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Improvised Descent Option: We drop belay devices, should you happen to not have a device to rappel with, here is one (of many) ways to still get the job done using a take on the carabiner brake. ☑️ As with all skills, context AND application MATTER when using this method! Nuanced decisions like….do you use an extension, carabiner choice, orientation, third hand backup, single strand or double, etc. should all be considered. And of course, as with any technical system, you must understand these skills THEN start building them into the toolkit by practicing in a low/no consequence setting and with someone able to help inform your decisions. ••The Setup•• 1. One locking carabiner clips to the belay loop or rappel extension. 2.Add a second locking carabiner, clipped to the first. 3. Grab the rappel strand/s and pass a bight through the second carabiner. 4. Clip the third locking carabiner to the bight AND to the strands above the second locking carabiner. 5. Adjust rope/carabiners to their best position. Make sure carabiners are locked. Have you used this in a pinch?? What was your experience? #climbing #techtip #alwayslearning #knowmore #practice #guiding #smile #rockclimbing #passion #skill #findout #colorado #mountains #useyourbrain #getoutside #reelitfeelit #petzl #gear