Pulleys

Aerial Pulleys & Mechanical Advantage

Streamline your setup with our professional range of Aerial Pulleys. Designed for circus rigging, hauling systems, and height adjustments, a high-quality pulley is an essential tool for any studio or stage manager. At Oddballs, we provide pulleys engineered for efficiency, allowing you to lift heavy equipment like trapezes and hoops with significantly less effort. Whether you are building a permanent "dead-hang" system or a portable hauling rig, our pulleys offer the smooth, reliable performance required for heavy-duty aerial applications.

Efficiency and Precision Rigging

In aerial arts, friction is the enemy of a smooth setup. Our pulleys feature high-efficiency ball bearings or self-lubricating bushings to ensure that your ropes glide through the system with minimal resistance. From Swing-Cheek pulleys that allow for quick rope insertion to Tandem pulleys for more complex mechanical advantage systems, we stock the hardware needed to manage your vertical space. Every pulley in our collection is safety-rated and designed to work seamlessly with our range of carabiners and static ropes.

Key Features of Our Pulleys

• High-Efficiency Bearings: Sealed ball bearings for maximum smoothness or durable bushings for high-load reliability.

• Swing-Side Plates: Mobile side plates that allow you to install the pulley at any point along the rope without unrigging.

• Optimised Rope Channels: Designed to handle standard aerial and climbing ropes without causing wear or abrasion.

• Safety Certified: Fully rated with Minimum Breaking Strain (MBS) and Working Load Limits (WLL) for overhead use.

• Lightweight & Compact: High-strength aluminium alloy construction to minimise the weight on your rig.

Why Buy Pulleys from Oddballs?

With 40+ years of experience in the UK circus industry, Oddballs understands the mechanics of the air. We know that a pulley isn't just about lifting; it’s about control. We source our hardware from industry leaders like Petzl and ISC, ensuring that your hauling systems are built on a foundation of professional-grade safety. Our team of experts can help you design a "mechanical advantage" system tailored to your space, making it easier than ever to get your gear—and your performers—exactly where they need to be.

Master your lift with precision. Explore our range of professional Aerial Pulleys and upgrade your rigging efficiency.