Also known as pins portaledge A portaledge is like a big, suspended bivy sac. It provides a tent and a bed in one unit which can be used to 'camp' while hanging from ropes, or resting on a very narrow rock ledge or tree limb. A portaledge looks a like a wide, flat hammock with extra ropes to hold it in place. A careful combination of pulleys makes it possible for a small amount of force to lift a large body. To be extra hip, just call it a draw .
Harnesses sometimes have loops for attaching a rack.
A variety of devices to improve the ease and safety of sliding down a rock face on a rope. These include plates, figure eights and tubes. Belay devices are usually designed to work with one or two ropes. The trade-off is that some belay devices can increase the wear and tear on your ropes. Used for rappelling and hanging belays.