HOME> ROPES CONSTRUCTION> BUILDING TECHNIQUES

ROPES COURSE BUILDING TECHNIQUES

Some techniques currently used by WOLF. These are some of the most common styles accepted by the ACCT. Only a qualified ropes course professional can determine if these techniques are appropriate for your situation. This is an excellent guide to check if your ropes course is built to current standards.  Click the picture or title for a complete description and detailed specifications. This is NOT a how-to builders guide!


Guy anchors are one of the most important components for ropes course construction.

belay posts are an excellent way for more participants to be involved and teach safety and responsibility.

Proper back-ups guarantee ropes course safety and longevity.

GROUND ANCHOR

BELAY POSTS

BOLTED TERMINATIONS
Ground anchors must be properly installed. Most pole ropes course require guy wires. 

Belay posts designed for participant belay, greatly increasing challenge course effectiveness.

Ropes course belay cable back-up details for bolted terminations in pole and trees. 

Ropes course decks allow easy access and element transfers.

Loaded ropes course cables must have a minimum sag to maintain safety.

A popular way to attach belay and element cables that lowers ropes course construction costs.

CABLE WRAPS

Details on platform installation and attachment points.
Cable Sag or Loaded Drape requirements for ropes course belay cables.
Specifications for belay cable attachment using wrap method. Popular with many ropes course builders.

Minimum standards required for ropes course pole installation. A low cost and popular clamp for ropes course construction. The only clamp rated for life support by the manufacturer for ropes course construction. Proper installation simplifies ropes course access and safety.
POLE DEPTH U-BOLT CABLE CLAMPS FIST GRIP CABLE CLAMPS STAPLES
Ropes course pole specification and minimum depth information. Proper installation of cable clamps is paramount for ropes course safety.

Fist grip cable clamps are recommended for critical ropes course applications. 

Staple installation for participant access and instructor anchors.
 
 


HOME DEN EDUCATION RETREATS ROPES COURSES SALES SUMMER CAMPS LOCATIONS STAFF EXIT

© COPYRIGHT 1998-2003  W.O.L.F.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |  (888) 801 WOLF | INFO@WOLFADVENTURES.ORG
© COPYRIGHT 1998-2003  W.O.L.F.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |  (888) 801 WOLF | INFO@WOLFADVENTURES.ORG