Research

Research

Research

Research

Sterling Hollow Block Friction and Strength Degradation Test

Background

Background

Background

Background

Sterling Hollow Blocks have long been suspected of deteriorating quickly in strength due to their construction and material. We tested used Hollow Blocks to assess these effects and draw conclusions about the appropriateness of their use as a rappel backup and friction hitch.

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Backcountry Think-Tank.

Located In

Bozeman, MT, USA

info@peakinnovation.ngo

© 2025 Peak Innovations. All Rights Reserved. Registered 501(C)3.

Backcountry Think-Tank.

Located In

Bozeman, MT, USA

info@peakinnovation.ngo

© 2025 Peak Innovations.
All Rights Reserved.
Registered 501(C)3.

Backcountry Think-Tank.

Located In

Bozeman, MT, USA

info@peakinnovation.ngo

© 2025 Peak Innovations. All Rights Reserved. Registered 501(C)3.

© 2025 Peak Innovations.

All Rights Reserved.

Registered 501(C)3.