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Activity
Sport rock climbing
When
Descending
Injury
No injury
Incident
Once of the two anchor maillons very rusty, hence very suspect. Cleaned anchor and descended on the single maillon conscious of potential single point of failure.
Descent safely accomplished.
Lessons
Regular checking of belay anchors at sports climbing venues and replacement of suspect equipment. Carry a spare (sacrificial) maillon to replace poor / rusted rings or maillons.
Causes
Equipment failure
Anonymous?
Yes
Reported By
Participant
Wearing Helmets?
Yes
Rescue Services Involved?
None
Author
15 July 2025 at 19:22:03
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