments.
Tools such as hooks, hammers, drill sets and other equipment can easily get lost or become dangerous if not properly secured.

Here are some methods and tips for effectively securing tools:

1. Using Tool Leashes

Description: Elastic or non-elastic lines that attach tools to your harness.
Application:
- Hammers, hooks, and other heavy tools.
- Reduces the risk of tools falling into the depths.
Features:
- Carabiners at both ends.
- Stretchable leashes for freedom of movement.
- Shock absorbing material to reduce impact in the event of an unexpected fall.

2. Portable Tool Bags

Description: Rugged, waterproof bags that attach directly to a harness or rope system.
Benefits:
- Protects tools from water and mud.
- Keeps everything organized and within reach.
- Recommended Models:
  - Petzl Toolbag: Compact, designed for climbers and cavers.
  - Custom gear pouches made of heavy-duty Cordura.

3. Modular Attachment Systems

Description: Specific loops and holders on your harness or bag.
Application:
- Smaller tools such as brushes, markers, and wrenches.
Features:
- Made of sturdy material such as Dyneema.
- Positioning that allows quick access without restricting freedom of movement.

4. Magnetic Tool Holders

Description: Magnetic strips or pads that attach to the harness or near work positions.
Benefits:
- Prevents metal tools from getting lost in tight spaces.
- Ideal for situations where tools are frequently put down and picked up.

5. Carabiner and Daisy Chains

Description: Specific carabiners or rings to which tools can be attached.
Application:
- Anchor tools to a daisy chain on the harness.
Tip: Use carabiners with an automatic lock for extra security.

6. Extra Anchoring at Height

Description: When using tools on a ledge or near a water source, attach a secondary rope or line.
Application:
- Tools cannot fall into water or abysses, even if the primary line fails.

7. Portable Tool Holders

Backpacks or Spitkit bags:
- Choose models with internal compartments.
- Make sure they have drainage holes to drain water and mud.
Recommended options:
- Drybag for waterproof protection.
- Tool Pouch for compact carrying.

8. Tips for Secure Securing

Double Securing: Attach important tools to both a tool line and a bag.
Water-Resistant Material: Use material that is resistant to corrosion from water.
Check Regularly: Make sure lines, carabiners, and pockets are intact.
Weight Distribution: Keep heavy tools low and close to your body to maintain balance.

Correctly securing tools not only increases your efficiency, but also prevents unnecessary risks and material loss in extreme conditions.

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Petzl Tooleash
You can attach a tool to the extendable strap to prevent it from falling when you work at height. Thanks to its versatile connection system, you can use it as a tool line. Maximum length: 105 cm.
€ 24,⁰⁰
Petzl Toolink L
Is an auxiliary strap with which you can connect and secure a heavier tool up to 5 kg when working at height. Attaches to tool with a webbing clutch and anti-slip feature to keep it in place.
€ 36,⁰⁰ € 31,⁹⁹
Safety lace
A usefull connection for your rescue knive to the harness, your whistle to your helmet or your wrench/ hammer to the bolting bag. So you are sure not to loose it in the canyon or cave. Now available in 12 different colours.
€ 1,⁹⁵
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Beal Superleash
A retractable webbing-based equipment loop that allows tools to remain attached during use. The SUPERLEASH equipment holder holds heavy tools thanks to its extendable equipment loop.
€ 32,⁹⁵ € 29,⁹⁵
Beal Air Leash
Extensible stretch strap to connect to tools to stay connected while in use when working at height. Minimum length: 45 cm - Stretch under 500g: 150 cm. Maximum tool weight: 500 g.
€ 24,⁸⁰ € 21,⁹⁵
Edelrid Holster
The perfect attachment for the hammer to your belt when rigging / equipping. The Holster can be fixed on the canyon/cave/climbing harness.
€ 8,⁰⁰
Spanner 13 - 17 with magnet attachment
Complete kit of Espelbox consists of Magnetic Support: Powerful magnet encased in ultra abs, to prevent oxidation. Flat wrench 13 -17, Chrome vanadium, with rubber helix. Clamping force about 8.5 kg.