Simply if you want to toprope at cliffhanger you have to learn to use one. And as just said, it maybe your climbing partner prefers his/her belayer use a gri gri, then what will you do? Noone is forcing you to use a gri gri, except cliffhanger but you can always make a u-turn at the reception desk, being familiar with different belay devices is a good skill to have, and it's not going to be detrimental to your climbing.
Next time you are at Cliffhanger, ask for help and some tips on using them better if you dont feel confident with them. I'd prefer that than an accident. |