Appreciation post: A snapped cambium saver rope taught me a quick field fix

I was up in a big pin oak in Springfield, about 25 feet up, when my rope saver's sheath gave out with a loud pop. The core was still intact, so I had to get down safely. I tied a double fisherman's bend below the damaged section to isolate it, then used a carabiner to redirect my climbing line. It got me to the ground without having to call for a second rope. Anyone have a better knot or method for a situation like that?

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patricia3173d ago

Can't even imagine that pop, @kim_west is right about the sound. Solid fix to get you down.

kim_west3d ago

Hold up, you were 25 feet up when that thing popped? That sound alone would have made my heart stop. I'm just picturing that moment, hanging there with a busted sheath. The fact you kept your cool enough to tie a double fisherman's bend while dangling is wild to me. Good quick thinking getting down on your own line.

alicesingh3d ago

Honestly, that sound alone would've wrecked me.