Stamps: July '97 Abseiling - Rappelling |
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In Israel, abseiling has developed as an additional way to descend river-gorges on hiking trips, helping hikers to pass, for instance, dry waterfall obstacles that would otherwise be insurmountable. The abseiler should be well-versed in all abseiling techniques including:
Abseiling equipment must meet strict international safety standards. Basic equipment includes a rope manufactured from composite nylon materials and plaited in a manner that ensures strength and durability. The carabiners and friction descenders are made of particularly strong lightweight aluminium materials. Abseiling has opened new horizons to the hiker, offering opportunities for hikes in heretofore inaccessible locations.
Alon Eisenberg Chairman, the Israel Alpine Club
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