TexasTreemonkey
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Which system would ya'll recomend for a 6'2" 255 pound guy to learn to climb on? does wieght effect srt? im a big guy and are scarred of one line holding my big but up!
srt or double
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af7850
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Just a thought, but you should only be climbing on ropes and gear rated at 5,000 lbs or greater. If you fall, it won't be because your rope won't hold your big azz, but because you cut the rope, tied your hitch improperly, etc.
Start on a double rope, with a Blakes hitch on a tied tail. This is a setup which is easy for beginners to learn fairly quickly.
SRT is a more complicated system, and more expensive because of the additional equipment needed. Definitely not for beginners.
I usually use SRT for ascent, then tie in my double system. The main advantage of SRT is that it is much less exhausting to ascend. However, the DdRT is a great way to move around in the tree.
Start on a double rope, with a Blakes hitch on a tied tail. This is a setup which is easy for beginners to learn fairly quickly.
SRT is a more complicated system, and more expensive because of the additional equipment needed. Definitely not for beginners.
I usually use SRT for ascent, then tie in my double system. The main advantage of SRT is that it is much less exhausting to ascend. However, the DdRT is a great way to move around in the tree.
TexasTreemonkey
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thanks for the advice, any videos you would reccomend? sherrilltree had a couple im gonna try out
oldirty
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6'6 235 here man. i have never srt'd. cant help you with any info on that.
for acsent i just bought a rock dual ascender to go up double rope. i got sick of footlocking and manually advancing my knot. i mean this way is fine for short ascent but rough for a long ascent. hence the new piece of equipment.
i dont think i see my self srt'ing anytime soon though.
for acsent i just bought a rock dual ascender to go up double rope. i got sick of footlocking and manually advancing my knot. i mean this way is fine for short ascent but rough for a long ascent. hence the new piece of equipment.
i dont think i see my self srt'ing anytime soon though.
beowulf343
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No need to worry-i'm over 300 with all my gear and have never had a rope problem. Takes a little time but you need to learn to trust your gear.
af7850
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Not sure about videos - I've never seen one. I would suggest learning from someone who is experienced enough to spot any errors you make and correct them. You'll also be able to pick up some tips and tricks along the way.
joesawer
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I would recommend starting with a drt and Blake's hitch also.
I never felt a need for srt until I came to CA and start climbing really tall trees (like these http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=60669). For very long ascents it is the best, but for anything less than 30 or forty feet it is not even worth setting up and then crossing over to drt to work.
Also I weigh 240 and have never had anything close to an equipment failure due to my weight. There is a large safety margin. In order to climb efficiently you have to trust your equipment. If you don't trust it, don't use it.
I never felt a need for srt until I came to CA and start climbing really tall trees (like these http://www.arboristsite.com/showthread.php?t=60669). For very long ascents it is the best, but for anything less than 30 or forty feet it is not even worth setting up and then crossing over to drt to work.
Also I weigh 240 and have never had anything close to an equipment failure due to my weight. There is a large safety margin. In order to climb efficiently you have to trust your equipment. If you don't trust it, don't use it.
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