Material for Prusik knot

[UMICH1]

Yet another question. So I'm looking at using prusik knots on my tether and linesman belt. I've noticed that there are Prusik cord and static cord. The Prusik cord is around 2050lbs and the static is 4000lbs. Not sure if the static is ok to use for prusik knots or should I just use the prusik cord. Just thought the extra safety would be nice since your hanging from it. Thanks.

 

[brydan]

I wouldn't hang from something with a 2k breaking strength. Here's a link to some better quality hitch cords http://www.treestuff.com/store/products.asp?category_id=127

 

[redsquirrel]

I would hang from something with a 2k breaking strength. Here's a link to some better quality hitch cords http://www.treestuff.com/store/products.asp?category_id=127

You mean you would not hang right?

 

[brydan]

Oops good catch

 

[Ontariofarmer]

https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5033-570/Hollow-Block-Hitch-Sling

This is a great product for prussic knots... it is only 7mm and can make a prussic knot on ropes as small as 7mm and is rated at 14 kn or 3147 pounds about the same as a new style ropeman 1


I have had one for a month. Normally you cannot use a 7mm prussic cord on a 7mm rope but you can with this product..

 

[justsomedude]

I love knots....but if you don't mind spending a few bucks, premade Prusik loops are pretty great.

Yet another question. So I'm looking at using prusik knots on my tether and linesman belt. I've noticed that there are Prusik cord and static cord. The Prusik cord is around 2050lbs and the static is 4000lbs. Not sure if the static is ok to use for prusik knots or should I just use the prusik cord. Just thought the extra safety would be nice since your hanging from it. Thanks.

 

[justsomedude]

That said....
Have you tried a Blakes Hitch?