• Black Bow belay device with a silver metal wear surface, shown at an angle
  • Black Bow belay device, side view showing its large rope loop and hooked upper edge
  • Reverse side of the black Bow belay device with model markings and rope loop
  • Bow belay device guiding a blue climbing rope through its metal groove
  • Bow belay device attached to climbing ropes and harness during use
  • Bow belay device connected to a carabiner and blue climbing rope
  • Close-up of a Bow belay device gripping a blue climbing rope
  • Bow belay device clipped to a harness with blue and gray ropes threaded through
  • Bow belay device attached to a harness, with arrows indicating rope direction
  • Hands operating a Bow belay device on a blue climbing rope
  • Black Bow belay device attached to a pink climbing rope, held in one hand.
  • Black Bow belay device gripping a pink climbing rope during operation.
  • Black Bow belay device connected to a rope and carabiner, with a pink rope threaded through.
  • Close view of a hand holding the black Bow belay device with pink rope threaded through.
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Ocun

Bow Belay Device - Black

Bow Belay Device - Black

£32.00
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The Ocun BOW assisted braking belay device keeps weight down and rope handling smooth, whether you're working a route at the wall or heading out for a sport climbing session. At just 73 g, it's a compact addition to your climbing kit, with an ergonomic design built around feeding rope, taking in slack and controlled lowering.

Less weight. More time on the wall.

From evening training to days at the crag, BOW brings together low weight, a durable construction and practical handling. The abrasion-resistant metal insert protects the rope-contact area, while the plastic body is designed to withstand the knocks of regular use.

  • Weight: 73 g.
  • Rope compatibility: 8.5–11 mm, with the stated best performance on 9.5–9.8 mm ropes.
  • Assisted braking: supports rope management and catching a fall when used correctly.
  • Ergonomic design: allows smooth rope feeding and controlled lowering, with several lowering techniques covered in the manufacturer's guidance.
  • Construction: plastic body with an abrasion-resistant metal insert.
  • Standards listed: EN 15151-2 and UIAA 129.
  • Made in: the Czech Republic.
  • This colour: black. The BOW range also includes blue and white.

Built for regular climbing sessions

The lightweight construction keeps bulk down in your pack. The ergonomic shape and smooth rope handling make BOW a practical option for sport climbing and indoor training, whether you're building experience or returning to a project.

The body is designed to tolerate impacts, drops onto sharp surfaces and pressure from a loaded gear pack. It is not designed for extreme force, such as a hammer blow. Always assess equipment condition using the manufacturer's inspection guidance.

Lightweight assisted braking

At 73 g, BOW keeps your belay setup light without adding unnecessary bulk to your climbing kit.

Match it to your rope

BOW accommodates ropes from 8.5 to 11 mm, with the stated optimum range of 9.5 to 9.8 mm. Check your rope and the manufacturer's full compatibility guidance before use.

Clean design. Practical handling.

BOW pairs clean lines with a shaped lever for rope handling and lowering. This listing is for the black version.

Made in the Czech Republic

A compact device for regular training and sport climbing, with a durable metal insert where the rope runs through the device.

See the BOW up close

Watch the product video for a closer look at the device and its handling.

Belaying with BOW

Assisted braking is not hands-free belaying. Keep control of the brake strand and follow the manufacturer's instructions. These illustrations show rope management and lowering positions; they do not replace the full instructions or practical training.

Taking in slack

The illustration shows the hand positions and rope movement used when taking in slack. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for the complete sequence.

Feeding rope

The illustration shows rope feeding, with arrows indicating movement. Use the manufacturer's specified handling technique and maintain control of the brake strand.

Assisted braking during a fall

The braking assistance helps arrest rope movement during a fall. The brake hand remains essential to correct operation.

Controlled lowering

BOW offers several lever-handling positions for lowering, illustrated below. The lever allows rope movement while the brake hand controls the rope. Learn and practise the approved techniques using the manufacturer's instructions and qualified instruction before use.

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