CAMP Turbospur Ascender System

The CAMP Turbospur ascender system is a foot ascender setup from CAMP for climbers who want to walk up a single rope rather than haul themselves up it. It works alongside your main SRS ascent system to save energy on long ascents.

How a foot ascender helps

On a single rope, a foot ascender grabs the line below your main ascent system so you can stand up and push with your legs instead of pulling with your arms. Paired with a chest or handled ascender above, it turns a tiring ascent into a steady rope walk.

It is a big help on tall trees and repeated climbs in a day.

If you are new to SRS, get comfortable with your main ascent system first, then add a foot ascender once the basics are second nature. Practice switching from ascent to work mode and back, and make sure the foot ascender never interferes with your changeover to descent.

Setup and checks

Fit the foot attachment to your boot with no loose straps, and learn to release the ascender cleanly before you climb high. Inspect the cam, teeth, and frame for wear and keep the device clean of sap and grit.

Store the foot ascender with your climbing kit, clean and dry, and check the cam spring action before every climb. A weak spring can cause the cam to slip or release when you least expect it.

See other foot ascenders and foot loops. A foot ascender is never your only point of attachment. Life-support gear must meet the applicable standard (ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions), be inspected before every use, and be used only by trained climbers.