Techniques On Rope Archives

Frog Ascending System

Frog Ascending System There are multiple ascending systems, including the Texas Prusik (and variations thereof), the RAD (and variations thereof, and the Frog. The Frog…

Ascending Rope with Prusiks

Ascending Rope with Prusiks The techniques depicted in this video for self-rescue out of a crevasse can also be used in canyoneering. You use the…

Crab Claw Via Ferrata Lanyard

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…

Safety Eight – Ocho Imperdible

Safety Eight – Ocho Imperdible Diego is narrating in Spanish, but the demo is easy to follow even without audio. He is rigging a standard…

Clipping Short

Clipping Short Clipping short is a very simple technique that can be used in a variety of situations, including passing a knot while ascending, transitioning…

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