I don’t know about backup devices, but I can tell you that the ATN climber keeps you very close to the mast (closer as you ascend). I’ve only used mine at the dock, however.
If you have a painted mast, you may want to tape or otherwise cover (I use a piece of foam) the ATN’s metal parts. From: David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 1:42 PM To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: David Knecht Subject: Stus-List Climbing the mast I picked up a used Mastclimber on Ebay this winter. I have not used it yet, but am thinking ahead so I am ready when I need it. When I went up the mast a few years ago with an expert’s equipment and help, I was pulled up on a halyard and the main winch. I had a strap around the mast to keep me from swinging out away from the mast in waves. The ATN device allows you to climb a fixed halyard so should have less tendency for swinging. I am wondering if I should still have a safety strap around the mast, but if so, it must be something that is easily attached and detached to get above spreaders. Do the expert climbers in the group think that safety is necessary, and if so, what device do I want? Line with carabiners on each end or something else? Thanks- Dave S/V Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray
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