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I decided once again to create something about the Petzl AP Hook, which is used in the EXO rescue system. The hook is designed for emergency evacuation from a burning building. I have repurposed it and will show one way to use the hook to anchor onto edges inside a building in order to rappel […]
A few months ago, I already bought a drytooling pick from Kuznia Szpeju for my Ergonomic and tested it on my training tower. With the confidence I gained in their pick and the drytooling grips, I decided to also get the replacement pick for the lightweight carbon ice tools Elite Climb Raptor. This report is […]
I recently put together the setup from Falcon Claw. It is primarily assembled from their products. I’ve now summarized my first experiences in this article. Falcon Claw Components Falcon 640+ V2 Thermal Device Falcon Dovetail Adapter for Thermal Device Falcon QDF Weapon Mount Falcon QDB Bridge Falcon QDA PVS-14 Adapter The Night Vision Device As […]
This article is sponsored by LV Equipment. The Berghaus Munro is a classic that nearly every German soldier should be familiar with. Several years ago, Berghaus already released an infrared-optimized version, back then in the color Cedar. Now, updated to modern standards, the Berghaus Munro II is available in Stone Grey Olive – of course […]
I have been rappelling regularly for over 10 years now and have tried a lot of different things. What you use, how, and where requires some experience, which of course cannot be fully conveyed in a short blog post like this. But in short: when climbing, you use different equipment than in canyoning or rescue […]
Recently, I showed an emergency rappel using a door anchor made from two crutches and two broomsticks in a reel. This video, which was intended more as entertainment, raised a few questions. One of them: How much load can a broomstick actually take as a door anchor? I tested it and explained the it in […]
Controversial and specific – I advise against imitation. It’s hard to say from how many skyhooks an anchor point can be considered “safe.” But I like to use two skyhooks with an aramid accessory cord as one questionable point. In the comments, some suggested tying a knot in the sling for redundancy… but I prefer […]
A high anchor point is generally much more comfortable than a low one when transitioning over the edge. So it’s great when there’s a tree close to the edge. But what if the tree is no longer that trustworthy? Here I’ve set up a system we can use to practice rappelling. Everything is “fixed” in […]
Arc’teryx PRO is aimed at professional users who need reliable clothing. This includes mountain guides, mountain rescue, air rescue, and more. On the Arc’teryx website, you can find more information about the Professional Program. The Alpine Guide Jacket is a breathable rain jacket made from N80d Gore-Tex Pro, designed for mountain guides and alpine use […]
This article was sponsored by AustriAlpin. The AustriAlpin RIG-IT three2give rigging plate can serve as a strong central anchor point for rescue and ropework systems. A special feature is the large opening, which allows for carabiner-free rigging. Material: Anodized aluminum Weight: 358 g Dimensions: 188 x 126 x 10 mm Standard: ppe reg. (EU) 2016/425, UIAA 130 […]
The camouflage pattern originally reserved for special forces of the German Army (Bundeswehr), Multitarn, is now expected to gradually become available to the regular troops as well (German article: Hartpunkt.de / New Camouflage Pattern for the Bundeswehr). As a result, the pattern is widely talked about and is often described as “Multicam in a Flecktarn […]
The Schuberth M100 is a modern military helmet that has also successfully made its way into the German Bundeswehr. Here I have the half-cut model in sand brown RAL8031. Here are some comparison references to evaluate the color. On the right, a field blouse in Flecktarn; on the left, a combat pant in Multitarn. Below, […]
Together with Tensi und Harald we used the time at the CtoC Summit to build the Kontenha Rig out of available gear. The idea is, that an operator can rappel together with his dog on the lap. Here are the components of the Kontenha Rig Version 1: Skylotec Spark Descender Camp Enigma Swivel Edelrid Tech […]
When I get a new rope I do some steps to prepare it for the outdoors use. Not all ropes need middle markings and not all have one. But for using a rope in the nature, I prefer to have marking for the middle. In this video I show how I uncoil the new rope, […]
A duffel bag is great for transporting gear and working directly from the bag. The TT Duffel, available in 65 and 45 liters, also features padded shoulder straps, allowing you to carry your gear bag fairly comfortably through the city to your hotel or from the airport to a taxi. Here I’m presenting the Duffel […]