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Stephen, I would love to say your setups look great but in truth they display all the problems and concerns I mentioned earlier. So I am sticking to my recommendation that such systems be used if the situation warrants, such as training, one way ascent only systems, or any other scenarios that...

I have set up and used a small Porty for the rescue component many times. It is good. It is also heavy enough to make resetting your suspension point a bit more difficult. One of my biggest concerns with the weight and configurations of rescue systems, is that when slack is introduced, they fall...

I agree with you Nick, I think it is to much also. When moving through backyards and/or hillsides with multiple trees to set lines in, it makes no sense. Having the ability for a ground based rescue is something we have spent years without. Adding the complexity of components can actually...

You bring up a very good point Burnham. It is great that with a base anchored SRT system there is a possibility of a ground actuated rescue. But like so many things in tree work, the design of the system needs to be appropriate to the circumstances. Training and up-only systems are good times...

No problem, Stig, glad to share. You are also quite correct about its limitations, too. It is not a belay system for use in a probable situation but is more appropriate than complex systems that slow you down on the off chance you might need it. Thanks, Ranger. It is simple and can be used on...

I will tie off with a bowline with a Yosemite finish. Just flick and tie on most trees but if it might slip it gets a full turn first. This is fast and safe as long you take the time to orient the knot in a strongly choking set. I have never needed ground based rescue but take the time to make...