Big Wall/Fixed Lines

Post by **overhung** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:36 pm

I've never done a big wall, or any climb for that matter, that employed fixed lines. When fixing a line what exactly is the rope fixed to? Bolts I'd imagine or a natural feature.

Post by **Danny** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:55 pm

Any solid anchor. It would depend on the route and situation as to whether is was bolts, pro, or both. The fixed line us just a means to an end (getting back up to the high point). Any safe and efficient way you can figure out how to do that is what you want. Some consider it better style not to fix lines to the ground. ie. once you leave the ground you stay on the rock till it's over.

Post by **campusboarder** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:59 pm

Always remeber to attach the loose in of the fixed line to a bottom anchor, so it doesn't blow around on the rock face and get snagged. I've heard horror stories from this happening on El Cap.

Post by **Christian** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 9:43 pm

just tie the loose end to something heavy:volkswagen, yak, smartass gumby on this site .

Post by **Spragwa** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 9:43 pm

Great to see you back Christian!

Post by **Christian** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:05 pm

Thank you spragwa I have missed you and and almost everyone else that contributes to this here thing.

Post by **ynot** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:17 pm

Which is heavier the yak or the volkswagon?

Post by **overhung** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:37 pm

The yak. I saw a picture of yak once and it was real big.

Post by **ynot** » Mon Jun 13, 2005 11:13 pm

Do they taste like chicken?