Innovative Gear - Zartman Rigging
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How about a sling with zero seams or stitching?
Ben is an expert and splicing high-tech cord, such as Dyneema. While more labor-intensive than sewing, this results in a overall stronger product with no seam or stitching. This is much more common in the sailing world than in climbing, and Ben uses this skill to craft some very interesting gear. (Even better, it’s UIAA certified.)
One thing on Ben’s website that really caught my eye are the Seamless Friction Loops. You know when you're trying to make a friction hitch with a small loop, and the darn stitching always gets in the way? Not a problem with a loop when it's spliced. See photos below.
Another cool looking product is the Seamless Micro Loop. One minor hassle of big wall climbing is trying to fit /tie chunky cord or webbing onto hooks. These micro loops look perfect, low profile, quick girth hitch, good to go.
Seamless friction loop - no stitches to get in the way
image: https://zartmancruising.com/
Seamless Micro Loop - perfect for hooks
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Seamless slings - Super strong and again, no seams
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It's not all soft goods. Check this out: the “micro” belay / rappel plate designed for 6 mm cord.
image: https://zartmancruising.com/