Video: Rappelling on several connected Skyhooks

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 […]

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Staining wood with coffee

I bought some squared timber to build an improvised door anchor for rappelling in urban environments. However, the untreated wood was very light in color. I wanted to avoid applying harsh or aggressive dyes, so I decided to try staining it with coffee. This simple method could also be great for DIY crafts or decorative […]

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