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Incident
Climber accidentally untied from the rock completely whilst attempting a rethread. I saw from the ground, was able to dash up to the top and supervise her rethreading properly. She had a cow’s tail, but had untied it and was just holding the chains. I first made her tie back in, and then complete the rethread.
Lessons
Skill fade is real. We have been away from climbing for a long time. Make sure you know what you are doing before trying something as consequential as a rethread.
Activity
Sport rock climbing
When
Rethreading
Injury
No injury
Causes
Rethread error
Anonymous?
No
Reported By
Observer
Wearing Helmets?
Yes
Rescue Services Involved?
Na
Author
Edmund Hastings
16 April 2021 at 12:44:25
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