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Rappelling Out of a Storm

A climber rappels through fresh snowfall in the Dolomite range of Trentino, Italy.

Image © Roberto Caucino : http://www.caucino.com/

Chariot Child Bicycle Trailer Recall

Recalled Chariot Child Bicycle Trailer

Chariot Carriers has recalled selected models of their popular child bicycle trailers and conversion kits. The trailer's hitch mechanism can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle.

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on 01/19

Cassin Joss Cam Recall

Recalled Cassin Joss CamsSierra Trading Post in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission have announced a recall of the Cassin Joss Cams. The cams may fail. Sold in the U.S. through Sierra Trading Post between 2003 and 2006.

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on 11/11

Aluminum Rappel Ring Recall

Recalled KONG descending rappel ringsThis recall is for unmarked aluminum rappel rings that were shipped by KONG and potentially other distributors. The rings have fractured and, in one case, apparently failed under body weight. The recall has been oddly handled through a variety of channels.

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Alex Kosseff

on 10/28

Trek FX and District Bicycles Recall

Trek Livestrong Recalled BikeTrek and the CPSC have announced a recall of 2012 FX and District bicycles. The bolt that secures the seat clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.

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on 10/27

Uvex Funride Ski Helmet Recall

Recalled Uvex Funride Ski Helmet

Uvex Sports & Swix Sport USA with the U.S. CPSC have announced the recall of the Funride Ski Helmet. They provide insufficient shock absorption and resistance to penetration, posing a head injury hazard. The helmets were sold at ski shops from 2009 to 2011.

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on 07/21

Petzl GriGri 2 Belay Device Recall

Petzl GriGri 2 RecallPetzl has issued an important recall for GriGri 2's falling within a range of serial numbers. Excessive force may cause the handle to jam in the open position, thereby disabling the assisted braking function. The jammed position is shown in the picture to the left.

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Alex Kosseff

on 06/20

Singing Rock Harnesses Recalled

Recalled Singing Rock Crux HarnessSinging Rock has announced a recall of certain Crux, Nara and Nemo harnesses. There has been a possible manufacturing defect resulting in decreased waist belt strength. The Crux is a fairly popular model that was the winner of Climbing Magazine's "Editors' Choice" Award.

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Alex Kosseff

on 06/07
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