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[edit] Dealing with the Rope

It is common for canyons to contain multiple short rappels (say 30-40 feet) as well as longer rappels that require a full rope length (100-200 feet). This means the canyoneer will need to recoil a full-length rope after every drop, even though most of the drops are short. One can either carry a separate short rope for the short drops or use a 'biner block in conjunction with a rope bag. This combination has revolutionized canyon rope management. It allows quick deployment of only the rope needed for the drop without tangling the whole mess.

  • Take one end of rope and run it through the rapide.
  • Pull out enough rope to reach the bottom. (If you can't see or hear the rope touch the bottom, set a contingency anchor).
  • Block that end with either a 'biner block or a knot block
  • Throw down the rope bag with the rest of the rope (should deploy smoothly).
  • Rappel either single or double stranded (if single stranded, be sure to rappel on the blocked strand!).
  • Once down, pull the un-blocked end and stuff the rope back in the rope bag.
  • Voila , no tangle, no hassle.


[edit] Links

  • Books

There are lots of excellent books from the rock climbing and mountaineering world that detail rappelling and anchor building skills. These pages do not substitute for thorough training.

Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills

Basic Climbing Anchors

Knots & Ropes for Climbers




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