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Activity
Trad rock climbing
When
Ascending
Injury
Minor injury
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
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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