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Big Wall/Fixed Lines
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:36 pm
by overhung
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.
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:55 pm
by Danny
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.
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 5:59 pm
by campusboarder
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.
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 9:43 pm
by Christian
just tie the loose end to something heavy:volkswagen, yak, smartass gumby on this site .
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 9:43 pm
by Spragwa
Great to see you back Christian!
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:05 pm
by Christian
Thank you spragwa I have missed you and and almost everyone else that contributes to this here thing.
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:17 pm
by ynot
Which is heavier the yak or the volkswagon?
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 10:37 pm
by overhung
The yak. I saw a picture of yak once and it was real big.
Posted: Mon Jun 13, 2005 11:13 pm
by ynot
Do they taste like chicken?