In this system, a Mirrored Skate Block, there are two independent anchor straps from two separate parts of the vehicle. We have not equalized tension between the anchors to allow for proper readings from the ENforcer to record the peak force being exerted on the skate block. Moving past the ENforcer, is the V-Anchor system, …
Configuration of the Bottom Anchor for the Mirrored Skate Block Read More »
The key part of the mirrored skate block system is the redundancy of the braking system. Using the Petzl I’d as the controlling system, the system can be controlled by using one hand. This is a common practice in rappelling … why not here? With the anti-panic operations within the I’d, the simul-braking system is …
Mirrored Skate Block System From The Controlling Center.. The Brake Ropes Read More »
This Video Series is Sponsored by We are looking at a Mirrored Skate Block system. Communication workers and other tower “type” workers are the normal benefactors of this type of system. One large benefit of stake blocks is the lack of high tension on the system… however, it can be difficult to learn and execute.However, …
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, …
V Anchor System for Mirrored and Twin Tension Systems Read More »
