Reed Thorne developed the AZV with the help of Rock Thompson at Rock Exotica

NFPA/ANSI-Certified Stainless Steel Auto-Lock Carabiner (Item # 300011) is used as the waist connector for quick connection

and operating complex rope systems

- waistbelt equipped with self-locking DOUBLEBACK PLUS buckles for quick and easy adjustment

Superston Open Oarlock No Weight Reed Thorne developed the AZVThe NRS Superston is the toughest whitewater open oarlock available anywhere. Built to perform flawlessly under the most demanding and extreme conditions. Our proprietary manganese bronze Superston alloy gives you amazing strength and outstanding rebound memory. Built tough for the toughest jobs, they are used by outfitters the world over. The 3 1 2" long shaft is precision turned to a 5 8" diameter and is drilled for a split ring fastener (included).