Clipstick Instructions

Recommended sequence

Set the quickdraw before extending.

Keep the Clipstick close to your body, make sure the carabiner faces the bolt correctly, and extend only when everything is in place.

The Clipstick helps you clip the first bolt. It does not replace partner checks, sound judgment, or standard climbing safety practices.

Place the quickdraw into the purple head and leave the top carabiner open, seated cleanly in the guide.

Feed the rope through the lower carabiner before lifting the setup. Make sure it is not crossed or twisted.

Extend the telescopic sections smoothly and guide the quickdraw toward the bolt while keeping the carabiner aligned.

Seat the carabiner on the bolt and pull the pole slightly downward to release the head. Check that the quickdraw is clipped correctly.

Before climbing

Run through these checks every time. They are simple, but they prevent the most common mistakes when setting the first bolt.

The gate should face the bolt cleanly, without odd sideways pressure.

Make sure the rope runs through the lower carabiner without twists.

Do not force the head. If something does not seat naturally, lower the Clipstick and reposition it.

This is an auxiliary tool. Climbing still requires experience, partner checks, and certified gear.

Write to us if you have questions about setup, spare parts, or using the Clipstick.