tobyk
Member
This has probably been discussed over and over a thousand times on here, but would like some enlightenment on which knots to use on Y hangs.
I?m currently in favour of using a double bowline on the bite, rather than double figure 8 on the bite, as it?s easier to adjust and uses less rope, but i?ve read about the dangers of only clipping one loop. I?ve also noticed with the figure 8 on the bite, it can slip dramatically if not dressed correctly.
Also what are people?s thoughts on a figure 8 - butterfly set up. I?m tempted in using the cavers (false) butterfly here, as it?s just so easy and quick to equalise, but have heard this knot can also slip, so is it generally recommended to use an alpine here?
Any comments will be much appreciated,
Toby
I?m currently in favour of using a double bowline on the bite, rather than double figure 8 on the bite, as it?s easier to adjust and uses less rope, but i?ve read about the dangers of only clipping one loop. I?ve also noticed with the figure 8 on the bite, it can slip dramatically if not dressed correctly.
Also what are people?s thoughts on a figure 8 - butterfly set up. I?m tempted in using the cavers (false) butterfly here, as it?s just so easy and quick to equalise, but have heard this knot can also slip, so is it generally recommended to use an alpine here?
Any comments will be much appreciated,
Toby