Escape Climbing Zone Plus
The Zone Plus is a medium hinged pad from Escape Climbing for lowballs and mid-height problems. Open it is 122 x 91 cm and 12.7 cm thick, 1.11 m² of landing at 6.4 kg. Two layers of open-cell and closed-cell foam, firm, with high impact protection.
Among the 157 crashpads we track it has a bigger landing than 25%, is thicker than 78% and lighter per m² than 11%.
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Zone Plus landing and protection
| Impact protection | High |
| Foam firmness | Firm |
| Foam layers | 2 |
| Foam | open-cell, closed-cell |
| Hinge protection | Yes |
| Durability | High |
What the Zone Plus is for
Best for lowball and midrange.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Zone Plus strengths
- Extra-thick 5-inch dual-density foam for superior cushioning
- Includes a bonus blubber pad for sit-starts and rock protection
- Updated 2026 design with stronger straps and more comfortable hip pads
- Great value for the thickness and included accessories
Zone Plus trade-offs
- Newer brand with less track record
- Basic carry system without chest strap
Zone Plus specifications
| Open size | 122 × 91 cm (48 x 36 in) |
| Thickness | 12.7 cm (5.0 in) |
| Weight | 6.4 kg (14.1 lb) |
| Fold style | Hinge |
| Closure | Flap |
| Shell | 1000 D |
| Bottom coating | None |
| Reconfigurable | Yes |
| Released | 2025 |
| Shoulder straps | Yes |
| Waist belt | Yes |
| Chest strap | No |
| Carry handles | 3 |
| Bandolier strap | No |
| Gear storage | Moderate |
Extras: Shoe wipe, Gear pocket and Premium carry system.
What the Zone Plus costs
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