Third Hand Friction Hitch - Staying Alive While Climbing with Beth Rodden

Climbers are dying in Yosemite National Park at a rate of two per year on average -- from preventable mistakes. Learn some “pro tips” from professional climbers Emily Harrington, Beth Rodden, and Tommy Caldwell and improve your chances of staying alive while climbing. Brought to you by the Yosemite Conservancy in partnership with Yosemite National Park and Louder Than 11.
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However, a backup friction hitch will not prevent you from rapping off the ends of your rope; which I believe was the overarching reason for this video. Try tying knots in the ends of your ropes. That will help.