May 5, 2006 · Well I've tried the GriGri a couple of time as a rappell device and I have to say that I am underwhelmed. It locks in nice and tight, ...
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Why not rappel on GRIGRI?
With a GRIGRI, it is not possible to rappel on the two strands coming out of the anchor. So one must rappel on a single strand, blocked at the rappel ring by a knot attached to a locking carabiner. Rappel only on the strand opposite the knot block; the other strand is used only for retrieving the rope.
How to back up a GRIGRI rappel?
But if you need to stop, simply tie a bight knot in the rope below your GriGri as a fail safe / back up. If you have any question as to whether or not your rope is long enough to get to the next anchor, one option would be to rig a Munter Mule Overhand (MMO) on the anchor.
Can you abseil with a GRIGRI?
Here's how to abseil on two ropes with a GriGri: You can also use bigger knots such as the figure-9 or figure-8 double loop. Either way, make sure the knot is big enough so that it can't be pulled through the chain or carabiner at your main anchor point.
Sep 5, 2021 · I think anyone considering rappelling with a Grigri should watch this. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJ9qZSeGXh0 ... belay device. It has some ...
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May 22, 2012 · Do you use a GriGri or ATC for Rappel? and why? I've heard people saying grigri are not good for rap but I see a lot of people still use it.
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The GRIGRI enables rappelling on a single strand, on a retrievable system with one strand blocked or on a fixed rope. Warnings.
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Dec 12, 2023 · The always terrific Petzl website has a specific caution against a pre-rigged rappel with a Grigri on top. Apparently, when the rope is ...
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Accidents due to incorrect use of grigri or other belay device?
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There seems to be some 'anecdotal evidence out there' that climbers have been injured by a belayer failing to use a grigri correctly.
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Aug 15, 2018 · Curious about your thoughts on the Grigri, whats your experience with it, rock climbing, belaying, hunting? I used it all season, rain, snow, ...
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Jul 10, 2020 · One disadvantage I can think if is the moving rope possibly dislodging rocks that fall on you as you rappel. Upvote
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