A different way to use the Kong Slyde

Asymmetrical Prusik (Schwabisch) tended by the Slyde.  Confirmed to shorten (two hands) or extend (one hand) under full body weight.  Cheaper and lighter than a pulley though less smooth.  Alternatively use a Distel or VT for easier release.  Works even with this 10.7mm fatty.

This is my take on a Slyde hitch, a variation of the Sticht Hitch, hand tends and lengthens one handed, and doesn’t bind with use, most others will.

It also works for a Sticht plate, tied a pin on to make it self contained.

I don't recognize that.  It appears that you are the author of a long thread on the Sticht Hitch so I will read.

Another way to use the Slyde, leave the slot open to be used as Sticht plate when needed. Carabiner choice is more limited as the small hole is being used.

Brocky wrote:

Another way to use the Slyde, leave the slot open to be used as Sticht plate when needed. Carabiner choice is more limited as the small hole is being used.

I read the entire thread on the Sticht Hitch but have more questions than answers.  Is there a video that shows how it is installed, adjusted, and used?  How does this Slyde variation compare to the ring setup?

Webfoot wrote:

Asymmetrical Prusik (Schwabisch) tended by the Slyde.  Confirmed to shorten (two hands) or extend (one hand) under full body weight.  Cheaper and lighter than a pulley though less smooth.  Alternatively use a Distel or VT for easier release.  Works even with this 10.5mm fatty.

I’m curious about this but can’t figure out what the intended purpose is supposed to be, what exactly is the intent for this arrangement? :)

Webfoot wrote:

I read the entire thread on the Sticht Hitch but have more questions than answers.  Is there a video that shows how it is installed, adjusted, and used?  How does this Slyde variation compare to the ring setup?

It’s harder to break the hitch when using a plate instead of the ring, the slight bend creates additional friction making the hitch release easier.

No videos that I know of, it’s basically a 4-2 VT with a twist on the second braid, the bushing or pipe piece makes sliding easier, but isn’t necessary.  The distance between the wraps and the ring determines how easily it slides. I keep the hitch tight when tying and when done, I make sure the wraps are holding and I yank down on the ring. This takes any slack and puts it between the wraps and ring.
A easy way to test the adjusting might be to use a piece of cord and the rap ring only. 

Malcolm Hansell wrote:

I’m curious about this but can’t figure out what the intended purpose is supposed to be, what exactly is the intent for this arrangement? :)

It's an adjustable lanyard as the Slyde is intended to be but it doesn't require a specific size of rope.  I bought a Slyde to try but couldn't find 9mm Single by the foot.  This was my workaround and I liked the result enough I thought someone else might want to try it.

Use a purcell prussik.

Tradiban wrote:

Use a purcell prussik.

I also use a Purcell Prusik but there is no easy way to shorten it under full body weight. With this setup I just grab the tail and pull. There is a place for each.