Abstract: A fastening apparatus detachably and simultaneously joins with a climbing assembly and a mounting surface to maintain a secure connection there between. A rod comprises a distal end and a proximal end that joins the climbing assembly. An anchor portion comprises a base and a wall that joins the mounting surface. A distal coil winds around the rod to create tension between the proximal end and the wall. A locking member incrementally engages and remains engaged with a section of the rod while being displaced in a fastening direction. This forms a ratcheting mechanism that incrementally displaces the proximal end towards the wall, creating an inward and downward tension between the mounting surface and the climbing assembly. A release portion disengages the locking member from the rod so that the proximal end moves in a release direction.

Abstract: A fastening apparatus detachably and simultaneously joins with a climbing assembly and a mounting surface to maintain a secure connection there between. A rod comprises a distal end and a proximal end that joins the climbing assembly. An anchor portion comprises a base and a wall that joins the mounting surface. A distal coil winds around the rod to create tension between the proximal end and the wall. A locking member incrementally engages and remains engaged with a section of the rod while being displaced in a fastening direction. This forms a ratcheting mechanism that incrementally displaces the proximal end towards the wall, creating an inward and downward tension between the mounting surface and the climbing assembly. A release portion disengages the locking member from the rod so that the proximal end moves in a release direction.