Test Reports Archive
The Bunny Ears knot is popular for applications where a rope needs to be attached to two anchor points. It is a subtle variation of the Figure-of-8-on-the-bight and provides two separate loops which can be adjusted easily.
⇒UPDATED REPORT: See the new section below which discusses the Milwaukee m18 SuperHawg drill with the m18 9.0Ah high demand battery. Roping technicians are using winches increasingly for rescue and access tasks. There are significant advantages to
It is common knowledge that placing a knot in a strand of rope effectively reduces the strength of the rope. As roping technicians, our challenge is to be able to look at a system and undertake a critical
Many teams train with tall Artificial High Directionals (AHDs). Tall AHDs are not only more difficult to stabilise but also expose teams to greater risks in the event of tipping. An article on this subject is published here.
Sterling 5.9mm PowerCord Many companies manufacture small diameter, low stretch, high strength cord and these have mostly been marketed to rock climbers for setting multi-point anchors at belay stations. One such example is Sterling Rope’s PowerCord. The specifications
