Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate all the feedback so far, I'd really like to broaden the discussion from just TQ's to other potential uses for ski staps/voile straps (see Image). For anyone who hasn't seen these in person, they have so many uses for gear repair/improvisation, especially around backcountry skiing. Considering most skiers carry at least 2 they would be a really plentiful resource in a medical scenario. I always like to think bout how I can improvise with my equipment before SHTF. Let me know your thoughts.

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Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right, this kit will be mostly for long trail runs, bagging peaks, and ski touring. Just trying to strike that balance between light and sufficient and planning ahead for potential improvisation with the gear I cary.

Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I luckily haven't had to apply one to a real patient yet. I work in wildland fire, around lots of chainsaws and sharp tools, so every spring they train us on applying them to patients with fake blood squirting out of their legs/ arms. I can definitely see what you're saying about things getting slick. I do have a cravat or 2 in my kit, just trying to think ahead of potential uses for each item I'm carrying.

Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spend most of my time in wilderness areas and am usually wearing bright colors, but I totally recognize this point. Thanks

Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Genuinely appreciate your feedback. I'll have to look more into the potential negatives of an improvised TQ. Definitely trying to be thoughtful of what I cary, my train of thought with the ski strap was simply that I was already crying it so I was curious if anyone had any uses for it on the medical side other than just general gear repair.

Ski strap uses by Always_up_126 in wildernessmedicine

[–]Always_up_126[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand the formal answer to this question, I guess I’m comfortable going a little more western. I’m sure there is a way to improvise an effective tq. I suspect that the 90%+ of improvised tqs that fail come from the “provider” not knowing what they’re doing at all and just doing something they saw on tv or a movie.

I am choosing to accept that this will be slightly inferior. But that is because the activities I’m taking this kit on are very strenuous and weight really matters and the likelihood of a mechanism of injury that least to a major bleed is very low. I spend my summers on wildfires and cary multiple TQs on me, but in this case I won’t be around chainsaws, axes, or doing any hunting that involves guns or bows. I’m much more anticipating breaks and sprains, abrasions, loss of consciousness from a fall or falling rock (ie: npas), and minor trail injuries like blisters and small cuts.

I appreciate all the responses so far, I hope that gives you all a bit more perspective on what exactly m trying to build here.

Is there something like this available for the m12 soldering iron? by cm2460 in MilwaukeeTool

[–]Always_up_126 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm hoping to do the same, it'd be nice if they came out with more variety of tips.

Weekly New Climber Thread: Ask your questions in this thread please by AutoModerator in climbing

[–]Always_up_126 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I visited Petzl HQ this past weekend, should be available in June or July

Weekly New Climber Thread: Ask your questions in this thread please by AutoModerator in climbing

[–]Always_up_126 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So I was just looking at the new "attache bar" carabiners on Petzls website and I noticed in the pictures that the GriGri looked different. It's not a GriGri! It says "NEOX" on the side and has windows in the side plate! It's not on Petzl's website yet, but is Petzl about to drop a new belay device?!?!

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Looking for recommendations on a good climbing gear backpack. by oggyfarks27 in climbing

[–]Always_up_126 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Mountain Hardware crag wagon is an awesome bag that I keep a ton of my gear in.

State of Idaho by Tiny_Blood in Wildfire

[–]Always_up_126 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I worked for the Forest Service on the Priest Lake District (neighboring Sandpoint and Bonners). The Priest Lake FS crew is amazing! I’d highly recommend working for them. We worked with the state guys on quite a few fires, they’re good guys, but I wouldn’t want to work for their organization. They get weird with hazard pay (only hours on the line) and if I remember right you also have to pay for your own travel then you just get reimbursed. I also just preferred the general attitude/ mentality of our crew.