Recovery on Via Ferrata - How to use slings as a resting system for Via Ferrata + the better options

In this video I tackle a recurring error I see beginners do on Via Ferrata. Lovers of Via Ferrata buy their own Via Ferrata kit but when it comes to choosing the resting system they do it wrong by saving money on slings. Using a sling is not bad. Saving money by buying a sling instead of something better is not bad. Not properly utilizing the sling can be dangerous. Seeing so many occurrences, I now am determined to speak about the matter and come with a solution that might help the beginners both to save money and to also stay safe on the Via Ferrata they go and eventually stop to take a rest.

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