6 ways to rappel like a pro using the figure 8 - CANYONEEERS' TECH TUESDAY #2

The figure 8 has been around since the early days. It is simple, cheap, and extremely versatile.

When Petzl brought out the first Pirana which allowed to add friction during the descent, other companies started to develop their own descender, with a plethora of devices available today.

Despite the constant improving of canyoning descenders, the figure of 8 is still a fundamental device, and in my opinion everyone should master it before moving on to more ergonomic variants.

It can handle any situation, rope type and thickness, if you know how to anticipate and adapt.

Here I show you 6 variants that gradually add more friction and give more control to your descent.
And a secret bonus technique!

As a professional canyoning guide based in the French Alps, I aim to share technique, gear reviews and experiences through this new series: Canyoneers' tech Tuesday. If there's something canyoning related you'd want to appear in an episode, leave it in a comment!

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