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Posted by Bill S on October 27, 2006 at 12:13:55 pm EDT
In reply to Rappel risks posted by Bill S on October 26, 2006 at 11:58:52 am EDT

Some more information about the Yosemite accident - while it was on rappel, apparently the belay loop on his harness failed. From comments made by his partner and some others, he tended to use gear beyond its recommended lifetime, and was aware that the loop was heavily worn. Apparently, he had some new harnesses on order, but had not yet received them.

Sounds like a case where a leader fall (common when pushing hard routes, but normally just a minor inconvenience when gear is in good shape and protection properly placed) could also have had the same fatal results.

Still, the investigation is not complete, so there could be other factors.

Basic rule - check your gear, especially when tired at the end of a climb, and definitely don't let your guard down on that rappel at the end.

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• Re: Rappel risks - SteveTheFolkie 14:05:00 01/10/2007

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