Teufelberger ocean friction cord

[Paul Tomo]

2 hours ago, Mark Bolam said:

Are we still talking about hitch cord?

Yes, still talking about hitch cord.

[Paul Tomo]

If I buy a few metres of ocean cord in 8mm I can make some Prussic loops up for the Blake’s hitch as well, I’m going on two courses in November so I’ll need them as well. 

[Dan Maynard]

Are we still talking about hitch cord?

Slightly nervous but I googled liquid whipping....

"Dip it-whip it"

Honestly.

[Mr. Squirrel]

Dip it whip it is good, but the can dries out really fast I found. Not sure about others? I used it on some soft eye splices for hitch cord and when I came to make a new one it was like a tin of rubber. 

[Rich Rule]

20 hours ago, Paul Tomo said:

If I buy a few metres of ocean cord in 8mm I can make some Prussic loops up for the Blake’s hitch as well, I’m going on two courses in November so I’ll need them as well. 

Prussic loops can't be used for Blakes Hitch mate.  You will need a split tail for that.  

 

I am not sure as I haven't used one for about 16 years but there is a recommended cordage diameter in relation to the climbing line.  I used to use 13mm split tail but that was on 13 mm rope.

[Steve Bullman]

29 minutes ago, Rich Rule said:

Prussic loops can't be used for Blakes Hitch mate.  You will need a split tail for that.  

 

I am not sure as I haven't used one for about 16 years but there is a recommended cordage diameter in relation to the climbing line.  I used to use 13mm split tail but that was on 13 mm rope.

Yep Blake’s hitch is usually the same diameter as the climbing line 

[Paul Tomo]

8 hours ago, Rich Rule said:

Prussic loops can't be used for Blakes Hitch mate.  You will need a split tail for that.  

 

I am not sure as I haven't used one for about 16 years but there is a recommended cordage diameter in relation to the climbing line.  I used to use 13mm split tail but that was on 13 mm rope.

Your right Rich, although I’ve used the end of the rope to use the Blake’s hitch, using the clove hitch to tie off then add the Blake’s hitch. 

[Paul Tomo]

I’ve just ordered 3m of 8mm Teufelberger Ocean friction cord which should arrive on Monday. I’ll have a go at making some hitch cord when I get the heavy duty heat shrink and a sharp knife. A stanly knifes blade should do if I’m right.

[Mark Bolam]

What rope are you on Paul?

You may find 8mm cord will bind too much on thicker ropes.

[Paul Tomo]

I’m using hedera and I’m using the hitch climber as well, I’m going on the tree access and rescue plus the harness and chainsaw course in November so I’d thought I’d get a new rope for the course. I’m not sure if they use hitch climber gear?