Mechanical Advantage Systems & Z-Drag for Whitewater, Swiftwater & Technical Rope Rescue

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Mechanical advantage rope and pulley systems to help students prepare for their Whitewater (Swiftwater) Rescue Technician Bridge or Recertification course with Boreal River Rescue. This video covers simple 3:1 (z-drag) and 5:1 and compound 9:1 mechanical advantage systems with rope to unpin boats and for use in transportation systems.

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