Anchors and Rap Chains

Post by **Seraph** » Thu Feb 24, 2005 8:38 pm

looking for advice on tying in to rap chains and top anchors... I dont want to wear down the gear others have placed, so any info or instruction would be awesome. thanks for the time.

Post by **Wes** » Thu Feb 24, 2005 8:52 pm

Best bet is to get someone who knows what is going on to climb with you all the first few times outside. Or hire a guide.

Wes

Post by **Andrew** » Thu Feb 24, 2005 9:18 pm

There are a few books that do a good job explaining how it is done, but having someone show you first hand is greatly encouraged. Wes has the right idea.

Post by **weber** » Thu Feb 24, 2005 9:33 pm

Seraph,

Wes and Andrew's advice is good. If you can hook up with an experienced climber and come down to Muir, on the main trail leading from the parking lot, there is a "practice" topanchor with chains located only 8 feet up on a nice rock wall. It is easier and safer to instruct cleaning anchors here. And, if you do screw up and deck, its only a bruise on your butt and ego.

Rick

Post by **Saxman** » Thu Feb 24, 2005 11:55 pm

Can't go wrong with any of John Long's books. There is info online at various sources as well.