How to switch from ascend mode to descend mode mid rappel when using MicroTraxion

[hank moon]

I'll start the list :)

Advantage

1. Less shock-load to the system
2. Less messy - Protection is there from the get go...no need to deal with yet another variable such as creating the "chicken loops"
3. If you start with it and find the need for an extra sling during your climb up, you now have one, since you can undo it and transition to the chicken loop method

Disadvantage

1. Using extra gear

It's not hard to imagine that the MT could accidentally lock open in use during a stand phase, which if un-noticed, might produce an unwelcome surprise in the sit phase...

A minimum of two connections to the rope is the general rule when using ascending devices, making the Tibloc tether essential gear.

[deagol]

the tether I use (Purcel prussic) is easily adjustable in length, even when under load