The Petzl Connect Adjust - Everything you need to know // DAVE SEARLE

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We take a deep look into the @PetzlSportVideos connect adjust and some similar devices. In this video I show you how to set them up, how to make a rappel extension and why I mostly use the single connect adjust rather than the Dual Connect Adjust. We talk about scenarios that they are super useful and when they are not that useful. I hope you enjoy!

Disclaimer: This video isn't sponsored by Petzl. I am a petzl Ambassador but the did not pay me to make this video. This video is for entertainment purposes only. be sure to make your own decisions about what you learn on the internet.

0:00 Intro
1:11 Looking at the device
2:48 Carabiners
4:06 Different Versions
4:26 Connecting to the harness
7:03 Why do I like them
10:57 Skiing
11:47 tidying it away
14:43 Creating a Rappel Extension
17:20 Dual Connect Adjust
18:21 Changing the cord
19:51 edelrid alternative
21:13 Outro

[andRetired]

I appreciate that while not sponsored by edelrid, you show the pros and cons of the alternatives. Similarly, I appreciate showing the pros and cons of modifying the connect adjust with alternative cords. We can all read the official statements and instructions from Petzl and then choose our own adventure, but it is nice to see a sponsored person from Petzl not "just" towing the company line. Well done on finding a good balance between the two!

[simonsteinberger]

The slip knot solution for stowing away the Adjust rope is brilliant +1 Thank you!

[howtoclimb]

You won me over when you said you rack gates out!

[blksde]

Thank you for this helpful video. Your tip about the slipknot is super useful.

Anyone who doesn't have a Connect Adjust yet and is thinking of buying one might want to wait a bit. I found some pictures of an updated version that has not yet been released by Petzl, but will probably be on the market in 2024.

The new model has a Dyneema loop for attaching to the belay loop and a small eyelet through which you can thread a small thread.

[jinx]

I use a Beal Espresso (built rapp extension is great). The drawback of it is there is no length adjust however I have added this simply with a prusik (still attaching the espresso end to the carb). This also gives the advantage of having a second prusik on you for any rope climbing. It isn't as long as the petzl but that has its positives and negatives.

[tomdeschrijver]

If you have to unload the system frequently to adjust the length, I find it more easy to attach the Adjust the other way around. Clip the device to your harness with the carabiner and use a second carabiner in the big loop to attach to the anchorpoint. To unload the system pull yourself up using the second carabiner or the big loop as a handle. With your other hand you can give more slack in the system at the device near your harness. Greetings from Belgium and much appreciation for the in depth explanation.

[austris_]

Perfectly structured video!
A couple of months ago I saw your setup and since I've been also using my adjust with Sm'd Twist Lock, so much easier than a screw gate I had before.

Ever since Petzl Connect Adjust came out, it has been my favourite piece of climbing gear. I couldn't recommend it more highly!
When I keep it on the harness, I have found the partially extended version going behind draws and cams the best for me. In probably 4 years since I had it, I never encountered issue of that setup being too short.
Altough I use it a lot on multipitches (sport and trad), I have found it extremely useful for single pitch sport climbing too, especially when projecting - clipping to draws for resting or stick-clipping bolts above. Also when cleaning weirdly placed anchors - ability to adjust the distance from achor is super useful.

[dj_hunter]

for storing I extend the sling, clip it to the second gear loop and shove the remaining slack under the leg loop. easy, fully extended, neatly stored...

as for the carabiner, I have the feeling I want the safest connection for myself... hence I always have used a ball lock, which worked fine. recently I have switched from Am'D to an ovalo, as this one is smaller and feels easier to operate.

for rappelling I use a 40 cm edelrid aramid sling and clove hitch the carabiner. find it perfect in length and also useful for threading whilst climbing.

[shatter]

For storing it on your harness try this: Make a bight in the connect adjust rope, feed the bight under the waist belt of your harness (can thread it up or down), clip the bight with the carabiner. Stays out of the way of other gear, can be placed anywhere around your torso, and is easy to pull out at full extension. Invented by me tinkering longer than I'd like to admit.

[mikesperrey]

perfect timing for this video - just bought mine from Snell!

[TomGoBravo]

Thank you for going over many uses of the connect. I use a rope tied as you show at 19m35s, using both tails of the eight to have two anchors for clipping in, rap extension etc.

[brettwebb]

Great video on why you use the adjust... I've always been reluctant to spend the money one when I can clove hitch the rope on trad or use a dyneema PAS as a rappelling extension/ attachment point (in the same way you use the adjust with the rap device mid way)... but you may have just converted me 😊

[tothmiklosistvan]

I use the KONG SLYDE, which works really well for me and is a much cheaper option. I put it on my harness at full extension and tuck the extra loop under one of my leg loops.

[Grethko]

I like that you included the vario in a few spots in a video released after the vario's been retired.

[riocaribepower]

Check the Rock Empire PIP. Slightly ligther and very easy to unload... BTW, nice OAK cap!

[SteveLong-Mountaineering]

Nice video Dave, it would be good to have an article about this (linked to the video of course) in Professional Mountaineer magazine. A 500 worder (1 page) would do the job...

[cayres]

Glad you found a use for that the edelrid!

[drytool]

In a rescue situation I like to have an anchoring system separate from the climbing rope.

[ivanlocke]

Hi Dave, thanks for the informative videos. Still wondering how I feel about my own connect adjust and this vid helps the love, or lack of. I am intrigued by that "girth-hitch-able" quick draw, can't find it anywhere. Looks like petzl made it, but not on their US website? How I can get a hold of some, they may be perfect for replacing old tat on my some of my ancient cams. Thanks!!! Ivan

[johntheguru]

That's the most diplomatic way of saying, this ain't gonna fit around your waist if you're a fat bastard 😂. Awesome video as always mate. Thorough and all from experience. Tip top 👌👌👌