Petzl Spirit Express Quickdraw – 17 cm | Lightweight Multi-Pitch Climbing

Overview

The Petzl Spirit Express Quickdraw 17 cm combines a lightweight carabiner with an ergonomic sling, designed for cliff work and long routes. This setup aims to reduce weight while preserving clip quality, allowing climbers to stay focused on movement and route finding rather than gear management.

Why climbers choose Spirit Express

Key strengths include a low weight, glove friendly handling, and a setup that promotes smooth rope clipping. The curved bottom gate stabilizes the rope for fast clips, while the flat textured top gate provides a secure grip for handling near bolts. A dedicated string positioner at the bottom helps keep rope and webbing in the correct orientation, protecting webbing from abrasion.

Performance highlights

• WEIGHT SAVINGS: each piece contributes to lighter multi-pitch systems, with typical weights in the 89 to 104 g range depending on length.
• ERGONOMIC SLING: the EXPRESS sling has a variable width that is easy to grab and pull while working a route.
• OPTIMIZED CLIPPING: the bottom gate design stabilizes the rope for quick, fluid clipping even when hands are crowded with gloves.
• SECURE HANDLING: the top gate features a flat, textured surface for easier clipping into bolts or anchors.
• ROPE PROTECTION: a built in string positioner maintains correct orientation and shields the webbing from abrasion.

Versatility and durability

Available in three lengths 11, 17 and 25 cm, the Spirit Express Quickdraw adapts to diverse routes, helping you manage rope movement and minimize drag on longer climbs. Materials include aluminum carabiners, a polyamide sling, and a thermoplastic elastomer string, all designed to perform under challenging conditions. Certifications reflect ongoing safety standards without making claims about outcomes on specific routes.

Technical specs

• Major axis resistance: 23 kN
• Minor axis resistance: 7 kN
• Open lever resistance: 8 kN
• Opening width: straight lever 21 mm; curved lever 24 mm
• Lengths: 11 cm, 17 cm, 25 cm

Whether you are ascending cliff faces or tackling long excursions, Spirit Express Quickdraw aims to offer a balanced blend of weight, handling, and rope control. It is a practical choice for climbers who value efficiency when clipping, grip when guiding rope, and reliability across varied terrain.