The extended rappel, explained — Alpinesavvy
The extended rappel, explained — Alpinesavvy
Feb 9, 2019
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In this setup, I used a thin tagline to retrieve my main rappel rope – saving weight without sacrificing safety. With only 20–30 m of thick rope and a compact cord, you can still rappel efficiently on full-length drops. Way lighter than using the thick rope doubled up. 🔧 My setup: • Thick line = main rappel rope (compatible with device) • Thin line = retrieval cord • Connection: figure-8 knot double overhand screw link I’m using a Singing Rock Jack descender here – smooth control, even with thi
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In this setup, I used a thin tagline to retrieve my main rappel rope – saving weight without sacrificing safety. With only 20–30 m of thick rope and a compact cord, you can still rappel efficiently on full-length drops. Way lighter than using the thick rope doubled up. 🔧 My setup: • Thick line = main rappel rope (compatible with device) • Thin line = retrieval cord • Connection: figure-8 knot double overhand screw link I’m using a Singing Rock Jack descender here – smooth control, even with thi
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Grigri rappel, 1 of 4 (READ CAPTION) ⤵️ . Method 1 (of 4): Fix the the rope to the anchor Using both a Grigri and a standard belay device offer advantages in many climbing situations. When it's time to rappel, the Grigri person needs to descend on a single strand of rope. Let’s look at 4 ways to do this. (This is not an exhaustive list, and there are variations to each technique.) . ✅ With twin chains, tie a bight knot (here a butterfly) and clip it to one bolt. ✅ This is fast, easy to untie aft
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Grigri rappel, 1 of 4 (READ CAPTION) ⤵️ . Method 1 (of 4): Fix the the rope to the anchor Using both a Grigri and a standard belay device offer advantages in many climbing situations. When it's time to rappel, the Grigri person needs to descend on a single strand of rope. Let’s look at 4 ways to do this. (This is not an exhaustive list, and there are variations to each technique.) . ✅ With twin chains, tie a bight knot (here a butterfly) and clip it to one bolt. ✅ This is fast, easy to untie aft
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Double loop bowline for a rappel tether — Alpinesavvy
Double loop bowline for a rappel tether — Alpinesavvy
Oct 2, 2020
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Learn how to avoid this ⬇️ Make sure whatever you use to rappel allows for a clean pull of the rope. Avoid running your rope directly over soft goods attached to a rappel station to avoid weakening the system for the next party. For more tips and tricks, click the link: https://americanalpineclub.org/prescription The Prescription videos are supported by Rocky Talkie Credits: Jason Antin, IFMGA/AMGA Guide; Producer: Shane Johnson and Sierra McGivney @sierra_mcgivney; Videographer: Foster Denney @
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Learn how to avoid this ⬇️ Make sure whatever you use to rappel allows for a clean pull of the rope. Avoid running your rope directly over soft goods attached to a rappel station to avoid weakening the system for the next party. For more tips and tricks, click the link: https://americanalpineclub.org/prescription The Prescription videos are supported by Rocky Talkie Credits: Jason Antin, IFMGA/AMGA Guide; Producer: Shane Johnson and Sierra McGivney @sierra_mcgivney; Videographer: Foster Denney @
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