Beal Air Force 3

The Air Force 3 adds guide mode to Beal V-Groove design, allowing belaying one or two followers from above. A small release hole makes it easy to lower under tension. Optimized for modern thin ropes.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths

  • Guide mode for multi-pitch
  • V-Groove friction system
  • Optimized for thin modern ropes
  • Release hole for tension lowering

Trade-offs

  • No assisted braking
  • Slightly heavier than basic tubes
  • Less widely available than Reverso or ATC Guide

Specifications

BrandBeal
ModelAir Force 3
Weight75g
Min Rope Diameter7.3mm
Max Rope Diameter10.5mm

Prices

RetailerPrice
oliunid.de22.00 EUR
oliunid.it22.00 EUR
oliunid.es22.00 EUR
epictv.com22.00 EUR
snowleader.com23.90 EUR
snowleader.be23.90 EUR
klimwinkel.nl25.50 EUR
sportokay.com26.99 EUR
hardloop.de27.00 EUR
bananafingers.co.uk27.64 EUR
+ 6 more retailers

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