Friend Set 0.4, 0.5, 0.75 (3pcs), by Wild Country, is an essential set of spring-loaded camming devices for trad and big wall climbers seeking reliability, lightness and performance.
Comprising the most commonly used sizes for thin to intermediate cracks, this set offers versatile and secure protection for traditional climbing, mountaineering and adventure terrain.
This new generation of friends retains the following characteristics: 13.75° cam angle , hollow double axle and countersunk lobes for maximum holding power and minimal walking.
The new Flow Cord cable, with its all-in-one core-sheath construction, allows smooth, resistance-free extension. The range now includes a size 0.3 with a double axle and a size 4 featuring a symmetric spring-loaded locking mechanism.
The main advantage of these Friends lies in the combination of a thumb loop and an extendable cord. This design reduces the need for additional quickdraws, minimises rope drag and decreases walking.
Main features
- Thumb loop + extendable sling: the iconic Wild Country Friends feature – combining the ease of use of a thumb loop with the benefits of an extendable sling, up to 20 cm.
- Extendable Flow Cord Technology: a new seamless core-sheath cable that eliminates rigid stop points, allowing smooth and snag-free extension.
- The nylon and UHMWPE outer sheath resists cuts and abrasion, while the UHMWPE core ensures mechanical strength.
- A red wear indicator in the core signals when it is time to replace the sling.
- Certified 14-year lifespan: resistant to UV, moisture and freeze-thaw cycles (10 years service life + 4 years storage)
- Hollow dual-axle design: minimises weight while maximising the cam range for better size overlap.
- Machined and polished cams: untreated, softer aluminium provides 8 to 10% superior grip compared to anodised surfaces.
- Spring-loaded cam locking system (size 4): the central spring ensures symmetrical closure and easy one-handed use.
