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How to Make a V-Thread

April 20, 2023 11:57 am307 comments
How to Make a V-Thread

When 19th century Russian climber Vitaly Abalakov invented the V-Thread, also known as the Ablalakov, it radicaly changed the comtemporary beliefs surrounding ice strength and its integrity as a soild material. By simply drilling two opposing holes with an ice screw, and creating an equalized triangle by threading rope, cord […]

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