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 […]
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 […]
Originally, a few years ago, I bought the Singing Rock Top harness for via ferrata routes. Later, as I started climbing more, I replaced it with a different harness. However, I still find it great for certain activities because it’s completely black, simple, and comes in a universal size – all for around €40 (as […]
This article was sponsored by Teufelberger. The Resc Tech is an exceptionally lightweight rescue rope with high breaking strength. Listed by Teufelberger as an “Accessory Cord,” it can be used similarly to a load-bearing prusik cord. Ideal for rappelling and setting up anchors from multiple fixed points. “The RescTech was developed as a lightweight and […]