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Video: Canyon Cordelette
In this episode, Rich discusses the evolution of the Canyon Cordolette, nick-named the Poor Man’s Jag. Now available in the Canyons & Crags online store as the CRT HauLine.
Rich explains the advantages and limitations of the Purcell Prusik and how the Canyon Cordelette overcomes those limitations. He also demonstrates how to use the Canyon Cordelette to create different mechanical advantages and convert static rigging to lower, along with various uses for the Cordelette, including setting up anchors for climbing and rappelling.
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Key Takeaways
- The Canyon Cordolette is a versatile tool that can be used to create different mechanical advantages and convert static rigging to lower.
- The Purcell Prusik has a built-in two-to-one mechanical advantage but is limited by its finite length.
- The Canyon Cordelette is a single strand version of the Purcell Prusik that overcomes the length limitation.
- The Poor Man’s Jag is a cost-effective alternative to the Petzl JAG, using the Canyon Cordolette with a sewn termination.
- The Canyon Cordolette can be used for various applications, including setting up anchors for climbing and rappelling.
