XXL Dripstone Tufa (Bolt-On)

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$45.26

Cool pinch climbing on every angle of wall.

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The XXL Dripstone Tufa is a comfortable pinch. It is 3 inches wide, it sticks out from the wall 3 ¼ inches and is 16 inches long. It measures about 2 ¾ inches wide at the bolt hole and tapers to the back of the hold to 2 ¼ inches, so there is some incut to it which makes is usable in really steep terrain.

No matter what angle, expect to grab a hold that is rounded and comfortable. On a vertical wall, this hold will feel V0/V1. On a steep 45 degree wall, expect a V5 feeling hold.

PS. There are some really cool finger locks and splits on the ends for those that want more options out of one hold. It makes for some fun “just grab the hold here without using the middle pinch” variations.

A Wall Favorite

The XXL Dripstone Tufa is an eye pleasing monster of a hold and one of our favorites. The texture,handle indentations, and finger/thumb catches on this hold give it plenty of spots to latch on and catch your breath. We have an adjustable wall that shifts from 0 degrees Slab down to 50 degrees in 5 degree increments. With it set up vertically, it is a very positive hold from 0 degrees to 40 degrees. The pinch will not be a friendly rest once moving to a wall angle 45+ degrees.

Date: 10/17/2021 5:24 PM

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Go To Hold

I love this - I've set it horizontally and vertically on my 45 degree wall. Lots of options for different movements or matching. I love setting this as a crux in the middle of routes. Make sure to use the screw - bolt alone certainly won't keep it from spinning.

Date: 9/15/2021 2:07 PM

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Amazing hold

We got two of these in different colors to match existing sets on our wall (lime green and fluorescent orange). They are visually distinctive and inviting, with tons of different gripping surfaces and ways to use. We have one placed on a 10 degree overhang nearly horizontal with the juggier side up. The other is on a vertical wall placed diagonally and is used in a completely different way. So very versatile and well-priced.

Date: 6/4/2021 11:41 AM

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Awesome pinches

These pinches are great for any climb pretty much and can be gripped any way. They are very good and easy to hold onto. I like the dripstone texture and it isn't too hard on your fingers.

Date: 4/12/2021 1:18 PM

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Very fun two handed hold

I'm using this currently as a start 2 hand hold for a 30 deg overhang. It is plenty positive as a pinch to pull off the ground with. I find it easy to grab, and fun to use. The texture is great.

Date: 4/5/2021 12:18 PM

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Favorite Hold

I was so excited to get this hold! I have been wanting one for my wall for a while and finally bit the bullet and got it. I am ready to get it up and start using it, it is so diverse and can be used both horizontally and vertically.

Date: 3/26/2021 9:25 AM

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perfect texture

Great price for a fun hold. I have 3 of these set up and they are so much fun to climb on. I have it on a 20 degree angle and they offer so many possibilities with foot and pinch combinations. Trust me you will not regret getting a few of these for your wall.

Date: 2/23/2021 9:30 PM

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nice texture

These have a nice texture that give you plenty of grip. I got this one set up on a 20 degree wall with a few more just like it to give the perfect hand to foot combinations with so many different combinations that you can do. Trust me, you won't regret this hold at a great price too.

Date: 2/23/2021 9:08 PM

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Keep going back to this one!

This hold continues to find multiple uses within my climbing routes on my at home wall! There are so many different little features and textures to it. The ability to change the angle easily with the single bolt + screw configuration helps the wall to stay interesting! The texture has stayed solid throughout use so far.

Date: 2/15/2021 3:24 PM

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one of my favorites

Just got this installed on my 20 degree wall. It adds some toe to heel hooks that make it fun to climb with a little challenge. The texture feels nice with plenty of spots to practice your finger strength. Would highly recommend getting this.

Date: 2/12/2021 8:41 PM

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It’s HUGE!

This is the big boy of the wall we have here at home! I thought it would be a great step to leap into a dyno move, but since I’m not there yet, I’m using it for my hands since it is so large! I have it on a little tilt on the upper part of my board to push myself to pull against it, since its so big! The texture is also really fun and looks super cool! My biggest tip is to make sure to add the bolts to your orders! I forget to add it to this item and since it’s the largest hold by far, I had to hunt it down! Will be getting extras! Great piece for a board of 12 ft, 25 degrees.

Date: 1/25/2021 7:10 PM

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Cool Hold

Not only does this hold look cool, it IS cool. There are so many ways to hold it depending on the orientation that you mount it. Super fun!

Date: 1/11/2021 12:26 PM

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Our favorite hold...

We have a ton of your holds on our wall/cave, but for some reason we always come back to this one and it is almost always a part of every cool route!

Date: 12/22/2020 8:37 AM

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This is my FAVORITE hold!

One of my best routes uses this as the crux move on a big throw to this hold. Pinching it on a 22° wakes my hands up for sure. One side of the Tufa is a little more positive than the other, which means it can be used a number of ways to elicit the response you want. I am currently building a 45° wall and will be buying another one or two of these to add on. I also use this hold to warm up with as it is really easy on the hands and is a great way to get everything warmed up before going hard. Love this hold and the price is reasonable as well!

Date: 11/24/2020 1:57 PM

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Great pinch match hold

One of my favorite pinches for overhangs! This holds unique shape lends to fun and interesting route setting. While my favorite use is on overhung walls it makes for a great rest ledge between crux moves on vertical faces. I’ve also used it as a knee bar rest on one particular problem and it was quite a hit! This hold was surprisingly large for what I expected, I’ve not been disappointed.

Date: 11/10/2020 9:42 AM

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Fun and attractive hold

One of my favorite holds on the wall. Depending on how you angle it and what side you grab, it can be somewhat juggy or a difficult wide pinch on a 40 degree wall.

Date: 9/15/2020 8:52 AM

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LOVE this hold

Pretty much everything you could ask for -- pinches galore, one hand, two hands, side pull, whatever you can dream up really! Great versatility in how you can position it. Excellent texture. I have it smack dab in the middle of my 7x10 adjustable wall. It's very usable at 38-40 degrees, anything steeper is a hysterical challenge.

Date: 7/16/2020 7:42 AM

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Fun!

This hold feels great in the hands, can be set either incut or slopey depending on orientation, and is great for matching hands or matching a hand and foot. I currently have it set as a luxurious finishing hold, and can't wait to use it as the centerpiece for several more routes when I reset.

Date: 7/12/2020 10:42 PM

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Awesome hold

A beautiful centerpiece on the wall.
I have it on a 30-degree wall and it works perfectly. When turned vertical its a really good hold, with decent feet it can feel like a jug. The pinch is slightly incut on both sides so you can really latch on to it. And HUGE bonus, the larger side of it features a finger lock that's actually somewhat realistic and comfy. The myriad of ways this hold can be used is what makes it great. It's a bit expensive for my budget but it was totally worth it. The detail in it is also really impressive.

Date: 7/1/2020 7:39 AM

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Absolutely amazing in every way!

Can be used in such a way that each different way of grabbing it is useful. When vertical, the angle you come at it can make each part useful, including the finger lock crack at the end! You don't have to say "only use this part", good route setting can make that part the best way to use it.

So versatile and comfy. V2-V7 on a 45 degree wall depending on orientation.

Date: 6/15/2020 10:33 AM

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Pinch Me!

Love the versatility of this hold. Good width for the pinch, nicely rounded along the length of it. Love that it flares out at the ends for smaller pinches or crack maneuvers. I started it out on a vertical section of my garage wall to play around with it but quickly moved it over to the 20 degree overhang. This thing is beefy and easy to grab onto, it deserves to placed on a more difficult part of your wall. Texture is perfect as well, all the little ridges give it a great feel. Good size for the price as well. Very happy with the purchase, super high quality hold that looks beautiful!

Date: 2/12/2020 11:50 AM

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One of the neatest holds

This hold is great. So much variety. Pinches, slight incut, wide pinches, finger locks, finger separates, ledge (in horizontal orientation), dyno from or dyno to......this thing does it all. It doesn't take up to much room and the price is fantastic. One of my favorite holds. It shows up on most routes.

Date: 2/7/2020 3:03 PM

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Great Hold

This hold is awesome. There are so many different ways to hold it and so many different things you can do with it. I put it on my 20 degree wall, and it's a lot of fun. My favorite part of this hold is that you can use one of the ends of it as a crack. I made a climb which pushes climbers to do just that and it has gotten a lot of real positive feedback.

Date: 1/22/2020 12:27 PM

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Awesome!

I was using this on my 30 degree wall as a vertical hold, and it felt v3/v4 - pretty difficult - in a fun way. Lots of ways to hold it, and very fun at different angles. Currently using it as the destination hold for dyno, and it's great for that purpose too.

Date: 12/11/2017 11:06 PM

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My favorite hold!

This is one of those holds that tests your willpower on rest days, because when you see it, you just want to climb on it.

Date: 3/21/2015 12:28 PM

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No matter what angle, expect to grab a hold that is rounded and comfortable. On a vertical wall, this hold will feel V0/V1. On a steep 45 degree wall, expect a V5 feeling hold.

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