Any TR Soloists in the area?
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Hey guys how goes it? Is there anyone here in the SLC area that regularly does TR solo climbing? This is something I'd like to learn but am not comfortable teaching myself. I can provide some cash for your time, food, and some beer afterwards. I have all my own gear except for a micro traxion which I can pick up before we head out. As always, any help is greatly appreciated! Cheers! =) |
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Petzl's websie has info along with diagrams detailing how to self belay. It's pretty straightforward. You could save yourself cash, beer money etc. |
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I'll go check it out. Thanks for the lead drmartindell! =) |
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It isn't rocket science. I learned how to aid climb this way. |
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I do some TR soloing in Rock Canyon a day or two a week, you'd be welcome to come along anytime. |
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Hey Mountain Dog that would be awesome! I'll be picking up a Silent Partner here in the next 2-3 weeks and would love to come on down. Just outta curiosity, is that the device you use are do you recommend/prefer something else? |
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Bonneville wrote:Hey Mountain Dog that would be awesome! I'll be picking up a Silent Partner here in the next 2-3 weeks and would love to come on down. Just outta curiosity, is that the device you use are do you recommend/prefer something else?I actually use a Micro Traxion. I really like the device. Occasionally back it up with an ascender. I don't know much about the Sllent partner other than it's probably twice as expensive as my traxion and ascender. |
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Hmm...that's good to know. I've been a little leary of the Microtraxion setup after reading that it can shear your rope but I'm sure if done right it's about as safe as any other self belay system. I've never seen it in action and am totally new to this rope solo stuff so there's a chance I'm being over cautious based on the information I've obtained up to this point. Maybe before I purchase a system I can come check out how you rig this style of system. If it's cheaper and just as safe then it should be a win win situation no? |
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Bonneville wrote:Hmm...that's good to know. I've been a little leary of the Microtraxion setup after reading that it can shear your rope but I'm sure if done right it's about as safe as any other self belay system. I've never seen it in action and am totally new to this rope solo stuff so there's a chance I'm being over cautious based on the information I've obtained up to this point. Maybe before I purchase a system I can come check out how you rig this style of system. If it's cheaper and just as safe then it should be a win win situation no?Absolutely if you want to see it in action before deciding what you think would work best for you, be my guest. I personally love my micro and trust it. |
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the silent partner is for lead soloing. |
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haha - are you looking for a TR solo partner? |
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Tri-Camron, not a TR Solo partner, just looking to get some hands on with experienced people before I dive into it on my own. |
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if your into this... Don't forget a gri-gri, TWO mini traxions, seat harness, chest harness (two slings along with a short piece of webbing), burly rope (correct length), directional s, lockers, something to weight the rope (your pack full of beers maybe?) when the beer is gone your over it anyway. |
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Here check this out. this is what I looked up when i got into TR soloing. there are five videos total I know it's about lead soloing but you know once you get into TR soloing, lead soloing is only a short time behind. Also shows that the soloist can be used for lead soloing. youtube.com/watch?v=EhAww0C… |
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I've used a grigri, a silent partner, and a mini trax-before. |
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I was rope soloing outside corner to look for fixed gear this afternoon. I dropped my belay device and it bounced all the way down and out of sight. I just used clove hitches/figure eights as back ups on locking biners. There's many ways to skin a cat... just make sure that you "seek proper instruction and stuff" don't go dying. On a side note, anyone have a ATC guide for sale? |