In the USA and Canada, it has been seen for a long time, and occasionally in the German-speaking region as well: ice climbers wearing rubber gloves. But have these people forgotten their expensive Gore-Tex gloves and spontaneously bought a replacement, or is this intentional? … It is intentional! In the 2022/2023 season, I first went […]
This article is intended to provide some ideas and not serve as a complete guide! Climbing, especially climbing alone, is dangerous, and small mistakes can have severe consequences. Therefore, always exercise caution and thoroughly test any “new” techniques in a safe environment first. This setup is designed for using the Grigri as the primary device. […]
In a world with thermal devices, near-infrared (NIR) camouflage remains an essential foundation for effective concealment. In many situations, however, movement, light, and noise discipline are more decisive factors than NIR camouflage. Since there are many myths surrounding NIR compliance, I compared Multicam and Flecktarn. The visual camouflage effect for the naked eye is completely […]
Night vision devices have become standard on modern battlefields, making camouflage in the near-infrared range an important topic. Whether clothing blends with the surroundings under night vision depends primarily on the environment. Foliage and grass strongly reflect infrared light due to the chlorophyll, appearing bright. However, features like bark and shadows create a varied structure […]
Attention! Climbing is generally a dangerous sport. Climbing alone is even more dangerous. You are completely responsible for yourself and your safety. With Top-Rope Solo, you can secure yourself quite well, but you must recognize potential sources of error and handle everything carefully and attentively. The devices described here are not made for Rope-Solo and […]
Caution! Rope-solo climbing is very dangerous. Most devices are not designed for self-belay. This post is in no way a tutorial. Please test every system and technique in a safe environment to ensure nothing can go wrong! Petzl Shunt is Dangerous! The Petzl Shunt is a rope clamp without teeth. It grips the rope through […]
This setup was put together to climb Top-Rope Solo with two relatively thin half ropes. Rope-solo climbing is dangerous, and this post is not intended as a complete guide! Please do not put yourself in unnecessary danger and always test each system and technique thoroughly in a safe environment. Procedure: At the start of the […]
Introduction and Notes Ice climbing is dangerous and requires experience to assess the ice and the risks. This packing list is merely an idea and a guide, and it is by no means a comprehensive universal solution. So please think for yourself and take what you need to safely complete your climb! This packing list […]
This post is just an idea and a small impression. It is not meant to be a complete guide for secured solo climbing! Rope solo climbing, in particular, is dangerous! Here is a system I used for a long time when I first started with Top-Rope Solo. I hadn’t yet found any information on the […]
This post is not intended as a guide! It is meant to offer some ideas and show how I proceed. Climbing, especially rope solo, is very dangerous! Therefore, please thoroughly test and practice all techniques in a safe environment. Process: Find a suitable spot to build the lower anchor point Build a secure anchor/stand with […]
The 3 Lines principle is internationally known and applied. ‘Lines’ can be roughly translated as ‘layers’ in German. However, unlike the layering principle, it does not refer to individual clothing layers but rather to different layers of equipment. This principle serves as a rough guide until you can better assess what to pack where. At […]
My 3 Lines from 2016 This equipment is designed for dismounted reconnaissance in forested terrain. With it, you can operate self-sufficiently for several days. There’s no emphasis on digital communication or fortification tools. The focus here was on exercises in civilian contexts (MilSim, airsoft, tactical scenarios) as well as smaller exercises as part of the […]