The knot that is most commonly used for tying into a harness is the Figure 8 Follow-through (or rewoven Figure 8). The Figure 8 Follow-through has a variety of advantages over other knots, as it is ...

The Mule Knot (a.k.a releasable knot) is ideal to lock off the rope on the belay plate. There are many occasions in climbing when, belaying from the harness using a device which does not self-arrest ...

Hip belays, munter-hitch belays, and using a Figure 8 device are prohibited. All knots, belay devices and harnesses will be inspected by the climber and belayer before any climbing commences.

Learn more about Registration, Refund & Transfer Information. All climbers who would like to climb or belay roped climbs must pass a belay test with Outdoor Pursuits staff. Belay tests must be retaken ...

The knot that is most commonly used for tying into a harness is the Figure 8 Follow-through (or rewoven Figure 8). The Figure 8 Follow-through has a variety of advantages over other knots, as it is ...