When a rappeler is stuck or injured they may have to be lowered. Rigging releasable provides quick and easy rescue options to the team. Also, the world's first canyoneering rap song! (Lyrics below.)---------------------------------------------The canyon’s callin’; Rodcle’s haulin’; Don’t forget the rope; Or you'll be free-fallin’Bike helmet’s packed; the Hoka’s strapped; Cuz da’ noob is greener than a Benjamin stack.Vocal Ninjas, flossin’ topo; Grindin’ peaks, like a hippo; Shoulda rode a horseback; Thai-ger, give my biner backPackin’ the ATC; Friction free; Falling faster than Death Valley scree.The anchor’s bomber; Don't call for mama; Smoother on the line than Barack ObamaVocal Ninjas, with the swagbags; Moonwalkin, on a rock crag; Squeezin, in a slot crack; Thai-ger, give my biner back!Da’ Feet are ready; Brake hand is steady; I'm about to rap; Get the confetti ready.The VT’s wrapped; Crowd’s ready to clap; Gotta get moving; Cuz I need my nap.Vocal Ninjas, with the jet lag; Dropping bombs, like a rope bag; I'm a pro rapper, give me some slack; Thai-ger, give my biner back!Yeah, no time for delay; Callin’ for a belay; Movin’ slow on the line; Like seniors at a buffetTime to call SAR; It’s (0.4) point four to the car; But my water’s warm; And da’ phone’s got one barVocal Ninjas, biner airtags; Making fun of, climber dirtbags; Quick, on the comeback; Thai-ger give my biner back!Yeah; Give my biner back. Uh, Yeah; My iPhone says it's at your house dogg.Dang; Calling SAR again.Just want my biner back...
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26:05
All the Canyon's a Stage
Canyoneering is a team sport where everyone performs one or more roles in the canyon to help the team succeed. Discussed in this episode are the defined roles like Team Leader and the lesser roles and tasks that anyone and everyone on the team should perform along the way to better ensure a safe and enjoyable canyon experience.
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31:24
The Force is Strong with this One
Understanding force in canyoneering is key to creating safe systems that minimize forces on the anchors, your equipment, and ultimately...your body in the event of a fall.
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28:22
Self Rescue, Passing the Knot, and Ascending
We discuss three advanced techniques when on rope. Self Rescue; Passing the Knot; and Ascending. Each has their own techniques and safety considerations.
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21:34
Improvisation Embarkation
Things don't always go as planned. You forget gear. You drop gear. No problem...hear about other options for descending or ascending a rope when you have limited gear. Also learn how to get your rope back when you're out of pull cord and how to backup rappels safely.
Two experienced Southern Utah canyoneers discuss the equipment and techniques needed to safely enjoy a rapidly growing backcountry sport. Canyoneering combines hiking, route-finding, and technical rope work to allow canyoneers to navigate stunning canyons inaccessible to most people.
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