new lanyard?

I dropped the DEDA lanyard for a while, but I got a Rope Wrench 3 weeks ago, and since I've joined the SRT tribe, I've found the DEDA lanyard to be a helpful tool, particularly for climbing alternate lanyard to my final TIP when my climbing line is anchored at the base of the tree.

My current setup is 20 ft. of KMIII (which flips well when spurring on removals), biners on the primary end of the lanyard with a Stein Skywalker pulley and a Distel hitch adjuster. The "auxiliary" end of the lanyard is setup just like Tom Dunlap's lanyard listed above with the ISC swivel biner and a regular aluminum snap. I clip them together and hang them right on my hip, daisy chain the excess. It's a little extra weight, but it functions well for me as I'm learning SRT.

FWIW...
 
I've got a couple of different lanyards I use. One is a homemade CE close to 30' long. Took me a long time to get all the splices done, but that was half the reason I made it (to practice splicing). Instead of relying on an eye splice on the end for a stopper, I went ahead and added a ring. Nice when I want to extend it (which TBH doesn't happen very often). I love it when working SRT for reasons already stated.

The other is a throw together 2 in 1 that I use for sappy removals (I get a lot of white/loblolly 'round these parts) and quick DdRT climbs. I'm not very satisfied with the 2-1 as I made it out of standard 16 stand which doesn't flip well at all when I am gaffin' (at least for me). Any suggestions for a stiffer line without having to fork out the major dollars for a prefab steel core?

@swingdude- I wish I'd have heard about your dislike for DMM biners and love for snap biners before you gave 'em away. I defiantly woulda traded you! I've got a tri-action just layin' around that was used for all of 2 days. Might be time to visit the classifieds.......
 
Thanks for the advise!

I have another question:

Suggestions on how to manage/store a lanyard with 20-30ft of tail? I have been using the short 2 in 1, so the concept of having this much lanyard length is new to me.

I figure most of you don't let the extra rope just hang, so what are the best options to keep it tidy and usable when needed?
 
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Thanks for the advise!

I have another question:

Suggestions on how to manage/store a lanyard with 20-30ft of tail? I have been using the short 2 in 1, so the concept of having this much lanyard length is new to me.

I figure most of you don't let the extra rope just hang, so what are the best options to keep it tidy and usable when needed?

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This might help

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQj_vd0IX...PUZevFlmSpkDbOY
 
I think 20' is to much. If you need that much, a specialty lanyard, with a lowerable connector like a cinch or a Grigri is in order. You can use it as a SRT setup or a really big buckstrap.

20' is to much to deal with on a daily basis.
 
Here's a thread you may find handy.

http://www.treebuzz.com/forum/showflat.php?Cat=0&Number=300635&page=0&fpart=1&vc=1

I've been using the electrical cord holder suggested in this thread. If you can find a way to secure the top and bottom of it so that it's always facing out, it works very well. I use a lanyard that is very close to 30' most of the time (but I also use a short 2N1 about 30% of the time). Yeah I know I'm opening myself up to ridicule even discussing a lanyard this long, but it is what it is, and really, if you are used to managing a 20 footer, managing 30' isn't much different but adds more usability when it comes to using it like a second TIP.
 
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That electrical cord holder is ridiculous. why not just spool your lanyard on wagon wheel.

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That electrical cord holder is ridiculous. why not just spool your lanyard on wagon wheel.

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*shrugs* I stopped concerning myself about what others think about me long ago, so I'm glad I could be of service providing you gentlemen with a chuckle
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I stand by the ridiculous electrical cord holder. I can store 30 ft of lanyard extremely quickly (faster than daisy chaining by a pretty good measure and with one hand), and it stays put. Functionality is king in my book, which is the same reason I choose to use such a long lanyard. I've always had a hard time arguing with results....so I just quit tryin'.
 
To each his own....there is no right answer when it comes to the right setup for a climbing arborist. everyone has different preferences, climbing styles and abilities. not to mention the fact that the region that each of us lives in has a huge role in our systems, i know that i dont run into alot of sequoias in nh. that being said i have tried just more lanyard setups then i can even remember. i find that my system is constantly evolving because i feel that if i am not trying new things im not growing as a climber. my current setup right now is about fifteen feet of OP with a double action snap....yes double action...and a trango cinch. i bought the cinch years ago for a lanyard tried it for a bit and hated it, but recently i had someone show me a trick way to let out slack without using the handle and its my new favorite setup....so i say keep trying new and different things the possibilities are endless
 
Half twist opens the cinch to run smooth. Just let go and locks. No need for the handle. Been using that for last two year. Just put together my petzl shunt lanyard. Had the shunt laying around for last 4 years. Thanks for the pics and post on this.
 
JTree - Hey man if it works for you, and it keeps you productive and making money.. Then by all mean, do your thing. I am all for innovation. People told me my ShuntLanyard was stupid, and they still do.. But I love it and wouldnt change it for anything.

Sawdust- Make sure you let us know if you like it. One reccomendation: make sure to put a quicklink or a ring on the 'back loop'. If you extend both ends out all the way the back belly or whatnot will get sucked in pretty tight to the device which one, worries me because if it were to cut it somehow you are you most vulnerable with no tail as it would slip out of the cam, secondly its easier to pull it back it out when you can grab the ring/quicklink. An old aluminum ring works best. + I will clip the ring to the biners i have in the caritool slots on my cougar which keeps the tail of the lanyard up out of the way and I can easily un-stow it quickly.
 
Thanks for mentioning that again. I've got a aluminum ring here some where. Next wk give it a go.
Far as people calling things stupid. Get real people. If you dont try new thing! You will be in the same rut 20yrs latter. New inovations come along by trying new ways. Or new twist with an older tool.
223Tree, great invention. Climb on..
 
This is a very good thread, I've learned a lot of innovative ideas from all who posted and will undoubtedly be putting together a few new lanyards when I get the chance. To each his own, don't worry about the haters
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Also I use a wire core on my side D's and the CElanyard ditty bagged up as a secondary (when not in use).
 
Worked with the petzl shunt Monday. Have to measure the length yet? Short enough to clear the ground when hanging evenly. Works very well. Easy to adjust. Simple to put together two lanyard system.
 
Short enough to clear the ground when hanging evenly... comes out to around 12 feet for me i think... you get more if you hang the back on the ring/quicklink... it makes a W shape then as opposed to a backwards N

I am glad you like it. It a great system IMHO
 
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by the way what's DEDA and IMHO mean?

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DEDA = Double Ended Double Adjust

IMHO = In My Honest Opinion ... or ... In My Humble Opinion

Welcome Tommyh
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