Belaying the Son of Hulk on a scary runout? No problem. Need to make a 200-foot free rappel? Casual. Just get a new set of twin ropes that feel awfully skinny? No worries, the Trango Jaws is the most versatile belay device you can buy. Period.

When you need a positive and secure lock-off, run the brake side of the ropes through the unique double V-notches. In this configuration, Jaws has more stopping power than any other belay/rappel device you can find. Turn Jaws around and run the braking rope over the smooth side when you need a lightning fast feed on trad or alpine terrain. Don't worry about catching a fall, because in this mode Jaws has similar braking abilities to other tubes.

Rappels are smooth and controlled with Jaws. The large rope slots make it easy to set up, the V-notches control the speed and the flat rope path really prevents kinking. For low-angle or long double rope rappels, you can turn Jaws around so the free end of the rope runs over the smooth side.