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    Arriving at an bolt anchor with a small stance? Clip a quick draw to the bolt, and then either clip or clove hitch yourself to the draw. This secures you while you build the rest of the anchor. Use the top carabiner of the quick draw as part of the anchor. See a step-by-step and photo sequence for both multi pitch and top rope. Premium Article available https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/start-your-anchor-with-a-quickdraw
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  • The “fish eye” anchor

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    A double loop bowline on a bight is a good starting point for various types of anchors. Here's one application, the “fisheye”. Make a three-piece anchor with a 120 cm sling? Yep! Learn all about it here. Premium Article available https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/the-fish-eye-anchor
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    Five more quick tips on best practices, with links to my detailed articles. This post covers: 1) rappel anchor backups, 2) route hardware bolting tips (stainless steel!), 3) using “rack pack” carabiners, 4) a crafty Klemheist hitch variation, and 5) how to rack an adjustable tether so it won’t trip you up. https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/climbing-tips-do-this-not-that-part-4
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    If you're planning to hit the road for an American rock climbing road trip this year, you better read the rules first The post Canadians Visiting U.S. for More Than 30 Days Must Register appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/canadians-visiting-u-s-for-more-than-30-days-must-register/
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    A lot of National Park staff lost their jobs last week as the president of the Association of National Parks Rangers speaks out The post Dire Message from U.S. National Park Rangers appeared first on Gripped Magazine. https://gripped.com/news/dire-message-from-u-s-national-park-rangers/
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