DMM Wallnut Climbing Nuts
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DMM Wallnut Climbing Nuts

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Best essential protection for traditional climbers seeking reliable, versatile crack security.

These are the gold standard for traditional climbing, offering a refined, tapered shape that bites into cracks where others slip. By varying the alloy hardness across sizes, they balance durability with bite, giving you the confidence to trust your gear on even the most questionable placements.

Who it's for

  • Trad climbers tackling complex, irregular, or flared crack systems
  • Climbers prioritizing long-term gear durability and manufacturing reliability
  • Beginners building a foundational traditional climbing rack

Who should skip it

  • Budget-conscious climbers building their first rack
  • Weight-focused alpinists seeking the lightest possible gear
  • Climbers needing flexible wires for deep, awkward placements

Performance breakdown

Placement Versatility

Tapered geometry secures these nuts in an incredible range of crack shapes.

Excellent

Weight Efficiency

Lightweight alloy construction keeps your rack light on long, arduous approaches.

Excellent

Bite and Security

Variable alloy hardness ensures optimal rock engagement across all nut sizes.

Excellent

Wire Stiffness

Perfectly balanced cables allow for precise overhead placements without unwanted lifting.

Excellent

Ease of Identification

Intuitive color-coding makes rapid size selection seamless during high-stress climbing.

Excellent

Stability in Cracks

Grooved faces lock into irregularities to prevent the nut from walking.

Excellent

Key Specs

Material

Alloy

Number of pieces

6

Certification

CE EN 12276:2013

Weight range

28g - 45g

Resistance

11kN - 12kN

Size range

9.4mm - 29mm

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