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Variable Friction

Post author:Scott McCrea
Post published:January 22, 2014
Post category:bars basics Caving descender equipment figure 8 Friction gear instructions micro rack rack rappel test rappelling rope skills technique training Vertical

How to use the greatest feature of a rappel rack. Scott McCrea NSS#40839RL Out-of-control rappels, feeding rope, frustration, and exhaustion are possible results of improper rappel rack use. The friction…

Spinning Rappels

Post author:Scott McCrea
Post published:February 25, 2010
Post category:biner wrap figure 8 micro rack munter hitch rack rappelling rope spin spinning videos

We all know that rappelling devices can twist the rope. But, how much? We did some backyard testing to gather a little barely scientific data. I think it is safe…