jt512
Apr 25, 2010, 5:35 PM
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ClimbClimb wrote: jt512 wrote: It's obvious what went wrong: the belayer didn't lock off. Jay, yes, of course, I get that. I'm just wondering -- in tune with other threads on the topic -- whether there are some "belayer warning signs" or the like. The German accident was a leader fall, with much slack out, so that's actually easier to understand than a lowering accident like gblauer describes.
It's unclear from gail's description whether she fell or had clipped into the anchors to be lowered. If the latter, then there is something to be learned: you shouldn't rely on a verbal "got" from your belayer. Rather, before lowering, you should grab the belayer's side of the rope with both hands. Then, after getting the verbal "got," gradually settle onto the rope, not letting go until you're certain that your belayer actually does have you.
Jay
(This post was edited by jt512 on Apr 25, 2010, 5:36 PM)
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