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How to Perform a High-Angle Pick-Off Using the Petzl Jag and Double Long Tail Bowline

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How to Perform a High-Angle Pick-Off Using the Petzl Jag and Double Long Tail Bowline Keyphrase: high-angle pick-off with Petzl JagMeta Description: Learn how to execute a high-angle pick-off using the Petzl Jag system, a double long tail bowline, and two-point connection strategy. A complete breakdown of gear logic and safety flow.Tags: high-angle rescue, pick-off, […]

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Tandem Prusik Belay for Knot Passing in Rope Rescue

Tandem Prusik Belay for Knot Passing in Rope Rescue

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The Tandem Prusik Belay for Knot Passing in Rope Rescue (system) is one of the most trusted belay methods in rope rescue—praised for its simplicity, redundancy, and ability to maintain load control throughout critical transitions. When used in knot-passing scenarios, the Tandem Prusik Belay method shines as it ensures uninterrupted belay protection during both raising

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Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method in Raising Operations

Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method in Raising Operations

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The Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method is a powerful and advanced rope rescue technique that provides precision, safety, and flexibility during raising operations—especially when encountering knots in the rope system. This method leverages an auxiliary mechanical advantage (MA) system, such as an AZTEK kit, to temporarily assume load-bearing responsibility, enabling rescuers to reposition and manage the

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Raising System Knot Pass Using a Prusik Hitch

Raising System Knot Pass Using a Prusik Hitch

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In rope rescue scenarios, particularly those involving raising systems, managing a mid-line knot can be a critical challenge. Whether the knot results from extending rope length or bypassing damaged sections, failure to address it safely can bring operations to a halt. Fortunately, integrating a Prusik hitch into the system offers an efficient and controlled method

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Lowering Piggyback Method for Knot Management in Rope Rescue

Lowering Piggyback Method for Knot Management in Rope Rescue

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The Lowering Piggyback Method is a rope rescue technique used to maintain continuous descent control while safely bypassing a knot in the main line. This method incorporates a secondary descent control system—known as the piggyback—and provides a controlled process for transferring loads when a knot prevents further lowering. Ideal for systems using the Clutch, MPD,

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Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method for Rope Rescue Transitions

Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method for Rope Rescue Transitions

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Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method for Rope Rescue Transitions – The Mechanical Advantage Piggyback Method is an advanced rope rescue technique used to safely and efficiently pass knots and transition loads during lowering or raising operations. By incorporating a self-contained mechanical advantage (MA) system—such as an AZTEK kit—teams can bypass rope knots without interrupting the primary

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