(left)The English Reeve system, which is part of the Highline, allows the ability to raise and lower the rope technician at any point. Here, at DeSoto Falls, Cheryl is lowered to within 20 feet of the water. Note that she is only inches from the waterfall itself. (right) The twin carriage Highline spans DeSoto Falls.
Establishing anchors in space using 3-dimensional resources. Here three Space Orbs establish solid rigging points that are stabilized from all corners of the fantail. A 4 to 1 (red rope) pulls up on the 3 focals so the twin track lines (blue ropes) can be lifted high enough so the litter can clear the deck railing.
On the Air Craft Carrier Yorktown -- Circumnavigation of the ship's hull without touching the ship. Level II Rope Technician
High Falls, Alabama -- An 80-foot reeving high line included a descent into the boiling cauldron to rescue a trapped boater.
Space Orbs establish end station focals that allow for 3-dimensional rigging. the rigger cannot always predict where their anchors may be. Why limit yourself to using only anchors that exist in the same plane? Space Orbs allow for 2-dimensional gear to be used in 3-dimensional spaces. The possibilities are endless.
A Double High Line. The lower one is over 100' above the pounding waterfall below. Level I Rope Technician
A Double High Line. The top reeving high line passes a patient to another rescuer on the lower high line, allowing them to move though the canyon in another direction. Level I Rope Technician
One of TAG's classic pits. Two cavers enjoy two of the possible rig points as they move in and out with their newly taught vertical rope skills. Basic Vertical Rope Course.
Desoto Falls State Park, AL -- A little lower. Level II Rope Technician
130' reeving high line allows Ken Alwin to enjoy an awesome moment as he experiences the pounding spring run off only a few feet away. Level I Rope Technician
A deviated high line. A rare occurrence! The two 5 to 1's work in concert to allow the litter to pass and change its direction as it moves south down the canyon. Level II Rope Technician
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