The Latest from Rich's Blog
It Depends
My students know when they ask questions about canyoneering that my answer will often start with, “It depends ….” One of the things that makes canyoneering such an amazing sport is the diversity... Read More
Delano Peak
At 12,169 feet Delano Peak is the highest in the Tushar Range, the third highest range in the state of Utah. Join Judy and me as we enjoy the magnificent views from the... Read More
Trekking Pole Mods
Turn your trekking pole into a selfie stick AND a monopod so you won’t lose any memories when hiking solo. These are the simple mods I made to one of my Black Diamond... Read More
Zima in the Jug
The Jug is a short section of Salome Creek, an amazing oasis in the desert northeast of Phoenix. It’s hard to imagine now, but there was a time when it was extremely rare... Read More
Competency Continuum
The competency continuum. People enter canyoneering at different places along the continuum. Some have no rope experience at all. Some have no outdoor experience at all. Some come from rock climbing and have... Read More
Standoff with the Montana Freemen
On March 25, 1996, an 81-day standoff began between FBI agents and an anti-government group known as the Montana Freemen. The standoff continued until the last members of the Freemen surrendered on June... Read More
Featured Gear
Totem CRT
The Totem — on steroids! The Totem CRT has all the features and capabilities of the original Totem and then some. We added “wings” that can be used to add friction, redirect braking position and for easy lock-off. The three … Read More
8mm VT Prusik, Black
Designed by Rich Carlson and manufactured by BlueWater Ropes, the VT Prusik features a super tough, heat resistant Technora aramid sheath over durable nylon core strands. The core in this kernmantle design keeps the VT from flattening and binding up. … Read More
