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03-14-2015, 05:50 PM #1
What pull cord do you use?
I was wondering what folks are often use for pull cord? I read somewhere (smooth operator (version of the Fiddle Stick) instructions) that 1/8" Dyneema cord can be used, but seems awfully thin (mental block? ? abrasion resistant?) to use. I'm using 6-7mm accessory cord.
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03-14-2015 05:50 PM # ADS
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03-14-2015, 07:14 PM #2
I use Imlay 6MM, works fine for me.. others use Dyneema and love it
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03-15-2015, 09:12 AM #3
FWIW- The requirements for a fiddle stick pull chord are different from a standard pull chord.
Personally I carry a pull chord that I can rappel on in a emergency.
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03-15-2015, 03:08 PM #4
I use a static 6mm Imlay rope, personally.
Like Shane said, as an emergency or anything else that comes up - I have another rope to rappel on. 6mm is probably the thinnest I would ever go on personally and would probably be lowered vs. rappel on it but I would if needs be.
Others will bring in a 2nd or 3rd 8mm or 9mm and use that as their pull-cord, secondary rope, and emergency rope.
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