Long ascent on the access rope with the handled ascender/rope clamp technique. Single rope access saves time and can be released from the ground if rescue is needed.
1.Install the climbing line over a suitable crotch.
2.Secure the climbing line to the base of the tree through releasable anchor to another tree.
3.Tie into the climbing line wiht the preferred ascending system and being your ascension.
In this procedure, the Frog System is being used.
Diagrams courtesy of Petzl
Petzl Sequoia SRT Harness
Petzl Ascension
Petzl Spelegyca
Petzl Croll
Petzl Delta
Petzl Secur
Petzl Foot Tape
Petzl Am'd Triact x 3
Petzl Vertex Vent Helmet
Petzl GriGri
Petzl OK Screwgate
Petzl Anneau (150cm)
Petzl I'd
Petzl Vector (61M)(optional)
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