Wild Country Friend

Product detailed description

The Wild Country Friend is where it all began — the original camming device that forever changed climbing protection. Since its invention in 1977, the Friend has become synonymous with reliability, innovation, and the evolution of trad climbing.

The latest generation of Friends combines classic design principles with modern engineering advancements, maintaining the original 13.75° cam angle that has proven itself over millions of placements. This perfect balance between holding power and expansion range remains the heart of every Friend.

Built with dual hollow axles, these cams are both lighter and stronger, maximizing performance without adding weight. The unanodized, polished aluminum cam lobes provide excellent friction and bite on the rock, enhancing holding power when weighted.

The 12 mm extendable Dyneema sling — a signature Wild Country innovation — eliminates the need for extra quickdraws, reduces rope drag, and keeps your rack light and streamlined. Combined with the thumb loop and ergonomic trigger, the Friend remains the most intuitive, versatile, and dependable cam available.

From single-pitch trad climbs to multi-pitch epics, the Wild Country Friend continues to define modern protection: timeless, refined, and utterly dependable.

✅ Key features

✅ The original camming device – Iconic design perfected since 1977
✅ Dual-axle construction – Greater expansion range and stability
✅ Hollow axles – Wild Country’s patented lightweight strength
✅ Unanodized cam lobes – Better rock contact and friction
✅ 13.75° cam angle – Proven optimal balance of grip and expansion
✅ Extendable 12 mm Dyneema sling – Reduces rope drag and rack weight
✅ Thumb loop and ergonomic trigger – Smooth handling and secure placements
✅ Full size range (0.4–4) – Complete protection for all crack sizes
✅ Certified to CE EN 12276 / UIAA 125

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