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  1. DMc

    Rope recommendation for SRT with Hitch Hiker

    It would be interesting to see how things work with an SRWP system like the HH. When I was much younger and not buying my own ropes, I several times melted the chit out of ropes while using a tail-tied hitch on a double braid rope, to the point that the knot totally fused after stopping. Never...
  2. DMc

    Rope recommendation for SRT with Hitch Hiker

    Sean, when looking at rope elongation don't look at just the 10% mbs . Even though Vortex with its typical double braid construction is rated at 3% at abs, it has only 1.4% at 540 lbs., due to its higher abs (8,800 lbs), giving it a more static feel when loaded and worked with in a smooth...
  3. DMc

    Rope recommendation for SRT with Hitch Hiker

    Dave, fall factor calculations can be a pretty unreliable with the wide variety of ropes used in our work environment. What is the maximum impact force you are shooting for? David
  4. DMc

    Rope recommendation for SRT with Hitch Hiker

    For all around use, Vortex with 8mm Armor-Prus is just right, IMO. David
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