This Video Series is Sponsored by Anchoring underpins all of our rope based activities and each of these will have varying requirements overlaid with restrictions dictated by the site. The V-Anchor is a simple a versatile approach to anchoring which can be readily applied to a range of roping contexts: abseiling, rappelling, top-rope top-belay climbing, […]
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This Video Series is Sponsored by V-Anchors Anchoring underpins all of our rope based activities and each of these will have varying requirements overlaid with restrictions dictated by the site. The V-Anchor is a simple a versatile approach to anchoring which can be readily applied to a range of roping contexts: abseiling, rappelling, top-rope top-belay
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The Arizona Vortex Multipod, named the “Multipod” because of its flexibility, has a two-piece break-apart head that can be rigged as a standard tripod, or in advanced applications, as an A-Frame, a sideways A-Frame, or a Gin Pole. The “easel” leg allows the tripod to be leaned to form an easel A-Frame, placing anchor points
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A carabiner (/kærəˈbiːnər/) or karabiner is a metal loop with a spring-loaded gate[1] used to quickly and reversibly connect components in safety-critical systems. The word is a shortened form of Karabinerhaken, German for ‘spring hook for a carbine’. Carabiners are widely used in rope-intensive activities such as climbing, arboriculture, caving, sailing, rope rescue, construction, industrial
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Sterling SuperStatic2 Nylon Rope 7/16 Inch Diameter A multipurpose rescue/rappel rope, the 7/16″ is the top choice for military operations, mountain rescue and rope access. 1/2 Inch Diameter A 1/2″ technical rescue and high angle multi-use rescue rope that is perfect for mainline rescue and belay line systems. 5/8 Inch Diameter With its large diameter
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Low elongation makes this rope the top choice for mainline, haul systems and highline use. The strength that this rope provides also makes it a great choice for specialized rescues and industrial safety applications.
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This sequence takes a page out of the nautical use of block and tackle hauling systems. By reeving double sheave pulley in the manner described here, the practitioner will acquire valuable skills in building a more efficient pulley system. The way we address knots, MAs (Mechanical Advantages), and Anchors in these videos are more general
The Bowline is a time honored knot that continues to serve well, not only in the mariner industry, but also in construction. Some of the excellent attributes of the Bowline, such as small gain and the ability to untie after a heavy load is very suitable for rescue as well. There are many variations on the Bowline
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A Petzl Croll is an ascending device[1] used in caving and industrial rope access made by the French company Petzl. Its name comes from the town Crolles where Petzl’s company headquarters are located but might also be a reference to the nearby cave system of the Dent de Crolles, the exploration of which triggered a
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What are the options for access to “tall things”? When we talk about “tall things”, it could be an industrial structure like a wind turbine, water tower, or communications tower. Or, it could be a tree. In very general terms, the options are; traditional lead climbing, alternating lanyard climbing, or use of installed fall protection
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