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    Which redirect system above winch do you use & prefer?

    Is there a special name for it btw? I mean the pulley (or ring) above the rigging winch to fairlead the rope into it. I usually use a deadeye sling with an OmniBlock, but I'd like to have more precise positioning possible to reduce friction on the winchs own fairlead. Slings move quite a bit...
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    ISC got sold...

    ...by an investor, but not Sherrill! :) https://gallery.mailchimp.com/bc0852fead1147bb533c4520a/files/0349b53d-6b12-418a-b4af-4b160009ea29/Birch_Lake_Investments_Ltd._Acquires_ISC_Ltd._Press_Release_Nov_01_2019.pdf
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    Sherrill, again

    They bought Sterling Rope! Whats going on there wit Sherrill, how big will they become?!
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    [WANTED] Rock Exotica Omni Block 1,5" one way sheave

    Hey guys! I try to get some left over stock from the RE Omni Block 1,5" one way sheave (which is no longer manufactured) from the US, but unfortunately I have no luck. I'd take any color, optimum would be 2 orange and 2 black ones! If someone who has one or someone, or knows a source I still...
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    Scoring the Masters: Big Shot

    Hi! How do you score the throwing if someone uses a Big Shot (or similar tool) in the Masters? For me there should be no points for the height, and none for 1st, 2nd etc. throw as well. The optional points (up to 3) still can be gained by using tricks for isolation etc., or skill & style. Does...
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    Most static 16-strand?

    Hey Guys! I post my question here as stretch may be more of a topic for Single Line Climbers: What is the most static 16-strand climbing line out there? Is there something comparable to Samson Vortex?
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    Ascent Event from 2015 on?

    I heard the Ascent Event may replace the Footlock Event from 2015 on. Some of you guys here know probably better, is that true? I guess that will be something to discuss... Did many Chapters in the US run the Ascent Event for getting used to it already, and what have been the experiences so...
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    High-mod fibers and aging, UV-degradation etc.

    Aloha! I found information (or at least mentioning) on the Buzz about flex-fatigue here and there, but not really a thread to sum up info about physical properties of modern high-modulus fibers as Dyneema, Technora, Vectran, PBO etc., and especially information about aging and UV degradation...
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    Splicing onto Round Thimbles

    I wonder what you Guys think about it and how do you make your Stuff when splicing onto Round Thimbles (yeah,f.e. like the Antal ones, no offense meant!). I do not splice as tight as possible to the Thimble as I think it puts extra stress on the Throat, and its maybe even some kind of...
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    Backing up SRT Ascenders

    Hi there ! I searched a bit but didnt find the right Thread for my Question (at least not out of the last 4 Years...). What are the prefered Methods to backup a handeled ascender, preferably ones with Holes at the Top. I used to do it with Frictio Hitches, but sometimes also with mechanical...

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