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The Simple & Sexy Munter Hitch

The Simple & Sexy Munter Hitch

| June 18, 2008 | 3 Comments

The Munter hitch is perfectly suited for ski mountaineering as it is simple, only requires a locking carabiner, can be fed quickly (for belayed skiing) and is reversible for belaying or rappelling.  Also, unlike many belay devices, it works well with smaller diameter ropes.  The downside of it is that it requires constant brake-hand pressure, […]

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