Wild Country Zero Friend Mechanical Dice 0.1 - Micro Camming Device for Trad Climbing

When the crack narrows to a seam and your standard cams are too bulky, the Wild Country Zero Friend 0.1 steps in. This micro camming device is engineered for shallow, narrow placements where every millimetre counts, giving you the confidence to push into thin terrain without compromising on strength or reliability.

Who is it for

Trad climbers and aid climbers who frequently encounter thin cracks, pockets, and flared placements. The Zero Friend 0.1 is ideal for those who need a lightweight, precise piece of protection that can be placed quickly and securely in marginal rock features.

Main features

• Hot-forged aluminium alloy cam lobes for an optimal balance of durability and low weight.
• Single-axle, four-lobe design with a camming range of 7.8–12.2 mm, perfect for micro placements.
• Flexible single stem with 10 mm Dyneema sling, extendable for reduced rope drag.
• Ergonomic thumb loop for easy handling and precise placement, even with gloves.
• CE 0123 and EN 12276 certified, with a major axis strength of 7 kN.

Specifications

• Size designation: 0.1 (Wild Country specific)
• Camming range: 7.8 – 12.2 mm
• Strength (major axis): 7 kN
• Axle design: single axle
• Number of lobes: 4
• Stem type: flexible single stem
• Sling material: 10 mm Dyneema
• Cam material: hot-forged aluminium alloy
• Head width: 27.8 mm
• Certification: CE 0123, EN 12276
• Intended use: trad climbing, aid climbing, rock climbing
• Extendable sling: yes
• Trigger system: ergonomic thumb loop
• Colour (cam lobes): silver/grey
• Colour (sling): red
• Construction feature: hot-forged cams for durability and light weight
• Placement suitability: narrow, shallow cracks and pockets

Tips

For best results, inspect the cam lobes and trigger wires before each use. Practice placing the Zero Friend in a variety of crack sizes to build confidence in marginal placements. Always back up micro cams when possible, as their smaller surface area can be more sensitive to rock quality.