DIY Triple Function Lineman's Belt
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4 ай бұрынThe device that Saddle Hunters commonly refer to as a "Lineman's Belt" is better described as a "Positioning Lanyard". JRB demonstrates how to create an inexpensive and simple version using two lengths of cord of the same diameter. The design is "non mechanical" in that it does not use a mechanical friction device other than a friction hitch, yet still provides reliable one-handed operation. It also serves as: A "gear hanger / bow hanger" and as a "rope deflector" for our climbing rope or lifeline. Related Videos:
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@alexstarr1589 4 ай бұрын
Great stuff, looks awesome!
@jrbtc 4 ай бұрын
It's going to be handy on the leaning trees.
@Epaul1ster 4 ай бұрын
Great idea for multi function.
@enjoytheoutdoors1018 4 ай бұрын
That's a good multiuse of a linesman's belt or positioning lanyard. I've never really been a fan for using it for climbing sticks or transitioning from it to a tether (I just never really thought it was a safe method). I could see that if things went wrong, like losing a stick or loss of footing. Things would make a turn for the worse. Now a linesman's belt does have its place and it's a good tool if used what its intended for. As a hunter, I always like when we have a tool that can have multiple functions. Thanks John!!
@jrbtc 4 ай бұрын
And yet, I am seeing content providers saying exactly the opposite: that a LB will save ya. In my analysis, at best, it might lessen the injuries, and the details are dependent on what is below us to stop us and how we will absorb the impact.
@enjoytheoutdoors1018 4 ай бұрын
@jrbtc I agree, John. Many years ago, I tried the linesman's belt method. Knowing the fact that I really didn't trust it as a tool that would stop my fall. (I paid the price that day) It was a cold day on my hunt with icy rain. Finally, when it was time to come down, I knew I had to be careful because there could be ice on the steps. Even though I was careful, I lost my footing and fell about 3-4 feet. What stopped my fall was the fact that I reached out and grabbed one of the steps. I sustained some injuries in my shoulder and rib area, which lasted for a month. Lesson learned!!! I also learned that when you fall, it happens when you least expect it, and it's very fast.
@jrbtc 4 ай бұрын
@enjoytheoutdoors1018 I'm glad it wasn't worse, and I deeply appreciate your courage to share your experience. Someone is going to read this... many people will read this... in fact, this conversation will still be here when we're no longer here... and in that time, it will be shared, and it will change some minds and save some bones, perhaps some lives. The ones we help can't thank us for an accident that never happened. But we know it's the right thing to do. Cheers
@feldwebel7734 4 ай бұрын
Out-f'n-standing John, as usual!🙂 Thanks
@jrbtc 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@kennethrogers1129 4 ай бұрын
Great idea for stretched out bungee !
@Bubakarrr 4 ай бұрын
Great video John. It's also possible to use the carabiner as tender for the Blake's.
@jrbtc 4 ай бұрын
Yes, but we want an absolute minimum amount of setback and we also want it to be impossible to pop through when shortening it when slack. The link does a nice job.
@Bubakarrr 4 ай бұрын
@@jrbtc good point. The link does provide some nice advantages
@j-jlevy 4 ай бұрын
As usual, to notch brother. Pun intented, always.
@j-jlevy 4 ай бұрын
I meant to say top notch. But spell check.... man...
@mattvogel5712 2 ай бұрын
I’m a saddle hunter, I’m lucky I can tie my shoes. In an attempt to keep things simple after watching some of your other videos I concluded that I can use the Longhorn Agile hitch for both a linesman rope and a tree tether (which is also my rappel rope). Then I watched this video and I’m not sure I’m correct. I like the ease of one handed tending (I’m not using a Prusik anymore for that reason)and the fact the agile hitch is easy to break under load. If I master a Longhorn Agile Compact hitch, is that a good choice for a lineman rope, a tree tether, and a backup friction hitch for a figure eight rappel?
@mattvogel5712 2 ай бұрын
I just looked at the Blake’s hitch video. Definitely easier, I’m practicing. Still curious if you think there’s a “best” knot for the three jobs listed above?
@jrbtc 2 ай бұрын
Yes, the Longhorn Agile can be the one hitch for all jobs especially now that we have a way to configure the bottom in a compact or shackle mode. The point of this video was a design for a LB which is really thin and compact plus a Gear Hanger. I would nor use this design for lifeline even if larger diameter in lieu of the LA.
@michaellaura1231 29 күн бұрын
This gives you a finished lineman’s belt of how long? Max usable length?
@jrbtc 29 күн бұрын
It's just over 8' long, including the carabiners on each side, or approximately 7.5 ft without the carabiners included in the measurement. The webpage has been updated to capture the answer to your good question. Thx. jrbtreeclimbing.com/content/linemans-belt/
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