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Posted: Fri Feb 20, 2009 11:48 am
by Saxman
ElectricDisciple wrote:And why would you "multi-task" while belaying?
To grab a bite, drink, photo, swat a bug, wipe sweat, dig something out of a pack, masturbate, etc.

Posted: Fri Feb 20, 2009 1:31 pm
by bcombs
ElectricDisciple wrote:...why would you need to lower the second, especially on multi-pitch routes?
If you are guiding inexperienced climbers on multi pitch and need to lower your client from a difficult section back down to a ledge to rest. Of course, you do this only one or twice, then set up your 2:1. :D

Posted: Fri Feb 20, 2009 10:30 pm
by Rollo
caribe wrote: Jonathan you are right. I really don't see what the diff is.
about two bucks...