Climbing Protection

In this category, you'll find clamping devices, cams and matching accessories for alpine climbing, sport climbing and outdoor adventures – from active clamping devices and passive nuts to carabiners, slings and rope tensioners. Brands such as Petzl, Black Diamond, DMM and Wild Country offer one of the largest selections of climbing equipment online in Switzerland – for beginners, ambitious climbers and mountaineers, with fast delivery throughout Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.

Buy clamping devices online – for alpine climbing & outdoor

Whether you want to buy clamping devices online, put together a basic kit for alpine climbing, or find specific cams and nuts for your next tour: the range covers active clamping devices, passive nuts, carabiners, quickdraw sets and belay accessories. This allows beginners and experienced climbers alike to quickly find the right equipment for various routes, rock types and difficulty levels – conveniently from home.

Active and passive clamping devices

Active clamping devices, also called cams, feature movable segments that expand in the crack to provide secure hold. Passive clamping devices such as nuts and rocks work without moving parts and are fixed by wedging firmly in the crack. Both types have their specific areas of use: cams are particularly suitable for parallel cracks, nuts for tapered and irregular fissures. A balanced mix of active and passive devices is part of the basic kit for every climbing route.

Cams, nuts & accessories for your climbing tour

A special focus lies on high-quality clamping devices from leading manufacturers. Whether you want to buy a set of cams from Wild Country, lightweight cams from Black Diamond or precise nuts from DMM – the selection offers both solid beginner sets and specialized devices for demanding alpine tours. In addition, you'll find carabiners, slings, rope bags and belay devices that are often difficult to find in brick-and-mortar retail in Switzerland.

Top brands

Petzl Black Diamond DMM Wild Country Edelrid Mammut Camp Grivel

Brand comparison

Brand	Known for	Ideal for	Price range
Petzl	Carabiners, headlamps, belay devices	All-round climbing equipment	Mid-range – Premium
Black Diamond	Cams, carabiners, apparel	Sport climbing & Alpine	Mid-range – Premium
DMM	Nuts, carabiners, hardware	Trad climbing & Alpine	Mid-range – Premium
Wild Country	Cams, clamping devices	Trad climbing, crack climbing	Mid-range
Edelrid	Ropes, carabiners, quickdraw sets	Sport climbing & Indoor climbing	Entry-level – Premium
Mammut	Ropes, harnesses, apparel	Alpine tours & Mountaineering	Mid-range – Premium
Camp	Carabiners, ice screws, helmets	Alpine & Ice climbing	Entry-level – Mid-range
Grivel	Crampons, ice axes, carabiners	Ice climbing & High-altitude tours	Mid-range – Premium

Who is this category suitable for?

The category is ideal for climbers, mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts in Switzerland looking for clamping devices, cams and climbing accessories for alpine tours, trad climbing, or building a solid basic setup. At the same time, beginners and advanced climbers will find a wide selection of specialized products that are often unavailable in local retail.

Quality, safety & product selection

When purchasing clamping devices and climbing equipment, it's worth paying attention to tested material quality, recognized safety standards such as EN 12270 and UIAA certifications, as well as regular maintenance and inspection – this keeps the equipment reliable and safe for use on the rock.

Frequently asked questions

What are clamping devices and what are they used for?▾

Clamping devices are protective gear for climbing in cracks and fissures. They are placed in rock crevices to hold the rope in case of a fall. Active clamping devices (cams) expand via movable segments, while passive clamping devices (nuts, rocks) are fixed by wedging.

Which clamping devices do I need as a beginner?▾

For beginners, sets with multiple sizes covering a wide crack range are recommended. A set of cams in medium sizes plus an assortment of nuts provide a solid basic setup for initial trad routes.

How do cams and nuts differ?▾

Cams (active clamping devices) feature movable segments that adapt to cracks and hold well especially in parallel cracks. Nuts (passive devices) are rigid, lighter and more compact, but are primarily suitable for tapered cracks and fissures.

How do I properly maintain and service my clamping devices?▾

Clamping devices should be checked for cracks, deformations and worn wire cables after each use. Dirt can be removed with water and a soft brush. Moving parts can occasionally be treated with a suitable lubricant. Damaged devices must be replaced.

Which brand offers the best clamping devices for alpine climbing?▾

For alpine climbing, lightweight and reliable devices are crucial. Black Diamond Camalot Ultralight, DMM Dragon Cams and Wild Country Friends are particularly popular among mountaineers because they combine stability with low weight.

Are clamping devices also suitable for sport climbing routes?▾

Clamping devices are mainly used in traditional climbing (trad climbing) and alpine terrain. In sport climbing, routes are usually equipped with fixed bolts, so clamping devices are rarely needed there.

How do I know when a clamping device needs to be replaced?▾

A clamping device must be replaced if the wire cable is damaged, the segments are cracked, or the trigger levers are bent. The device should also be carefully inspected after a severe fall. When in doubt: it is better to use a new device.

Which accessories are useful for using clamping devices?▾

Complete climbing equipment includes quickdraws, carabiners, slings for extension, a belay device, a climbing harness, a rope and a helmet. A rope bag and a carabiner organizer also make handling on the rock easier.