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Learn lots of knots in lockdown…

Having a good understanding of knots is one of the most important parts of stunt rigging. There is a huge amount of information about all kinds of knots out there. What I have found over the years is that there are only a handful of knots that are continually used, that is not to say you shouldn’t limit your knowledge of the different types of knots, they all have their place and application.

Knots are how rope is connected to anchors, harnesses, and gear. Being able to tie a range of knots correctly and efficiently is a significant skill of the Stunt rigger.

Temporary connection (knots) include, but are not limited to:

knots

bends

hitches

spicing

whipping

It will be the responsibility of the Rigger to choose and tie the right knot that suits the load requirements of the situation. There are many knots available; this page will cover the basic knots and explain their applications and best uses.

INTRODUCTION TO STUNT RIGGING



“Imagination is the instrument with which we create our world”

Stunt Rigging is the art of making people fly through the air, skid on the ground, float in space, fly like Superman, get smashed into things without harm, and display superhuman strength. It allows the safe execution of dynamic movement that appears dangerous, impossible, or even like magic.

Stunt Rigging is a compilation of rigging styles adapted from disciplines such as rock climbing, circus, mountaineering, tree climbing, caving, yachting, industrial rigging, and rope access. Stunt Rigging is not outlined by any specific standards, rather it involves applying gear and rigging skills from all rigging-related industries, combined to produce specific dramatic or acrobatics effects.

RIGGING FUNDAMENTALS

The Foundation to Rigging is to introduce you to the types of gear that will be used for Stunt Rigging. The introduction will give an understanding of its uses and a platform to build on for more technical applications.

To become familiar with the gear personally as well as in the workings of a rig is the key to its mastery. For example, if the device is a Goldtail and is being used in a descender rig, then you should be able to use the Goldtail for descending yourself, know how the rope runs through it, how to break and stop mid-rope, how fast it can go with all the different settings, and how to tie it off and perform work. You will need to know everything about the device before you place it into a rig – you will need to become an expert in its use and of its literature, do’s & do not’s, and break loads, etc.

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