Learn about the most commonly-used SCTs, where they shine, why a rigger might choose one over another, and what the trade-offs are for each.
"Which Single Column do I use and why?" is a common question. There are several great methods for creating rope cuffs or bands of rope. When starting out, it is best to master 2, maybe 3 techniques; ones that cover the most common jobs you need the Single Column to do, then branch out from there, if needed...
Full Article: Which do I use … and why!? Choosing a Single Column Tie
TL;DR:
Most riggers benefit from having three single columns in active memory:
One forward-tension workhorse for speed,
One reverse-tension for security and appearance, and
One inline cuff (to add a cuff at some point in the middle of an active rope)Different people and communities have their favorites, but these 2 are great work horses and are quite forgiving of minor errors; they are, therefore …
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Full Article: Which do I use … and why!? Choosing a Single Column Tie
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