Activity for Roflo‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Edit	Post #41847	Initial revision	—	over 4 years ago
Edit	Post #39812	Initial revision	—	over 4 years ago
Question	—	Why is a Reverso not useful when belaying a first that's crossing a Bergschrund? I started reading Petzl's tech tips for mountaineering. While on the section for Crossing a Bergschrund, specifically in the part for Belaying a leader we have the following warning: Warning: the leader will fall below his belayer without a directional anchor. VERSO and REVERSO cannot be used in ... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Question	—	How to tie a one-piece webbing harness for dogs? We have a new puppy and can't wait to take him to TGO. Since he's still growing he'll grow out of any harness that fits at the moment. I'm considering tying a harness out of webbing, but all instructions I've found so far require D rings, stitching and cutting. But aside from my current needs I'd ... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Question	—	Riding a bicycle on the beach? A friend just came back from the beach and he mentioned he decided not to take his bike because he wasn't sure if it would be easy/comfortable to ride it on the sand. We started discussing if it would be easier dry sand or in the sturdier wet sand, and if the slope would be too much of a hassle. The... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Question	—	What's the ecological impact of bird-baths? When reading this question (What is the ecological justification (if any) for bird feeders?) on bird feeders I wondered if there would be an ecological impact on having a bird bath. Especially in cities where summer temperatures can be a bit unforgiving (and the fact that we've replaced natural land... (more)	—	over 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What is this gray bird that has black stripes on the side and around the head? According to this page (cache here) it's a Chukar partridge (Alectoris chukar): The Chukar (Alectoris chukar) is a Eurasian upland game bird in the pheasant family Phasianidae of the order Galliformes, gallinaceous birds. Its native range in Asia from Pakistan and Kashmir, India and Afghanistan. ... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Belaying directly off a ground anchor? There are a few reasons you could use a ground anchor, although none of them are optimal solutions: The climber is significantly heavier than you (though in reality you should anchor the belayer to the ground). When you might need to lock the belaying device and take a few steps for a moment (of co... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Why use a Dakota fire pit? Efficiency, mostly The fire should be able to burn very hot. Less fuel is needed (faster cooking). Produces less smoke. Less susceptible to wind. Light is shielded. Easy to cover up to extinguish. Covering it to remove evidence is easier. Support for cookware is easily added (something like green s... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Question	—	Why use a Dakota fire pit? While reading this answer I ended up watching a couple of youtube videos and heard this guy mentioning a "Dakota fire pit". I hadn't heard about it before, but could easily find a few images by searching the web: Seems pretty straighforward, but the question remains: Why would I build a fire pit... (more)	—	about 8 years ago
Question	—	What to be aware of if lightning strikes close to me? Many questions (and answers) about lightning seem to focus on avoiding being hit directly by lightning but don't consider being close to where it hits the ground. Granted, it may be intentional (ie: keeping a narrow scope) but it got me thinking: What do I have to be aware of if lightning strikes cl... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to find route for pedestrian Have you tried Google Maps? On the top-left corner there's a blue button to ask for directions: I tried to enter your route and it shows me a seemingly decent route. Just be sure to indicate that you're walking (1), and add your source and destinations (2). You can use the plus-sign (3) to add m... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to get kinks and twists out of a climbing rope? The one way I know to remove the twists from a climbing rope, requires for the rope not to be hanging nor in use in any way. The procedure is quite simple but may require help from your partner: Have your parter attach an ATC with a carabiner to the belay loop in her harness (if your partner is ot... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Protection from rain - running vs. walking You should run There's a good video from MinutePhysics that explains it all: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MqYE2UuN24 The short(er) version is that the amount of water you "run into" depends only on the distance, which is equal whether you run or walk. But the water falling on top of your head ... (more)	—	almost 9 years ago
Question	—	Where to report bird with leg ring id? Years ago, after a storm, I found a dead bird with an id ring on its leg. I wanted to find out where to report it, but before I returned with a camera to take a photo, a neighbor decided to dispose the body. In case I ever find another one, I'd like to know how to find out what I can do. The above... (more)	—	almost 9 years ago
Answer	—	A: Climbing: fear/panic on boulder wall Anyone had similar issues? Several years ago I sprained my ankle. I was lead-climbing a route that was a bit over my technical skills. I was in an overhanging segment above and sideways to my last bolt. I fell, swung, got tangled with the belay rope, started spinning, and hit my foot against th... (more)	—	about 9 years ago
Answer	—	A: Can I mix the contents of a cigarette with Odomos to prevent leech bites? Related: How do I avoid leeches? There's plenty of anecdotal evidence that suggests tobacco is toxic for leeches. However, I couldn't find any sources that mention why (thought I found a promising paper in Arabic, which I can't read, and the English summary was insufficient). So I'm risking a bit o... (more)	—	about 9 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do I achieve/maintain optimal hydration? I don't usually care too much about making a pee stop if I'm hiking (I just don't mind). In the last couple of years, however, I've taken on running and have since ran a marathon and a handful of half-marathons (and a one-minute pee break is a lot when you're trying to beat your own record). Pro-ad... (more)	—	about 9 years ago
Question	—	How is a fifi used in aid climbing? While reading this question it stuck me as odd that a fifi hook is mentioned on par with a daisy chain. Not being trained for aid climbing, I'm not sure why I'd want to use a fifi at all. The only use I know for a fifi (and a somewhat dangerous use) is to retrieve the rope if you're the last descend... (more)	—	about 9 years ago
Question	—	When to use a static rope? I usually do sport-climbing so I've never owned a static rope. However, most rope-related Q&As in TGO.SE don't bother specifying dynamic vs static ropes. I've been told that for rappelling (or even canyoneering) it's not only pretty common, but actually advised to avoid elongation when you're n... (more)	—	over 9 years ago
Question	—	How to safely mark a rope I was reading this question and the first thing that popped into my head is what do you use to mark the middle of the rope? I was taught not to use any kind of marker on the rope (because there's no sure way to know it wont be abrasive). Are there safe ways to mark a rope? Related: Safe Way to Ma... (more)	—	about 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: How tight should the line be kept for toproping? It's a bit of both. Security When toproping, an experienced belayer should have the necessary training to adjust slack/tension depending on the route itself. For example, to avoid any swings that would crash the climber into the rock. There are many examples on safety-related criteria for determin... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Should food be in a bear bag/canister even when I'm hiking? According to Yosemite Park's website, bears have lost fear towards humans and will try to get food from whatever is the easiest way. This usually means that it's easier to break a car's window of wreck a campsite than going hunting. They have a keen sense of smell and will follow not just food, but... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	What to teach someone who wants to start lead climbing? I have a friend who climbs with another group. She recently had her first couple of experiences as lead climber (sport climbing). I'm concerned that she doesn't have the required theory for lead climbing, and whenever possible I lecture her on knots, safety or whatever I can come up with. For examp... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Question	—	What can I do with a retired rope and harness? I've recently retired a rope (dynamic) and a harness. They're both in very good shape, but just over 8 years old. Common sense dictates I throw them away, but I wonder if there are other uses I can put them up to. For example, I was thinking maybe craft them into a home-made bandolier/gear sling. Wha... (more)	—	over 11 years ago