01/06/2014

Enjoy Abseiling

Abseiling is a type of vertical descent from heights Mountain using a rope and a harness, as well as some essential elements of security. It was originally practiced only by climbers and rescuers, is now booming and almost all tourists who come to the mountain are encouraged to practice it. Make a descent with this technique is one of the newest attractions in tourism in Mendoza. For this sport do not need to meet any requirement in particular: enough enthusiasm and the courage to overcome the initial fear. All those who have gone through this experience agree that feels apprehension begin to lower, but the excitement and the adrenaline of the descent and the beauty of the landscape are responsible for clear very soon that feeling. Who practice rappelling once, he asserts, always want to do it again. The equipment required for this experience is very simple, being that one of the secrets of the rapid popularization of abseiling.

In addition to certain essential safety devices that may vary from According to the technical staff, the most important are the rope and harness. It is very important to verify that the instructor properly check these 2 elements before starting the descent, because that depends on absolutely avoid a fall into the void. The belts used in this activity allow sitting crossing, avoiding tension in the back and legs. They may be partial, only holding the waist and the legs, or totals. The latter are the most desirable, since they include a clamping device for back and legs that further minimizes the potential damage in case of a fall.

Tug of war depend on the success and safety of the descent. Therefore no care for this item will be more. You can choose between static ropes, preferred for small descents and caving, or dynamics, whose effect rebound dampens knocks and falls. With the latter, however, caution should be exercised with sudden movements and jumps, finally not processed in a yo - yo's high mountain. Mendoza delivers ideal scenarios for the practice of this exciting adventure. Particularly recommended is the area of Potrerillos, only 50 km. from the Mendoza capital, with its towering snow-capped peaks and its beautiful water mirrors. Anyone who dare will have another indelible memory hoard your vacation in Mendoza.
Jan 6, 2014 5:37:01 PM

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