A_Tying in B_Basic belaying techniques C_Connection between the belay device and its attachment carabiner D_Positioning and stance E_Clipping a quickdraw F_Falling G_Setting up to be lowered without untying H_Lowering the leader I_Prolonging the life of your rope
B_Basic belaying techniques
Giving slack. The brake hand pushes the rope in the device.
C_ Connection between the belay device and its attachment carabiner Stopping a fall.
Taking up slack.
A_Tying in Figure-8 knot. 1
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D_ Positioning and stance Spot the leader before the first point is clipped.
E_ Clipping a quickdraw Clip the second point at waist level; this reduces the amount of rope out and thus helps prevent the climber hitting the ground in case of a fall before making the clip.
Choose the right quickdraw length.
Extending an anchor with a sling to avoid incorrect carabiner loading.
Stay directly underneath the first piece of protection.
Rope path through a quickdraw.
Backing-up the belayer: - weight difference,
- belaying under a roof.
Clipping methods.
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F_Falling
G_Setting up to be lowered without untying
I_ Prolonging the life of your rope
Attention: do not let the rope run behind your leg.
Alternate ends when climbing and use a rope bag. 1
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Tie-in directly to the harness if you want to clean or repeat a section of the pitch.
H_ Lowering the leader Make sure your rope is long enough, always tie a knot at the end.
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Information is non-exhaustive. Refer to the other pages as well as to the user instructions and technical manuals. Technical training is essential.