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How To Lock Off a Figure Eight Rappelling Device

One advantage of a Figure of Eight rappel device is that it can be locked off on the rope, a useful trick for some circumstances.

Rappel Devices, Tech TipstjonesNovember 27, 2012Canyoneering, Gear for Canyoneering, how-to, Rappel Devices, Rope Descenders, figure eight knots, figure eight, tech tips

Simple Canyoneering Knots: The Overhand and Figure Eight Knots

"To me the simple act of tying a knot is an adventure in unlimited space. A bit of string provides a dimensional latitude that is unique among the entities." ~Clifford W. Ashley,

Knots, Tech TipstjonesMay 8, 2012basic canyoneering knots, basic climbing knots, bight, canyoneering knots, climbing knots, figure eight knot, figure eight knots, figure nine knot, how to tie a knot, overhand, tech tips, knots, Knots for Rope, Knots for Canyoneering