Cool to see what has stayed the same and what has changed in the last decade! Great tutorial. We used interlocked bowlines for added redundancy, which takes more time to rig. I haven't seen the prussiks attached to the Aztek before, but im interested in seeing how that could help in reaching the blue end of the Aztek at the feet.
Thanks for the video. A couple questions: 1) could you also eliminate the carabiner on the AZTEK attached to the foot of the litter? And alternatively, could you use carabiners in place of the tri-links? I know there's some tri-loading, but each end would only have half the weight of one person, and most rescue carabiners test out at 10-16K.
The carabiner on the Aztek at the foot of the litter allows you to convert to a vertical or low angle rig quickly when terrain changes. The use of tri-links removes any tri-loading questions. They stay rigged on the litter. Carabiners can be used in a pinch.
why do you suggest a outside bowline as opposed to an inside bowline when using the ends? wouldn't the tails be just as useful on the inside yet minimize the risk of the bowline slipping.
Justin, Sorry, I just saw your comment. The bowline should be just as strong tied with the tail inside or outside the loop (the small loop cinches on the tail). In this use, the tails are a bit more accessible on the outside but as you said, they would be just as useful on the inside. Slipping is more a function of the rope material. Bowline tails must always be safety-ed or tied to something.
Using a rigging plate adds equipment and length to the stretcher connection which is just what you don't want. Tying directly to the Azteks and Purcells eliminates the carabiner and rigging plate length.
Miguel, we use Sterling Rope 7 mm purcell prusiks in long, 68" for the head end and short, 34" for the foot end. Go to Sterlingrope.**com. The Aztek set of fours on the foot end allows you to approach the victim with the stretcher almost vertical making it easier to load. You can also detach the foot end to convert to a vertical rig for different terrain. Designed by Reed Thorne.
Cool to see what has stayed the same and what has changed in the last decade! Great tutorial. We used interlocked bowlines for added redundancy, which takes more time to rig. I haven't seen the prussiks attached to the Aztek before, but im interested in seeing how that could help in reaching the blue end of the Aztek at the feet.
Great video!!! Been looking a little while for this type of Demo. Thanks again !!!!
Thanks for the video. A couple questions: 1) could you also eliminate the carabiner on the AZTEK attached to the foot of the litter? And alternatively, could you use carabiners in place of the tri-links? I know there's some tri-loading, but each end would only have half the weight of one person, and most rescue carabiners test out at 10-16K.
The carabiner on the Aztek at the foot of the litter allows you to convert to a vertical or low angle rig quickly when terrain changes.
The use of tri-links removes any tri-loading questions. They stay rigged on the litter. Carabiners can be used in a pinch.
why do you suggest a outside bowline as opposed to an inside bowline when using the ends? wouldn't the tails be just as useful on the inside yet minimize the risk of the bowline slipping.
Justin,
Sorry, I just saw your comment. The bowline should be just as strong tied with the tail inside or outside the loop (the small loop cinches on the tail). In this use, the tails are a bit more accessible on the outside but as you said, they would be just as useful on the inside.
Slipping is more a function of the rope material. Bowline tails must always be safety-ed or tied to something.
What is your opinion on using a large rigging plate to bring the purcrells and azteks together?
Using a rigging plate adds equipment and length to the stretcher connection which is just what you don't want. Tying directly to the Azteks and Purcells eliminates the carabiner and rigging plate length.
Rigging plates add more vertical length to the assembly which is the opposite of what you want but will certainly work.
What size delta quick links are those? Also, what metal stainless or plated?
You can use an 8, 9 or 10mm link. Use a rated Maillon Rapid link, NOT one from a hardware store. Either plated or stainless is fine.
What brand, size, and length are the purcell cords ? Thanks
Miguel, we use Sterling Rope 7 mm purcell prusiks in long, 68" for the head end and short, 34" for the foot end. Go to Sterlingrope.**com. The Aztek set of fours on the foot end allows you to approach the victim with the stretcher almost vertical making it easier to load. You can also detach the foot end to convert to a vertical rig for different terrain. Designed by Reed Thorne.
Brad Lyon Thank you much for the info! I just got the chance now to go on their website and place the order. Thanks again!