Tactical Ropes

04/24/2026

ON THE OPERATOR KIT / OTO KIT

The OTO Bag can be attached directly to the descent control device carabiner which allows for one smooth disconnect from the rope. With traditional leg bags unless you use all the rope you still have the rope attached to your leg which you will need to disconnect from.

OTO also works in ascent and acts as a rope bucket to help prevent ropes getting snagged on objects which is especially prevalent in an urban environment.

We will be running our Tactical Rope Access Course Lite this summer. This will be a 3 day course teaching the fundamentals of rappelling, ascending, anchor building, lowering a casualty and raising a casualty all with minimal equipment.

OTO LITE KITS available to purchase in both 9.5mm and 10mm rope options. DM for more info.

04/23/2026

Footwear choice is a key consideration especially when you life may depend on it.

04/21/2026

04/20/2026

Mountain Warfare ⚔️

Patagonia MARS

Arguably one of the best clothing systems for mountain work ever made.

04/14/2026

04/13/2026

Remote Rescue

Gear Selection

Having the right gear is important especially for remote rescue operations. Both personal and team gear needs to be fit for purpose and be multifunctional.

•Clothing System

Team Wendy Helmet - comfortable but the rails suck.

Arc’teryx Goretex for wet weather and wind protection whilst also helping aid visibility.

Arc’teryx Pant with knee protection- most mountaineering type softshell pants lack this.

Scarpa B2 Boots for stability on rocky ground.

Arc’teryx AR395 A Harness - lightweight, comfortable, small pack size and can hike in it. With gloves, surgical tape and small knife on a carabiner.

Hill People Gear SAR Chest Rig - gives the ability to carry radios and keep gear immediately accessible;

Multitool
Repair Kit
Headlamp
Note Pad and Pencil

Sun Shirt - not shown, essentially for keeping the suns rays at bay.

•Rescue Gear

Sterling Tactical Response 9.5mm Rope - 60 meters

KOBUS Litter with casualty bag

Small Rescue Rack - gives the ability to descend, ascend, raise and lower.

•Sustainment Gear

Arc’teryx Assault Pack 30

Water
24 hours emergency rations
Small Med Kit
Personal Med Kit
Bivy Jacket in waterproof stuff sack
Emergency Bivy Gear

04/13/2026

Book via tacticalropes.com

04/03/2026

Day 4 of the Emergency Medical Rope Access and Casualty Evacuation Course for a team in Southern Utah.

Slot Canyon Rescue

04/01/2026

The elusive Vortex Manual. Rarely seen in the wild.