A very simple explanation of risk — likelihood and consequences — and how to use a risk matrix. https://youtu.be/-E-jfcoR2W0 Please share your thoughts regarding how assessing risk using a risk matrix might apply to various aspects of canyoneering and other outdoor adventures.
Canyon Rope Systems Part of the How Not To video series. This video provides an overview of different ways to set up rappels through a canyon, considering ease of rigging, abrasion, ease of rescue and how efficient it is to move people through the canyon. Includes a few esoteric systems, the flow chart and some…
Alpine Anchors – S.T.R.A.D.S. Excellent explanation of using STRADS acronym for evaluating anchors. Solid pieces, Timely, Redundant, Angle, Distribution, Shock load. Also addresses pros and cons of various anchor rigging, including: Focused, equalized with Magic X and SWAMP. https://youtu.be/XpwY4vLEKYo
From the Hard is Easy YouTube channel. Impact forces during Lead Climbing Falls – a bonus episode of their Belaying Masterclass. Understand what role rope length, stretch and friction plays in climbing falls and you will be an awesome belayer. Presented from a climber’s perspective, but the principles apply to canyoneering and other rope disciplines….
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias in which people overestimate their knowledge or ability in a specific area. This tends to occur because a lack of self-awareness prevents them from accurately assessing their own skills. https://youtu.be/4FGnb2lgPBA Please share your comments below. Does anything about the Dunning-Kruger Effect seem familiar? A friend invited you to…
Sling and Lanyard Basics From the Hard is Easy YouTube channel. A good primer on slings and lanyards, including material considerations. Presented from a climber’s perspective, but applies to canyoneering and other disciplines as well. https://youtu.be/0gWOiqPAZDw
Crab Claw Via Ferrata Lanyard I found this video on YouTube providing instructions for tying a crab claw lanyard. Nothing wrong with it in the context in which it is presented. He mentions moving ACROSS a via ferrata and there is footage in the video showing people moving horizontally on cables. But an important caution…
With Rob Stringer This video has been extracted from one of Rope Rigging Academy (Australia) training programs. The video presents two rules of thumb for achieving balanced load onto two anchor points. The video also reveals some of the misconceptions relating to balancing load between two anchors points. https://youtu.be/X0SP85S1m4Q
Video: It Depends Memorizing a few rules might serve you well when you are just getting started, but ultimately you will encounter situations where the ability to discern when one technique or system is appropriate and when it is not will be critical. In this episode, Rich explains the importance of understanding the reasons behind…
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