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Shackles and the sheriff of Shipley 21-Apr-2011 At 3:19:58 AM RNM

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Perhaps we give you the benefit of the doubt and assume you are genuine?!

No, people should NOT top rope with their rope running directly through the hardware that forms the anchor. Yes, it may well be 'only this once', but when everyone does it 'only this once', it is a problem.

It is very frustrating and expensive replacing anchors and hardware.

It is excellent that you are willing to get involved. Donate lots of money. Then go and learn a bunch about anchors. Then start replacing hardware on anchors with appropriate gear. This probably means adding/replacing rated stainless mallions, but you'll learn all about this from someone before you start going about it.

You won't be climbing as much, because you suddenly have less time and less money. But when you do climb, you will probably be asking your mates (and others), not to be lazy, and to stop threading the hardware at the top, and undoing all your good work.

There are SO many climbs that will benefit from your energy and enthusiasm. Have fun!