In a message dated 99-07-15 19:27:42 EDT, k4isv@westky.com writes:
> I climbed up about 3
> ft and rehooked exerting more and more pressure and then gave a sudden jolt
> as hard as I could---- next thing I new I was on my back on the ground!
> The leather strap, although looking great, had snapped in half. Even a 3ft
> slip shook up these old bones---- sure glad it wasnt at 190.
Glad you're still with us, Bud.
Now you know why leather belts have been illegal for years.
Cheers & climb safe, Steve K7LXC
Champion Radio Products
Purveyors of OSHA approved safety equipment
http://www.championradio.com
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