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Via ferrata lanyards

Light, compact, easy to use, and safe

The mountain breeze whistles around your ears and your climbing shoes are securely placed on the narrow iron rungs that you’re working your way up, while the carabiners on your via ferrata lanyard glide safely along the wire rope. Compact, lightweight, and easy-to-use equipment makes all of this great fun. After all, the less you have to think about safety as you climb, the more you can enjoy your alpine experience. The latest generation of EDELRID via ferrata lanyards with the innovative new shock absorber offers precisely this ease of use. They are significantly lighter and more compact than all previous models while still fully complying with all the requirements of the new European standard on via ferratas and guaranteeing low impact forces in all weight classes from 40 kg. This enables even children and light climbers to enjoy safe and carefree via ferrata experiences.

  • The lightest and most compact via ferrata lanyards ever
  • Extremely easy to check for possible deployment
  • Remarkably low impact forces in all weight classes

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Choose your best via ferrata set

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    CABLE COMFORT TRI
    New, high-end via ferrata lanyard | integrated swivel prevents tangling
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    CABLE COMFORT VI
    High-quality via ferrata lanyard offering outstanding ease of use
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    CABLE KIT VI
    Compact via ferrata lanyard | outstanding handling
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    CABLE KIT ULTRALITE VII
    The lightest via ferrata lanyard on the market

    Shock absorber

    The shock absorber is the core element of any via ferrata lanyard. If you fall, this tears apart, extending the braking distance and absorbing the fall energy (impact force). This dampens the fall and significantly reduces the risk of severe injuries.

    A new European standard on via ferratas has been in force since 01/01/2017, which has led to via ferrata lanyards becoming larger and heavier. This is because, to date, manufacturers have only been able to meet the new requirements (lower impact forces in all weight classes and an extended braking distance of 2.20 meters) by using a far larger shock absorber. The consequence: heavier and more cumbersome via ferrata lanyards and less comfortable use.

    Our development team refused to just accept this situation and worked meticulously to create a particularly light and compact shock absorber that fulfills all the requirements of the new standard. This innovative shock absorber has now been incorporated into all EDELRID via ferrata lanyards, placing them among the lightest models on the market.

    A further highlight in the range of innovations from EDELRID—Thanks to new materials and a modified construction:

    The market’s lightest and most compact shock absorber for via ferrata lanyards!

      Which Via Ferrata Lanyard Should You Choose?

      We have four different models, all of which are equipped with the new shock absorber and elasticated arms for comfortable handling close to the body. They differ in their specific features, enabling you to choose the perfect via ferrata lanyard for you based on the intended use and your personal requirements.

       

      CABLE COMFORT

      The flagship of the EDELRID via ferrata collection.

      Thanks to its elasticated load arms and integrated swivel plus our new, highly compact shock absorber the high-end via ferrata lanyard offers outstanding ease of use. It conforms to the current European standard on via ferrata lanyards and enables safe, carefree fun on via ferratas. 

      • Rest loop situated right by the shock absorber
      • Elasticated webbing keeps the carabiners close to hand
      • Optimized One Touch II carabiners prevent fingers getting pinched between the wire rope and the carabiner gate
      • Integrated swivel prevents the webbing arms from twisting when clipping/unclipping

      • New shock absorber in compliance with EN 958: 2017: low impact forces in all weight classes

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      CABLE KIT

      The all-rounder with outstanding ease of use.

      This EDELRID classic has a compact design and wear-resistant elasticated webbing arms. The incorporation of the new shock absorber makes the CABLE KIT particularly easy to use. It conforms to the new European standard on via ferrata lanyards. 

      • Rest loop situated right by the shock absorber
      • Elasticated webbing keeps the carabiners close to hand
      • Optimized One Touch II carabiners prevent fingers getting pinched between the carabiner gate and steel cable
      • New shock absorber in compliance with EN 958: 2017: low impact forces in all weight classes
      • Conforms to EN 958: 2017 even with 180° misuse
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      CABLE COMFORT TRI

      High-end via ferrata set with outstanding ease of use.

      This high-end via ferrata set raises the bar for both handling and fun thanks to the triple-jointed swivel. This is because the additional flexibility eliminates tangling to offer maximum freedom of movement. The elasticated, narrow arms made of high-strength, wear-resistant HMPE keep the overall weight low. The tried and tested One-Touch II carabiners have a pleasant feel, are easy to use thanks to the large opening, and prevent the fingers from getting trapped between the cable and the gate. The short hanging length also simplifies handling.

      • Rest loop situated directly at braking device
      • Elasticated webbing keeps carabiners close to hand
      • Optimized OneTouch II carabiners prevent fingers getting pinched between the carabiner gate and steel cable
      • Energy absorber conforms to EN 958: 2017: low impact force for all weight classes
      • Swivel with 3 joints prevents twisting and provides freedom of movement
      • Thin, light, elasticated arms made of HMPE
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      CABLE KIT
      ULTRALITE

      The lightest via ferrata lanyard on the market.

      The featherweight model with wear-resistant elasticated arms and the new, compact shock absorber is particularly enjoyable to use. The CABLE KIT ULTRALITE also offers outstanding value for money and conforms to the new European standard on via ferrata lanyards. 

      • Rest loop situated right by the shock absorber
      • Ultra-light carabiners for optimum handling with minimum weight
      • Elasticated webbing keeps the carabiners close to hand
      • New shock absorber in compliance with EN 958: 2017: low impact forces in all weight classes.
      • Conforms to EN 958: 2017 even with 180° misuse
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      New Design for Even Simpler Functional Testing

      It is important to check that the via ferrata lanyard is fully functional prior to its use. Once the shock absorber has been deployed, the entire lanyard must be replaced. Visually inspecting the EDELRID via ferrata lanyards is quick and easy. Simply open the shock absorber’s bag and check for red indicator threads—these will only be visible if the shock absorber has been subjected to a fall or critical load. If this is the case, the via ferrata lanyard must be replaced.


       

        Want to Know More About How Via Ferrata Lanyards Work? 

        In our Knowledge Base article ‘In-Depth Knowledge about Via Ferrata Sets’, we share our knowledge about how a via ferrata lanyard works, how the shock absorber tears apart, and what loads and forces can occur when falling into a via ferrata lanyard. We also cover what you need to consider when using via ferrata lanyards.