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https://youtu.be/sy34HuIOFFE Worth a watch GriGris are not appropriate underground. They wear out too quickly (modern lighter weight devices)

Personally I've mixed views on it, but only used for relatively short pitches to date so limited experience. I find the handle easier to use and control, seems as smooth to use as the old stop. Cant make an assessment on wear. I'm using it with the new frieino grab with mixed views in that it...

Lesser Garth ?

Off thread a little, but if anyone has some really worn out knackered STOPs destined for the bin give me shout; always after worn out kit for courses to illustrate retirement time...

Bear in mind that relates to a paddlsport (kayak) helmet . phizz4; in answer to your original question you should seek the advice of the Scouts technical adviser. I'm pretty sure you'll have one appointed, that's certainly the case (as far as I'm aware) for any Scouts in Wales. That way...

Going to throw this into the mix.... Recent AALS recommendations (i.e. Adventure Activities Licensing Service part of HSE) for helmets is that the lifespan could be extended beyond 10yrs provided they've passed a thorough visual and function test. It is also recommended the worst looking helmet...

You can but whether you should is a different matter!! Many climbing devices are not made out of suitable enough materials to survive the wear of a low-stretch and/or grubby rope (we've had that from at least 2 manufactures following discussions on appropriate life-lining devices to use when...

Off topic a bit but worth considering if you're talking about soft shackles attached to anchors. The attached (hopefully) image tape/sling failed at 7kN

Nice one!!

As Pete's said, given your situation you need to replace them, although there's a growing argument for keeping some textiles beyond the normal 10yr retirement age plastics don't fair so well. We've been using both the Boreo and Panga as well as having a few of the Elios kicking about. The...

There was a video that did the rounds a while back with a guy testing various end knots; tying them then vigorously shacking the rope to see if they dropped out. The double barrel knot faired best. If I find it i'll post it here. Also helpful for the odd insomniac...

We've had similar experiences with Peli and their head-torches. Minor faults rectified or replaced totally quibble free. Fantastic company!!

Oh no. What a legend...

Nice one! Would be interesting to see what a dynamic drop test yields given there's no knots to absorb an impact

If you use 8mm accessory (or Type L) cord like the Beal Antipodes for your footloop cord it's compatible with several jammers and some descending devices, can be very useful for rescues. Traxions are also really handy although be very very careful when using toothed devices, the smallest of...