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03/09/2026

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Sometimes in the middle of a haul, we need a little extra mechanical advantage to get past a difficult section of that haul. Here’s one way to quickly convert a 3-to-1 system to a 5-to-1 system. Given the number of resets a long haul would require for this setup, it might be best used for only those three feet (about 1 meter) of hauling where we need that extra assistance.

A video can introduce concepts and even provide tutorials, but it cannot cover all of the variable situations and context of outdoor environments. Learn about something here, but then seek qualified instruction to master it.

We do YouTube Shorts like this, short films of our family adventures, and plenty of how-to and educational videos to help you and your family get outside!

This specific video can also be found on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/shorts/RlR__-7HhCQ

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Music is "211” by Of Water

31/08/2026

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There's a lot to think about when we are parents with climbing kids or are transitioning from being a climber who is looked after to one who is looking after others. One of the key activities we do in these roles is setting top rope anchors. So, here's one way I make sure the anchor will keep the climbers safe when climbing. The full video deals with the anchor setter's safety, as well.

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28/08/2026

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I use the bowline knot in lots of circumstances: making anchor points around fixed objects (like trees), making anchors for bolted or trad routes when I want to make sure I can untie the material easily, and even as a rappel extension. Here are two ways I tie the knot based on circumstances.

A video can introduce concepts and even provide tutorials, but it cannot cover all of the variable situations and context of outdoor environments. Learn about something here, but then seek qualified instruction to master it.

We do YouTube Shorts like this, short films of our family adventures, and plenty of how-to and educational videos to help you and your family get outside!

This specific video can also be found on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/shorts/dsrkWscev8sI

To see all of our video and blog content, including gear lists, trip itineraries, links to the equipment we carry with us, and our additional thoughts on all of it, you can visit: https://www.shortguysbetaworks.com

Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos: https://www.shortguysbetaworks.com/disclaimerandcopyright

Music is "Modules” by Of Water

24/08/2026

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There are times we want to tie off a belay to keep our climber temporarily safe as we go hands free. Here is one method, often seen in the UK, as a preview to a video with four different methods for tying off a tube-style plaquette device along with how those methods compare across certain scenarios.

A video can introduce concepts and even provide tutorials, but it cannot cover all of the variable situations and context of outdoor environments. Learn about something here, but then seek qualified instruction to master it.

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20/08/2026

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Going through both a mental and physical safety check before setting off on a rappel can help mitigate against the risks we face during one of the more accident-prone elements of climbing. Here's how I was taught to do it.

A video can introduce concepts and even provide tutorials, but it cannot cover all of the variable situations and context of outdoor environments. Learn about something here, but then seek qualified instruction to master it.

We do YouTube Shorts like this, short films of our family adventures, and plenty of how-to and educational videos to help you and your family get outside!

This specific video can also be found on YouTube at: https://youtube.com/shorts/6OGU5O6wVgI

To see all of our video and blog content, including gear lists, trip itineraries, links to the equipment we carry with us, and our additional thoughts on all of it, you can visit: https://www.shortguysbetaworks.com

Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos: https://www.shortguysbetaworks.com/disclaimerandcopyright

Music is "Silver Sun” by Nevin

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