Innovations

Climbing Innovations published by JRB, in chronological order.

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1. JRB DSRT, a Doubled Stationary Rope Technique, with advantages for Saddle Hunters over both MRS/DdRT and SRT, in a unique and innovative system. Introduced Sept 2020. (YouTube Playlist)

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2. JRB Garda Hitch Footloop, a reliable footloop which can be used in both single and doubled rope applications. Addresses reliability issues in traditional Garda designs with a cinching Bull Hitch variant. Also incorporates a 2nd point of attachment (AKA Best Friend), creating a redundant connection to the Climbing Saddle. Introduced Oct 2020

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3. JRB Hitch, a strong, secure exploding hitch, tied in the bight, self jamming under load, easy release. (New knot submission to IGKT, Jan 2021). (Playlist)

4. Saddle Hunter’s Hitch, a strong, secure, either-end loadable hitch, tied in the bight, and secured with a carabiner, several variants, including remote release option. (New knot submission to IGKT, Jul 2021)

5. JRB Hitch Climbing Method, a ‘no throwball’ rope climbing method utilizing the other hitches introduced by JRB. (Jul 2021) (Playlist)

6. Double Michoacán, a friction hitch assembly and prusik alternative, consisting of two Michoacán friction hitches in a balanced assembly, with unparalleled ease of handling. (Aug 2021)

7. JRB Ascender Hitch, a novel friction hitch, with an optional carabiner, which acts as a handle. Can be rigged in ‘bridge mode’ and loaded on 2 loops, or soft bridge mode for one-hand tending operations. Also can be tied in a compact variant, offering auto tending. (New knot submission to IGKT, Oct 2021) (Playlist)

8. Buffalo Hitch, a variation on the Bull Hitch with additional security and potential as a Poachers or Scaffold knot alternative (testing pending). (New knot submission to IGKT, Dec 2021) (Video)

9. JRB Cinch, a cinching, easily moveable and remotely retrievable anchor, built using a Buffalo Hitch, a rappel ring, a carabiner and a cord to connect the carabiner to the assembly. (April 2022) (Video 1) (Video 2)

10. JRB Ascender Footloop, a footloop for a single rope, moveable with one hand operation, created using the JRB Ascender Hitch in soft Bridge mode. Options for one or both feet. Can also be tied with the Compact JRB Ascender Hitch, requiring an additional carabiner and webbing loop for the foot. (Video)

11. Longhorn Hitch and Soft Shackle, representing two innovations published as one. (Nov 2022) (Video)

12. Agile Friction Hitch, a novel friction hitch, tied with a loop of cord, and incorporating the optional use of carabiners as handles. (March 2023) (Video)

13. Maverick Hitch, a running, retrievable canopy anchor, with optional remote release, and locking feature to prevent release when locked.

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14. Longhorn Agile Friction Hitch, an auto-tending friction hitch which can be used in applications such as a lifeline/tether, lineman’s belt, lanyard or SRT. (Video)