Stig- That does make sense and the next job I wanted to try that technique. But have 2 questions with that. 1. will the tree pull center if you throw the line over a branch and base tie? Hard to say but will it try to "twist" when it starts to fall. 2. How do you attach the porty to a truck or...
Hi Tim,
That was very well written. As a new climber, I completely agree with redundancy but have not found a easy way to have a backup to my friction hitch other than my lanyard. What do you use?
I have considered getting this...
Thanks for all of the tips. I have a beginners question I would like to throw at ya.
How do you pull trees (with a come along, vehicle, winch, etc) and how do you attach the rope to the pulling device? What I have done in the past is get the rope up on the tree (about 2/3 the height) with a...
Thank you all for the great advice and support! I guess my biggest issue is trusting my gear and tree. I'm confident the rope, saddle, and biners will hold. Just nervous bout the TIP and hitch. I have been trying to use the rule of thigh, whatever I tie into needs to be at least as thick as my...
Hello everyone! I would like to introduce myself. My name is Jay and I live in Charlotte NC. I just started to learn climbing and have been lurking on the forums for about 4 months. I have learned tons and have acquired a fair amount of gear. I have been rec climbing and have had a few jobs for...
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