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== Disadvantages of a Prusik hitch == | == Disadvantages of a Prusik hitch == | ||
For climbing a rope, Prusiks are slow and inefficient, as well as ineffective upon wet or frozen ropes. Mechanical devices (such as | For climbing a rope, Prusiks are slow and inefficient, as well as ineffective upon wet or frozen ropes. Mechanical devices (such as jumars) to grab the rope are available that are easier and faster to use, but heavier, more expensive and bulkier. | ||
== Related hitches and equipment == | == Related hitches and equipment == | ||
