No disrespect to the "boots" but making things more complicated can cause evolution to be a bad thing. The thought that SRT will be the way is up in the air. This event is a fun idea that is ment to be a learning activity. There are quite a few draw backs to always climbing on SRT along with...
If there is a redirect that will work every time,that would be great. In a comp. what can go wrong could go wrong. Mabee set up a srt redirect from the ground, anchor it, when you hit that spot mid line it. If that is your last station; hopefully the limbwalk your golden...If not keep it simple...
Hey Rangerdanger...if you are interisted in the WAA comp,you better get on the ball now. There is a limited amount,primarly because gear,prelims and masters are on the same day.Your contact is a few replys above mine..I will see you guys there..Stay safe..Get High..Climbing that is.
Re: Question for Master\'s Judges...
The 2008 MSA comp a contestant used his access line to remove his false crotch.He didn't pull his access line to the false crotch, so when he pulled his line out the gear hit the ground with no controll....and no audible warning.......He won...head judge Tom...
Be very carefull when you try to break your prussik.If possible buck in.The worst part of a prussik compared to an accender is that you slip,or miss a lock,and your hand is on or above......terminal velocity
I live in Wisconsin, but do most of my work in Minnesota.I am a msa member first and compete in Minnesota.If you want to compete anywhere else you have to talk to the TCC chair to see if you can climb as a guest.No winning anything except braggin rights.Stay safe..
Keep in mind that you also need to have your tail,and yourself,in a suitable position to buck and work your system back through.You dont want to put yourself in an uncomfortable spot.
did anyone mention that the way you climb and how that effects the comfort.too much sitting/thrusting rather than working the tree is slower,less efficent and more work. however if your girl stopped taking the pill,you cant trust the saddle to do the job......i know....