This is the NATS Job Safety Analysis form they have on their website: https://northamericantrainingsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NATS_Pre-Job_Briefing-Job_Safetly_Analysis-JSA-Form_05-2.pdf
If you want a more comprehensive safety manual, you'll likely find many resources online that...
Same here. The Wizard is a cool piece of kit. To alleviate the gate loading, I always orient the carabiner along the spine, and usually take a round turn (so two loops instead of one) around heavier pieces to reduce side pressure and to reduce the possibility of it coming loose if the piece...
Sprockets are independent of the gauge. They have to match pitch: either 1/4 (never seen one on a 200/201) or 3/8. You will be happy with a 16” in either 0.043 or 0.050 gauge if it has any cojones. Otherwise, go with the stock 14”.
This statement is key! What works for you is what works! I appreciate many of the suggestions folks have made, but at the end of the day, practice and consistency will be what serves you best. Thanks for this thread!
Do you adjust the length of what is hanging for the height? If you are targeting a 30 ft height, you should have less line below your hand than for a 50 ft shot. Varying the pendulum length can make a big difference in accuracy.
Late to the game on this one. Stein/Climb Right make an aluminum pad with replaceable velcro inserts. They cost a little more, but are super durable and make old steel bucs “feel” light. I have a set on Bashlins, and other climbers who pick them up always do a double take at how light they are...