Rappel Rope, Friction Hitches, Tender

[cheecho67]

Yes I was thinking of that and definitely will look further on that even though I have watched pretty much all your videos just need to get comfortable with tying knots and actually climbing.


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[cheecho67]

Are you building an SRT system? If so, then I would agree that this is a great combination. The last piece is deciding what retrievable anchor(s) you prefer. For me, if I could only use one anchor, it would be the Maverick hitch. Let me know if you need any help. I have a lot of info growing on my website too. That's what I do. Cheers

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So you put that dishwasher tube for your garda foot loop how did that go?


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[Brocky]

Two Blake’s hitches can be used to easily descend, alternate pushing down on each, one holds while the other slides. Increasing the speed of working the hitches showed that equalized pressure on both allowed them to slide at the same time, sharing the load.

I know this is another dumb question but, has any used an ATC with a hitch above to rappel? I’m looking to use a VT or a schwabisch hitch above my ATC. Has anyone had any experience with these?

This is one method, device has the keeper cable cut off.

So which hitch is more dependable? The longhorn agile ,the agile hitch or the ascender hitch? What’s your go to? And anyone else’s input is welcomed.

I prefer the Sticht, WLR with various braidings, and for a quick easy double eye cord, preferred over a loop, the last hitch shown is five wraps and two half hitches, one in front and one in back.

 

[John RB]

So you put that dishwasher tube for your garda foot loop how did that go?


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Great question. I removed it. It wasn't always in the right place, it adds bulk and i just didn't need it.

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[cheecho67]

OK, I’m trying to tie the longhorn hitch. The right side of the hitch looks right ,being that the tail is towards you, but the left side doesn’t look quite right. I think I am following it step by step. Here are some pics. Ok might have issues with pics.

 

[cheecho67]

OK, I’m trying to tie the longhorn hitch. The right side of the hitch looks right ,being that the tail is towards you, but the left side doesn’t look quite right. I think I am following it step by step. Here are some pics.