{"product_id":"wild-country-friend-40-friend40","title":"WILD COUNTRY Friend - 4.0","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWild Country Friend 4.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is a four-lobe cam designed for large crack protection, with an expansion range covering openings from \u003cstrong\u003e80.2 mm to 133.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is one of the most iconic pieces of rock climbing equipment: the camming lobe design, introduced by Wild Country in the late 1970s, remains the technical benchmark in the industry today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMechanics and Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism is based on the \u003cstrong\u003espiral logarithm principle\u003c\/strong\u003e: the lobes rotate around a common axis, maintaining a constant friction angle against the crack wall, ensuring hold even under dynamic loads. The body is made of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-strength aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a rigid stem that ensures stability in parallel or slightly flared cracks. The stainless steel trigger is compatible with standard carabiners. Its \u003cstrong\u003elow weight\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for carrying a full selection on the wall without excessively burdening the harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUse and Reliability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Friend 4.0 finds its ideal context in the \u003cstrong\u003ewide cracks typical of multi-pitch routes or trad climbing on granite and sandstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, where large-sized protection is often crucial for the safety of the key section. The trigger action is direct and progressive, allowing for precise placement even in awkward positions or with one hand. For those who regularly practice traditional climbing, having a reliable large-sized cam means being able to count on solid protection in sections where passive options are not enough.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WILD COUNTRY","offers":[{"title":"Grey","offer_id":53226274947338,"sku":"FRIEND4.0","price":91.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4357\/8378\/files\/imgi_12_68a20c86-1994-4a3a-a076-cdba387a3781.jpg?v=1781708277","url":"https:\/\/www.verticalshop.eu\/en-eu\/products\/wild-country-friend-40-friend40","provider":"Vertical Sport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}