Load Sharing Anchor Using Clove Hitches and Figure Eight Overview This Load Sharing Anchor setup combines two clove hitches tied directly to anchor points and a figure eight knot at the master point. The system offers fast adjustability, simple rigging, and centralized load control. It’s an ideal solution when your anchors are spaced unevenly or […]
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Load Sharing Anchor Using Double Loop Figure Eight and Alpine Butterfly Overview This tutorial demonstrates how to construct a Load Sharing Anchor (LSA) by combining a Double Loop Figure Eight and an Alpine Butterfly knot. This hybrid configuration offers flexibility in rigging, efficiently distributes the load, and provides multiple tie-in options. It is particularly effective
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Load Sharing Anchor Using Alpine Butterfly and Figure Eight Knots Overview This hybrid Load Sharing Anchor combines two foundational knots—the Alpine Butterfly and the Figure Eight on a bight—to create a flexible, multi-point system. This configuration offers reliable load distribution and is particularly effective when working with uneven or offset anchor placements. Rather than relying
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Load Sharing Anchors Load Sharing Anchors, often called LSAs, are a core standard in technical rigging. Outside of strict industrial settings—where you might rely on fixed beams or embedded eye rings—LSAs provide a dynamic, adaptable way to manage anchor loads across multiple points. They are essential in wilderness rescue, rope access, canyon systems, and backcountry
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Tensioned Anchor Systems Tensioned anchor systems allow you to apply force across anchor points before the main system goes under load. This technique may seem advanced at first, but once understood, it becomes an essential skill. It strengthens your systems and expands your rigging options in the field. One of the most common examples is
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Load Sharing Anchor 2×1 Figure Eight System Overview The load sharing anchor 2×1 figure eight system is a streamlined rigging method for sharing load between two anchor points. This setup relies on two figure eight loops tied into a single rope to create a load-sharing system that is simple to rig, easy to inspect, and field-resilient.
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Load Distributive Anchor Fixed Rope with Double Loop Figure Eight Overview The Load Distributive Anchor, built using a Fixed Rope with a Double Loop Figure Eight, provides a reliable, redundant way to share load across two anchor points. This setup is fast to rig, easy to inspect, and ideal in scenarios where directional force or
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LSA Adjustable Two Prusiks System The LSA (load sharing anchors) Adjustable Two Prusiks system is a simple and effective method for pre-tensioning or stabilizing components in a rope rescue environment. It uses two Prusik hitches on a tension line to manage load placement without requiring complex devices or mechanical pulleys. This approach is lightweight, adaptable,
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Voodoo Hitch Pre-Tensioning System The Voodoo Hitch is a quick and efficient method to apply tension in rope rescue systems. It uses wraps and friction instead of pulleys or progress-capture devices. This makes it ideal in situations where gear is limited or time is tight. What Is a Voodoo Hitch? The Voodoo Hitch is a
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In many rescue environments, a fully redundant system is needed—but the available anchors may be limited. One efficient solution is a Slack Anchor System with independent primary anchors and a shared secondary anchor. This setup preserves redundancy without requiring four completely separate anchor placements. It’s a hybrid model: strong, efficient, and commonly used in rope
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