How to Build and Rappel off of a V-Thread Anchor on a Multi-Pitch Ice Climb
AMGA Guide Patrick Ormond explains how to construct and transition to a v-thread anchor midway through descending a multipitch ice climb.
AMGA Guide Patrick Ormond explains how to construct and transition to a v-thread anchor midway through descending a multipitch ice climb.
AMGA guides show and comment on proper technique for ice climbing, like footing and body positioning. This is part two of our discussion on movement
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