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Basic advise needed 27-Jul-2004 At 4:55:40 PM Dino8943

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I think its great that everyone naturally underestimates my ability to use "common sense". I do apreaciate everyones concern.

However, there is a reason why Im doing this SLOWLY. I understand very well that my lack of experience and strong motivation is a dangerous combination. After my first experience doing this stuff last week, I can tell you that I apreaciate the danger involved even more now. I know that one mistake is all it takes.. and its easy to get distracted.. so Im gradualy learning to use the gear correctly at my own pace, I think thats the key here. Slowly and safely.

Phil - The knot I used was a small noose with about 4 - 5 wraps.. a very strong knot, probably not the best choice however, next time I think ill simply past the rope through a figure eight (knot) and loop it that way. What do you think?

Quote: "Please I really must insist that you do not put into practice anything that you may have seen on this site."
- But why then is this information made availible?
Is this basic information meant to be only for experienced climbers?.. who probably know it already?
I have read the disclimer, I understand that the information I use is AT MY OWN RISK.

All this worry over liability is not helpful at all, for me or for you. I wish there was some kind of waver I could sign to put you all at ease.

I will definitly check out the John Long books you mentioned.

Thanks!