Documenting the evolving tools of our vertical world
This reproduction of the February 1974 article by James Kolocotronis is offered for historic reference only. Vertical Archaeology does not offer instruction or suggestions regarding use of any equipment new or vintage.
Another unique addition to the Vertical Archaeology archives! I was contacted through Mountain Project regarding a large cache of equipment owned by John Peters who was a prolific climber in the late 1960s through 1970s...
Rappelling with this set up and a laid rope is a very bumpy experience. I was surprised to feel a constant vibration through the system when I tested out this cool rack. The chain...
A very nice early 1960s rappel set up. This design is simple, elegant, and easy to use. The brake bar works with most of the thin stock oval carabiners of the time like the...
Forrest Mountaineering released the “Triton” in 1985. It’s a combination belay device/ chock/ rappel device derived from Forrests “Titon” line of climbing protection. Bill Forrest seems to have taken the Titon idea and strengthened...
