@6:09 An important note is that the Edelrid rap line is rated for 2 UIAA falls for the twin rope test, meaning it must be folded in half and climbed in twin rope configuration, NOT rated for any single-strand falls. Also because it has non-elastic aramid fibers in the sheath, if you did take a proper lead fall onto that cord in twin mode I'd probably retire it after that since the elastic and hyperstatic materials would have a fight and something might break when it stretches that much.
My preference is a flat overhand bend (EDK). Petzl recommends doubling that knot...two EDK's back to back to eliminate the chance of the knot rolling under heavy load. With a properly dressed and stressed knot, rolling is not likely with low rappelling forces. 30cm / 1 foot tails.
Mark do you think the RIT-900 is still worthwhile buying for a 30-45m contingency rope for the bottom of The bag? Or VT-X is still a better option? RIT-900 seems very easy to rappel and haul with. Good compatibility with toothed devices.
I have with the micro traxion for hauling backpacks on a multipitch climb. It was fine for that. Tibloc seems sketchy even with the largest locking carabiner.
thanks a lot , very good video.. i looked few and no one was really explained anything
@6:09 An important note is that the Edelrid rap line is rated for 2 UIAA falls for the twin rope test, meaning it must be folded in half and climbed in twin rope configuration, NOT rated for any single-strand falls. Also because it has non-elastic aramid fibers in the sheath, if you did take a proper lead fall onto that cord in twin mode I'd probably retire it after that since the elastic and hyperstatic materials would have a fight and something might break when it stretches that much.
Great points thank you
Great video! What rappel device do you use for the 5.4 mm sterling rope when ski mountaineering?
Standard petzl reverso but I rig it special. Both strands in the same hole
I am not seeing the google sheet in description?
mentioned at 8:12
I moved the sheet into the www.mtnsense.com course content.
I have a question Mark, when you ice climb do you use the same rope or a special one and I’ll do that class you have
Very educational, thanks!
Hey Mark, Curious if you had a weight for the Sterling V-tx cord? can't seem to find the weight online.
Found it in a howNOT2 video, the sterling v-tx is little under 20g/m
Great video, Mark. This was very clear and concise. What's your go-to method of joining your Aero 9.2 with your 6.0 pull cords?
My preference is a flat overhand bend (EDK). Petzl recommends doubling that knot...two EDK's back to back to eliminate the chance of the knot rolling under heavy load. With a properly dressed and stressed knot, rolling is not likely with low rappelling forces. 30cm / 1 foot tails.
Fantastic video.
Mark do you think the RIT-900 is still worthwhile buying for a 30-45m contingency rope for the bottom of
The bag?
Or VT-X is still a better option? RIT-900 seems very easy to rappel and haul with. Good compatibility with toothed devices.
its fine, but I think the petzl PUR is better. RIT900 really collects a lot of snow, but its also higher friction for rappels. User preference.
This is a great video! Thanks!
i realize I am kinda off topic but does anyone know a good website to watch newly released tv shows online?
@Aaron Jairo Flixportal xD
@Tristan Ephraim thanks, I signed up and it seems to work =) Appreciate it!!
@Aaron Jairo Glad I could help xD
Have you tried the sterling cord v-tx with a tibloc or micro Traxion? Seems like the diameter doesn’t meet the specs?
I have with the micro traxion for hauling backpacks on a multipitch climb. It was fine for that. Tibloc seems sketchy even with the largest locking carabiner.
petzl PUL or PUR?
PUR.