Tag Archives: Rappelling

How to Tie the Prusik Loop for a DIY Knot Board Display

The Prusik Loop is not only a safety autoblock that could save your life while rappelling, but it’s also a great… View Article

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Rope DOPE – Gear Tasting Radio 93

We’re all about rope this week on Gear Tasting Radio. We discuss everything from the construction of different ropes, to… View Article

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Emergency Rappelling Gear – Gear Tasting Radio 66

Emergency rappelling involves safely egressing from a building during an emergency, like a fire or other dangerous event. This week… View Article

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Demystifying Climbing Math and Avoiding the Death Triangle

I have a confession to make. Apart from how much I love tying knots our Knot of the Week series, I… View Article

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Gear Tasting 29: Waterproof Dry Bags, Rappelling Gear and Pepper Spray Grenades

On this episode, Bryan showcases a Hiking Stick that transforms into a camp stool and offers a method for securing… View Article

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Rigging to Rappel: A Basic Guide

Rigging to rappel is an often undervalued skill. It is certainly a necessary part of rappelling, but most people I… View Article

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Inaugural ITS Tactical Muster Details and Packing List

Today we’re releasing the final details for our Inagural ITS Tactical Muster and Skill-Set Development Excursion taking place in Weatherford,… View Article

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Inaugural ITS Tactical Muster and Skill-Set Development Excursion

After months of planning, we’re excited to finally release details on our inaugural  ITS Tactical Muster and skill-set development excursion…. View Article

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Announcing the Inaugural ITS Tactical Muster

We’re thrilled to announce our newest ITS Tactical event. The Muster will be a skill-set development event held outdoors that… View Article

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Dealing with Anchors while Rappelling and Making a DIY Retrievable Anchor

You’ve read the series on learning How to Rappel. You have a good grasp of the fundamentals and are ready… View Article

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