Best srt descent device for a big boy!

Petzl I'D (2 sizes) and the ISC D4 are both very nice and neither one will let you bomb out of the tree. They're very safe, handle big loads and are fairly easy to tend slack on a short ascent (but nothing like a multicender). I know the D4 is rated for a two climber load (500 lbs.) but is only available for 10.5mm to 11.5mm ropes. I have one, and believe it's a really well made, tough device with a lot of versatility. Best thing I've seen for a single rope emergency descent line. You almost can't screw up with it.
 
I got the large petzl myself, it is pretty hard to mess up with the safety handle. I can't remember if it the ID or some other name.
 
I weigh about 270 and am in the process of learning the runner, seems to be working OK so far but I don't have it broken in or dialed in yet. I really like the zig zag under a wrench with an Oceans-style tether on the bridge biner. It's easy to convert back to Ddrt, which is important to me.

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Been messing around this morning and drug out a few new hitch cords and some different lengths. Arbpro 9mm in a VT seems to be the magic combination.
 
I'm with Moss. Stay away from GriGri's. They don't hold on small ropes, they are too small for big people and long rappels, and are not rated for rescues. Rigs and Racks are better tools for rappelling because they can handle more weight and don't get so hot on long rappels. However, they are only good for descent (unless you use the RADs method with the Rig, which is incredibly inefficient). So, if you are looking for a SRT device that will let you move up and down and in and out in the tree without having to switch from ascent to descent, Rigs and rappel racks may not fill the bill. I really like my RR, but I am only 178 lbs. I would worry that with a 265 lb climber the RR might tend to get awfully "grabby" on descent, especially if the rope is a bit dirty.

PS - sounds like you need to take a break. You are working too hard!
 
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