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Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: Why are full body harnesses uncommon in mountaineering? Full body harnesses are not used because of: Weight (for obvious reasons) Bulk (Getting all gear to your climbing desintation can be a chore. Everything else being equal, a more packable harness is preferred) Freedom of movement (a full body harness hinders arm movements) Clothing (Taking a jack... (more)	—	almost 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Transferable skills between rock and ice climbing The Basics Tying in, ropework, belaying, commands and common sense transfer quite well from rock climbing. At least from trad. Someone with rock climbing experience could certainly top rope on ice or follow an experienced leader with only some brief instructions. The climbing Ice climbing techniqu... (more)	—	about 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: How is an attempt defined in sport climbing? There are some cases where the finer details of what constitutes an "attempt" matters. First, completing a climb as an on-sight (on first attempt, without any prior knowledge) or a flash (on first attempt, but with some degree of prior knowledge ot "beta") is considered better than completing it aft... (more)	—	about 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Where can I find nature in Sweden, like that of Abisko? Abisko is kind of unique in Sweden, with it’s accessible alpine setting. (It’s a long journey no doubt, but not complicated thanks to sleeper trains) The areas of Kebnekaise and Sarek have a similar feeling, but takes even longer to get to, even if slightly more south. Then you have ... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Rappel: How do I start rappel from a ledge when using rappel extension Don't extend your rappel too far If your extended brake device gets stuck above the ledge, you probably extended it too far. This might also lead to problems if you have to pass a knot or otherwise need to reach up to your device. Tie up your extension sling to get a length that works. Rappell over... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Knot for pulling two branches of a tree together I wouldn’t While I could think of a number of ways to tie a string the way you want, a cam buckle strap would be super simple and (more importantly) damage the bark considerably less. Even without a cam buckle, I would still advise tape before string. Professionals use strips of loose fabri... (more)	—	over 5 years ago
Answer	—	A: Rappelling with only one arm Yes If we assume that this is a summer camp setup where experienced (ish) instructors set up and oversee the rapell, sure. A one-armed person would face two major difficulties. Setting up the rapell (is tying knots and loading rope into brakes/rapell devices) and handling the brake during the actua... (more)	—	almost 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Can an overhand loop be used to shorten nylon webbing as a personal anchor? This is perfectly fine. Not ideal perhaps, but perfectly fine. One caveat though: Never climb above the anchor when clipped in with a static sling. Especially a knotted sling. And if you do - do not fall. There is a famous video from dmm demonstrating what a dropping weight can do with a knotted sl... (more)	—	almost 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are the most important numerical features to look for when comparing climbing ropes? It depends... What matters depends on what kind of climbing you plan to do. Length matters if you’re climbing (and/or rappelling) routes longer than 25 meters. In some areas, a 80m rope is essential, in others a 50m will do just fine. Impact force matters if you climb on marginal protectio... (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: When making an anchor with static rope around a boulder, what knot should I use Your current choices are good. For a fixed loop in the middle of a rope, an alpine butterfly is a solid choice. I can think of alternatives, but no really better ones. For a loop at the end of the rope, a figure eight (assuming a trace eight) is plenty strong even in that configuration, even if it ... (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: How and when to sharpen ice screws? There exist specialized tools which can assist sharpening. However those generally only work well with a specific brand/type of screw, since the angles of the screw's teeth differ. (One example is "Lim'Ice" from Petzl, see video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzN7l4JxxpA ) Some shops also have a c... (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: What is a kassakåta? I think a better translation would make the meaning obvious. "Kassa" here means "fund". ie a "kassakåta" is a hut funded by the village, not by an individual or a family. (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: What types of wild foods are protected from foraging in the Swedish Lapland forests, and how is the status decided? Protected species in sweden are listed in English here: Protected Species in Sweden. Since information is subject to change I will not copy the information into this answer. Apart from that, hunting and fishing is regulated. Naturally, anything grown commercially is off limits too, since that is th... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to mitigate injury when falling into a crevasse? I'm sorry to post a "You can't-answer", but the truth about crevasses is that the only two things that can save you are a) being roped up b) pure dumb luck. If you ever end up in a situation where your actions from "Oh sht" to "Ouch, now how do I get up?" matters, you've done something really wrong.... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Do climbing shoes wear out from age alone? Climbing shoes don't wear out from age alone (in any realistic time frame that is). However, the rubber in the soles do age (probably because it "dries" and oxidizes over time) which affects the shoes performance negatively. You can fresh up old but not worn out soles with sand paper or a steel bru... (more)	—	almost 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is there any evidence that attaching a biner to both seat and leg loops results in a 3-way load? Yes... You can easily do this experiment yourself. Attach a carabiner to both leg and waist loops. Tie the biner to a rope or use a sling and hang from a branch or anchor. Observe how the biner is loaded. Depending on your individual harness, body and carabiner, there will be some degree of triaxial... (more)	—	almost 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Rock climbing grading theory The theory is that (sport) grades should reflect the technical skill, strength and stamina required to redpoint the route. Therefore the definition of, say a 8a route is that "a climber that consistently climbs 8a routes will succeed while a 7a+ climber will struggle" When climbers talk about grade... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Does "Sport Climbing" refer to bolted climbing outdoors only or both indoors and outdoors It is more about style than routes. The term "Sport climbing" generally (traditionally) refers to climbing (routes longer than boulder problems) in such a way that the climber only have to focus on overcoming technical difficulty, not risk management. This differs from trad[itional] climbing where t... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: Fisherman rescue, what gear is required? Don't Given your description and your background: Don't even try it! Hauling any load up a slope is much harder than up a vertical cliff, and to attempt that with an injured person... just don't! You'll only end up wasting precious time and quite possibly harm the victim even more. In your scenario... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What could possibly go wrong in Sarek? I've been to Sarek twice and hiked other parts of the swedish and norwegian mountain range (some "wilder" than sarek) more than a dozen times. Here is my view: Sarek is wild, beautiful, but far from deserted during the peak hiking season. If you choose one of the more common paths, you will certainl... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are the correct techniques for rescuing someone who has fallen through the ice? Most important: Be prepared! On organized skating tours (at least in sweden) the following is mandatory equipment. An ice probe (to determine ice thickness so you wont go through in the first place) A backpack with a complete change of clothes in a watertight bag. The backpack must have a harness ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are the reasons for prohibiting bow hunting in many countries? For two (percieved or real) reasons, I believe: A greater risk of wounding the animal. (Even a skilled hunter misses from time to time and a hunter with a rifle has a bigger chance of getting off a second, killing shot) Poaching. You are generally not permitted to use a silencer on a hunting rifle ... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to join two pieces of rope in an adjustable tight loop? I'm not sure how your setup is, but I'd try a Purcell prussik or something similar. Animated example You must test its holding Power on paracord yourself, but on climbing cord it's solid enough. (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do locals (short of drilling) determine that lake ice is safe for skating, ice fishing, snowmobiling, skiing? In sweden, where skate touring is a popular winter sport, skaters bring a device called "ispik". (Ice pike). They come in two varieties. Either double pike, that looks like a sturdier version of a ski pole or a single pike that looks more like a broomstick with a tapered metal point. Generally speaki... (more)	—	over 8 years ago