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RPs

Definition of a Climbing Equipment Word

By Stewart Green, About.com

RPs

These small micro-nuts (very tiny thin nuts made of brass) allow for protection in thin cracks that would otherwise be unprotectable. RPs are made in Australia, although other small brass and metal nuts are made by other manufacturers.

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