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Overview
A floating anchor is a concept devised by JRB whereby a simple device (constructed of cord and a ring) can be installed on a tree trunk in the canopy allowing a climbing rope to be rigged and anchored around the trunk.
- Although the materials used to create the floating anchor do sustain some some load, because the rope is rigged around the trunk, a compromise of the anchor will not jeopardize the climber.
- Therefore, we can rig and climb on a floating anchor that was set the prior season.
- A False Crotch is a similar device but because it does bear the weight of the climber, it is a life sustaining component. Because it is left on the tree, and is subject to deterioration from the elements, it is NOT recommended.
Rigging a Floating Anchor
This video shows a more detailed rigging of the floating anchor.
SRT Usage Demonstration
A rigging and climbing demonstration:
Rings for a Floating Anchor
Instead of Rappel Rings, try these inexpensive 3″ metal rings, available in different quantities:
Removal Considerations
To uninstall a Floating Anchor: Rig a rope on it, climb, install platform, stand on it, cut out the floating anchor, leaving the ring in place, then rappel and retrieve the rope and the ring will come down too.
To uninstall a False Crotch: Climb on it, set a separate anchor at approximately the same height (JRB Hitch or Maverick) with one end of the rope, transfer over to the new anchor, then remove the False Crotch Manually.