First Traverse With Captain Hook

[chris_girard]

I'm curious about the hardware setup that JB Holdway's tether setup that he is using hear for his traverse. Is it a Petzl Grigri and Petzl Basic (handle ascender) boltd to a Petzl Fixe Pulley? Looks like a sweet traverse setup. DMM Captain Hook is way too pricey though IMO.

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[MasterBlaster]

Very cool!

I'd like to learn more about that hook.

 

[DMc]

The Captain is a cool tool. The shape and balance are just right. It works best with a very light weight rope as comes with the kit. Unfortunately, the Gri Gri does not work well with Sirius Reep Schnur but the Trango Cinch does. For a haul back system, the Petzl Rollclip paired with a CT Roll-n-Lock works great.


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[DMc]

Petzl Rollclip and the CT Roll-n-Lock. Carabiner for size reference.

 

[MasterBlaster]

I love it!!!

I used a jam knot, KNOT retrievable!

Very cool!

 

[ClimbMIT]

That is sweet! Seems like it would be great for long limb walks as well.

 

[pantheraba]

neat tool. efficient.

 

[Grendel]

I love the hook.

Batmanning around

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Love to see that rollclip setup in action! Very cool.

 

[MasterBlaster]

So quiet! You'd be hearing me breath!

 

[CurSedVoyce]

Nice Sam
Making it look smooth

 

[DMc]

I agree, Stephen. That was a simple and effective demonstration on the usefulness of the hook. Nice smooth technique also.