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Date of Incident

01/05/2023

Country

England

Incident

Slumped in the rope at the crux. Black totem popped followed by a yellow totem which completely blew - wires snapped. Was then only on other rope so pendulums into wall at start of route. Some cuts and contusions plus winded.

Lessons

Gear failed. Glad for 2 ropes

Activity

Trad rock climbing

When

Ascending

Injury

Minor injury

Causes

Equipment failure

Anonymous?

Yes

Reported By

Participant

Wearing Helmets?

Yes

Rescue Services Involved?

Author

1 May 2023 at 15:07:22

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