6 ABSAIL/RAPPEL Methods & FRICTION MANAGEMENT Techniques for FIGURE 8 Descender
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- In this episode, I demonstrate SIX different methods for ABSAILING/RAPPELING/MANAGING FRICTION while using a FIGURE 8 descending device. In the video, I use a Rescue 8 variant of the device, however, any standard Figure 8 can be used for any of the methods shown. Every one of these techniques can be performed with nothing more than the Figure 8 and anywhere from one to two locking carabiners! I will also demonstrate a way for a climber to connect a rope to their Figure 8 without it ever being disconnected, thereby ensuring that the device cannot be inadvertently dropped or lost during use.
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Thank you for posting this. I bought some rope and a descender to *hopefully* build a diy sprint resistance device for my daughters who run track. This video gave me some great ideas. Keep educating folks Sir 👍
You're very welcome! I'm delighted that one of my videos was the one that ended up being really helpful for you. I have never heard of this type of device being used as a resistance device, but I totally support your ingenuity. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I'm here to help!
This is very educational, thank you so much!
Thank you so very much! I'm glad you learned from my video! If you have any questions, feel free to ask them.
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great video thank you for producing it cheers
I'm so happy that you enjoyed this video! A lot of important information for anyone who descends with a Figure/Rescue 8! Proper friction management can make a rappel both safer and easier and more fun! Thanks for commenting! Don't be shy around here!
Good stuff, thanks
You're very welcome.
Super helpful! What do you think of running the Omni on the bridge with out the lock screw? I just picked one up and it doesn’t have the lock screw and I’m not sure if I trust it or not yet on my tree motion
That's a great question. I think it's ideal to get the proper screw and place it in. Having said that, I've use mine without a screw many times and I've been fine. I ended up deciding I don't like pulleys on my bridge anymore. It was straining my abdominal muscles. I decided that I want the friction that ring creates on the bridge.
that one is modernized version of figure 8?
Yes, that is what is known as a "Rescue 8 (Eight)," with the only difference being that it has the two "ears" on either side at the top, which allows the operator to better lock off the line they are using it with. The resulting lock off is more secure and there is a proper technique for doing it. Thanks for your question!
Amateur school
That tells me, and other viewers, absolutely nothing. Care to explain yourself?
Looks more like professional school to me.