I took a semester long hands on class several years ago and learned the basics. I have climbed a few times since on a recreation basis. I have a couple trees that I need to do some trimming and one takedown. And I would like to get more into climbing as well. Unfortunately since college I started office work and I have put on a few pounds and lost some muscle. I am pretty large. 6'2" and close to 300 lbs with boots on. My biggest problems are strength (just pulling my weight up the rope) and confidence. I know both of these will improve with time but I am looking for some tips. I dont really have much money to spend. Maybe just a few dollars.
Currently I have a Weaver saddle, a Samson rope (maybe an arborplex), an eye to eye tenex, a long double ended lanyard, helmet, and a few carabineers. I am using the distill right now. Is there any others that are good for big guys. I use alot of the "old man trick". If that isn't the name used around here that is lanyard around the tree and stepping up like you have spikes even though you don't.
Also how long does an eye to eye piece of tenex last. I have maybe 10 climbs on mine and it is starting to show wear.
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Currently I have a Weaver saddle, a Samson rope (maybe an arborplex), an eye to eye tenex, a long double ended lanyard, helmet, and a few carabineers. I am using the distill right now. Is there any others that are good for big guys. I use alot of the "old man trick". If that isn't the name used around here that is lanyard around the tree and stepping up like you have spikes even though you don't.
Also how long does an eye to eye piece of tenex last. I have maybe 10 climbs on mine and it is starting to show wear.
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