Anyone done a weight test? Can it be used for rappelling?
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No, it cannot be used for rappelling. Unless, you want to hurt or maim someone. There is a difference between working load and tensile strength. A rule that's good to remember is the safe working load is about a 1/10 of the tensile strength of a line. Another rule to remember is that generally tying a knot in a line will effectively cut about half of the strength of a line, i.e. 250 lbs line +knot=125 lbs.Also tensile strength means the line is taught (no-slack/tight) in testing if you bounce up and down on a line or adjust weight strain on the line constantly, like in rappelling, you can cause the line to snap causing injury and death. Rappelling is serious. No, it cannot be used for rappelling. Unless, you want to hurt or maim someone. There is a difference between working load and tensile strength. A rule that's good to remember is the safe working load is about a 1/10 of the tensile strength of a line. Another rule to remember is that generally tying a knot in a line will effectively cut about half of the strength of a line, i.e. 250 lbs line +knot=125 lbs.Also tensile strength means the line is taught (no-slack/tight) in testing if you bounce up and down on a line or adjust weight strain on the line constantly, like in... » Read More No, it cannot be used for rappelling. Unless, you want to hurt or maim someone. There is a difference between working load and tensile strength. A rule that's good to remember is the safe working load is about a 1/10 of the tensile strength of a line. Another rule to remember is that generally tying a knot in a line will effectively cut about half of the strength of a line, i.e. 250 lbs line +knot=125 lbs.Also tensile strength means the line is taught (no-slack/tight) in testing if you bounce up and down on a line or adjust weight strain on the line constantly, like in rappelling, you can cause the line to snap causing injury and death. Rappelling is serious. « Show Less
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DO NOT attempt to use this rope for rappelling! It is just a basic utility or camp rope. The design, construction and strength characteristics fall far short of true rappelling rope. Consult a qualified rappelling instructor who can guide you in obtaining a proper rappelling rope, accessories and training. Rappelling is a hazardous sport and improper equipment and training can be fatal!
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Not really. You have to use a VERY LIGHT container or it kind of messes with the accuracy. The scale actually comes with a clear plastic cover that works very well as a weigh container...
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No, I haven't. Just bought it to weight my GSD and it works very well. He weighs just under 100lbs. If you are careful, I don't see why not to weigh luggage now and then.. As per the manual, maximum weight is 225lbs and minimum is 1.2lbs.Good luck
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This cord is strong but not of the strength required to hold the body weight of a fully grown person. It's thinner than a climbing rope and I would not trust it for that purpose. If you are not sure, don't buy it. Get more experience and KNOW what you need .
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The term is "rappelling" and no, this rope is not made for technical climbing. You should use only ropes bought at outdoor stores made specifically for climbing or caving for rappelling or doing any rope work involving body weight and your life.
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While not intended for climbing use, I and others have successfully used it to rappel to show that it could be used in emergency situations. However, there are several issues with it; just because it is rated at 550 lb. break strength doesn't mean it always holds that amount; Google "rope strength" and check out "working load," which is much less than breaking strength (most climbers ropes are rated at several thousand pounds breaking strength/tensile strength), also that knots weaken the tensile strength of rope (some knots worse than others, and can reduce the strength by as much as 50%), and people don't count in the "shock" factor which happens when you slip a little or put "sudden" weight on a cord, which greatly increases the weight over the normal weight and can snap it, or consider what might happen if you have the cord wrapped around a sharp or abrasive object, further increasing the risk of failure. In other words, I would advise doing lots of research and being in a situation where ALL you have is 550 cord and you MUST escape by rappelling before you should ever even attempt it. There are a few YouTube vids of people rappelling on a single strand of 550 cord, but it's a huge risk and is NOT recommended. Having tested it myself and knowing how careful I am, I personally am comfortable with the notion of using it in an emergency, but I will try to double/triple (or more) the cord if possible before rappelling. (On a recently aired survival show, two guys used a single strand of paracord to rappel down a sheet of ice, and they were big; I am 6'5/230lbs.). If I had to guess, an inexperienced person rappelling from over 50 ft. over a hard surface on a single strand would have about a 60% chance of survival; decide if that sounds good enough to you.
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Yes it measures your weight and balance. I don't think it won't work without it.
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I purchased this scale as a teaching tool. Since receiving your question I have been using calibrated weights to check accuracy and it has been spot on. I have also rigged an apparatus that allows us to weigh odd shaped items such as a flake of hay and I have found this scale to very handy in the barn. I do not know how to calibrate it and it is clearly marked "not legal for trade" I hope this is useful.
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Hmmm . . . . this question wouldn't just happen to be from somebody in DENVER, would it? Seriously, I haven't weighed anything that light, so I can't comment on the scale's accuracy for that purpose.
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Absolutely not. It is a kernmantle rope but not heavy enough nor designed for such. Check out Blue Water, Singing Rock, Edelrid and such for climbing, belaying and rappelling work.
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I don't know but if you are hoping to pad a test using this I wouldn't recommend it. I'm 5'10" 165 with a thin build and low body fat. I exercised with garbage bags to remove excess water weeks in advance as well as abstained. I follow directions to a t and did not pass the test. I'd recommend spending the money for this product on a clean friends sample and substituting as it is very simple and most tests don't require supervision ;)
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I have found it very accurate. I use it to weigh all my gear for backpacking and for that it's down to the ounce. I have tested others but this one is the one I'd recommend.
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I weighed 168 when I started and I didn't have any problems with it wobbling. However... It is very compact and I'm sure will feel more wobbly than a large gym quality machine. My husband is over 200 pound and he has tested it...but not really used it. He says it is worthless for him because it is not difficult and you cant get a wide range of motion. For me it works and I've lost 30 pounds watching calories and using this for 20 minutes to an hour several times a week. It feels like running in place but easier on my joints. The handle bar helps you get your balance...but is not really sturdy. The base does not wobble though.
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I tried weighing my bag with about 20 lbs of stuff last night, and it wouldn't register on the scale. So, I have a feeling there's a minimum that it will read. I'm not sure it'll be the best choice for weighing your luggage.
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Good question but I do not know. Did not put it thru that test. I am sure that the weight of the person is a factor.
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Yes I do. I used this for my son's spinning board (AKA astronaut board). He weighs 38 lbs and as long as he's centered on it correctly it spins perfect. The board is long to accommodate his length as he has to lay down for this activity and that is why it gets off balance sometimes. If your top is the same size as the base you shouldn't experience this problem. Good Luck.
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I weigh 185 and it didn't work for me, I would recommend spending the extra money and getting a Hennessy Hammock, It works great. The Texsport tore apart the first time I used it. The Hennessy got me down the Illinois river on a kayak trip for four days.