@iamcorey
It’s hard to tell from your picture, but I think your loops might be too big. I can barely squeeze a Sharpie in mine before I pull the tail through the loops to make the button.
Yes I watched some additional videos and figure out what I was doing wrong.
My first one I did a locked Brummell. Waiting on additional amsteel to do more. It is surprisingly solid on the tree for climbing and sets up quick.
I’m hoping I like it better than the OCB and strap.
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I like it, but you do have to pay attention and step straight down.
@mtsrunner, I'm intrigued with your loop alien tutorial video. 2 q's if you don't mind: 1) Do you adjust the loop alien on the rope depending on the size/diameter of the tree you intend to climb so you have a more ideal position from which to create the "truckers hitch"? I can't get my head around a fixed position of the loop alien for different diameter trees. 2) In the video, I had a hard time seeing how you connected the loop alien. Any possibility you could provide more details? Appreciate it.Video to show these in action. Also put up a video showing the option that works with EWO squirrel steps.
@mtsrunner, I'm intrigued with your loop alien tutorial video. 2 q's if you don't mind: 1) Do you adjust the loop alien on the rope depending on the size/diameter of the tree you intend to climb so you have a more ideal position from which to create the "truckers hitch"? I can't get my head around a fixed position of the loop alien for different diameter trees. 2) In the video, I had a hard time seeing how you connected the loop alien. Any possibility you could provide more details? Appreciate it.
Yes, the expanded pics help a lot. Appreciate the reply!!Yes, I do adjust the lock off based on the diameter of tree. It’s easy to do, but even easier if done before you start climbing.
Detailed pics
Edit: pics didn’t post in correct order, but hopefully you get it.