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Any1 Tried The Anchor Bridge ???????


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Hmm, yeah, sounds like that'd be a problem, Steve.

 

I'll have to look into the issue some more. Might not be a good idea to use a Ropeman in this manner for everyday work. But could it really shred the rope in a short fall of a foot or so? I suppose the possibility of a longer fall exists..say, if the overhead tie in was unknowingly around a twig, and slipped a few feet down to the intended crotch.

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The Anchor Bridge set up that Gump was using is actually a modified version of the standard set up. The standard set includes two bridges that attach to either end of your split tail set up. (one on anchor side, one on hitch side) This system modifies any split tail set up into a self tending system. It will work with any climbing hitch (even a taut line as long as it is tied with a split tail) and connects to any brand of climbing harness. While it has proven to be very helpful to many climbers, the Anchor Bridge does have some disadvantages compared to other extendable climbing systems. For starters you must be safetied into the tree in order to switch from the working mode to the extended mode. The hitch climber set up and other extended systems allow for adjustment without the need for a safety. Also while the two standard sizes for men and women fit most climbers they do not fit all climbers. This is easily fixed as custom sizing is available. Some of the benefits of the Anchor Bridge over other set ups include:

 

Your spliced eye on your climbing line is protected from damage.

Set extended length, will not get too far away from you.

Ease of use. (you continue to use the same exact hitch set up you are currently using)

 

If anyone wants any information on this set up or want the splicing instructions I would be more than happy to set you up.

 

.pdf attached that hopefully explains the Anchor Bridge a bit better.

 

(file was too big.....I can email it to you if you want it)

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