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Weekend Whipper: The Dogbone Conspiracy – Sketchy Falls on Homemade Gear

Not recommended to try at home... not because it's overly dangerous or anything, but it just seems like a grand waste of time ?

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The dogbone, an essential part of a quickdraw and gear that climbers trust. But what if these bits of climbing kit could simply be replaced with everyday items that we would normally throw away?

Nate Murphy decided to find out and this ridiculous video is the result.

The garlic was easily our favorite.

Happy Friday and climb safe this weekend!


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