- Buy or make an friction hitch / autobloc cord.
- Attach the autobloc cord to the leg loop of your harness.
- Wrap the autobloc cord around the brake side of your rappel rope.
- Hold the autobloc back while you rappel.
- Release the autobloc hitch for a hands-free break in your rappel descent.
What is autoblock length?
Use Cord for Your Autoblock Use a thin cord (best if it's 5mm or 6mm in diameter). You'll need a 48-inch length of cord to make this loop. The finished length should be 18 inches long after the ends are tied together with a double fisherman's knot forming a closed loop.26 Oct 2017
How do I make an autoblock?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHMSF6Py8Yc
Where do you put autoblock?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5DZeEV77Z4
What is an autoblock in climbing?
An autoblock (or autobloc or "third hand") is a rope device used in climbing and caving for both rappelling (downward) and ascending (upward). It is made using a friction hitch around the rope, connected by a carabiner to the climber's harness, and may be combined with other climbing equipment for further safety.
How do you rappel?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U6tdEevJgs
How do you rig a rappelling device?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt7WsuPLTeY
How long should an autoblock be?
18 inches long
What length should a prusik be?
The prusik uses 5 mm or 6 mm accessory cord that is joined at the two ends with a double, or triple, fisherman knot. The most common length of cord is about 1.5 metres for a short prusik and 1.83 metres for a long.7 Feb 2017