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reslinging hexes ??
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2002 6:30 am
by merrick
it is time to resling my hexes. was there ever a consensus on what the best type of cordage is. i sort of recall people bagging on spectra and gemini and saying good ole nylon was best.
and the triple fisherman is the standard knot for tying the cord right??
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2002 4:50 pm
by Steve
You're on the right track. Use Spectra or Gemini cord and tie with a tripple fisherman. Now you're making me feel guilty about neglecting my hex cordage, that stuff is still good after six years right?
reslinging hexs
Posted: Mon Oct 07, 2002 6:48 pm
by dingo
Search the old ClimbKentucky archives. I know we discussed it on there.
Posted: Tue Oct 08, 2002 6:30 pm
by Legion
See the rec.climbing FAQ at
www.tradgirl.com
Posted: Sat Oct 19, 2002 3:24 am
by Krazy Karl
Here's a page explaining, in great detail (with pictures!) how to sling hexes using 5mm Maxim Tech Cord:
http://www.savasyn.net/weekend/Climb/ho ... /hexes.htm
I suppose the procedure would be the same with other cordage? If the hexes are drilled for 5.5mm spectra, is it still okay to use 5mm Gemini?
Posted: Sat Oct 19, 2002 6:23 am
by Ryan
I was told that Spectra was the best. Is this bad beta or what?
Posted: Sun Oct 20, 2002 2:45 am
by Legion
It's mostly a matter of opinion. Search the web for a test done by Craig Leubben, Chris Harmstron, et. al I think there is a copy of it on the AMGA site right now. I have a copy of it somewhere,too if you can't find it on the web. You will find that each material has it's strengths and weaknesses. There is no right or wrong answer here.