TRS: Learn to Rappel

Leaders
David Johnson (Climbing Chair), Vadim Kuklov (Single-Pitch)
Program
Climbing
Type
Sport climbing, top rope
Trip date
Tuesday, October 9th, 2018
Difficulty rating
Intermediate
Prerequisites
None

We will be hosting a Technical Review Session (TRS) to learn how to rappel.

When and Where?

18:00 in the MITOC Office W20-461

Who can Join?

Any current MITOC member may sign up. If we are limited on space we will prioritize MRP participants first.

What is the cost?

Nothing!

What will we learn?

We will go over how to rappel safely. The technique taught is equally valid on rappel rings, off of trees, or slung rocks.

What should I bring?

If you have the following gear it would be very helpful, but is not strictly required.

  • Harness
  • Belay Device + Locker
  • Prusik Loop + Locker
  • Double-Length Nylon Sling + Locker
  • 1 extra biner

Signup

Algorithm
first-come, first-serve
Maximum participants
15
Signups opened at
Sept. 26, 2018, 1:09 p.m.
Signups closed at
Oct. 9, 2018, 5 p.m.
Notes
  1. Are you the MRP?
Signups for this trip are closed.