The ergonomic molded handle allows for a comfortable yet powerful grip. The wide opening allows the handle to be easily grasped, even with gloves. There is a safety catch integrated into the body of the rope clamp to help prevent snagging. The toothed cam has a self-cleaning slot to optimize performance even with dirty or frozen ropes. The wide lower hole allows the carabiners lanyard and/or footloop to be easily attached. Upper hole for clipping a carabiner around the rope.