If you're looking for an easy and versatile way to ascend a rope, you can't go wrong with the prusik. A prusik is simply a friction hitch that grips the rope, and can be made with a variety of materials.
In addition to being used as an ascent device, prusiks can also be used to create a makeshift pulley system, or to secure a load on a rope. And if you find yourself in a situation where you need to rappel but don't have a rappel device, you can use a prusik to create what's known as a split tail.

There are many reasons why the prusik is such an essential tool for climbers and other outdoor enthusiasts. So next time you're packing your gear for a climb, make sure to include at least one prusik!

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Hitch Climber Pulley Kit - Arbo Space
MARS Storm Wrap Pro Mix Technora/Polyester 10 mm (Hitch Cord)
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye34"-Eye-to-Eye
Mars Technora/Polyester 8 mm (Hitch Cord)
24"-Eye-to-Eye28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye
Arbo Space Jupiter Tight Aramid/Polyester - 8mm (Hitch Cord)
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye
Thunder Technora 9.5mm Hitch Cord
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye34"-Eye-to-Eye
Arbo Space Jupiter Tight Aramid/Polyester - 10mm (Hitch Cord)
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye34"-Eye-to-Eye
Thunder Technora 8mm Hitch Cord
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye34"-Eye-to-Eye
BUNDLE of 4 or 8 Arbo Space Jupiter Tight Aramid/Polyester - 8mm (Hitch Cord)
4 x 28"-Eye-to-Eye4 x 30"-Eye-to-Eye4 x 32"-Eye-to-Eye8 x 28"-Eye-to-Eye8 x 30"-Eye-to-Eye8 x 32"-Eye-to-Eye
MARS Storm Wrap Pro Mix Technora/Polyester 9 mm (Hitch Cord)
28"-Eye-to-Eye30"-Eye-to-Eye32"-Eye-to-Eye34"-Eye-to-Eye