Well, that second link looks like a pretty snazzy rig. Looks like it would work just fine. But because its a small diameter rope (as we've already discussed), you'll have to buy their harness and their specialized braking system. With a breaking strength of 5000 pounds and a brake plate with 6 turns in it, I wouldn't be afraid to use it.

Could be very pricey... but it is compact. Might be worth it if room/weight is a big consideration. It's impressive!

True it won't fit in an Altoids Tin but neither will the 150' of rope. <img src="images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

BUT, it will store nicely in the BOB I keep under my desk disguised as a softside briefcase. <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I maintain the PCs for the local 911 center and they actually have EVAC-U8's velcroed (is that a word) to the side of the radio consoles.

Now if these people have to leave (and I 've seen them in some pretty stressful situations) than TSHTF, big time. <img src="images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Hey, the brief case is a good idea!

As far as I'm concerned "velcroed" is a word. I concur with your thoughts on their leaving. Ouch! When they start bailing out, then it really must be seriuos.

Comanche7

And now for something completely different

After reading this rather lengthy debate of rappel vs. BASE jump I just had to register and weigh in. For the ultimate highrise escape rig checkout www.gekkomat.de It's a little pricey and a tad bulky to stick under the desk but it seems like the best hypothetical solution to me. Besides, I wouldn't have the guts to swan dive off the roof and I wouldn't trust those without a swiss seat to not cut my line <img src="images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

eodman,

Welcome to ETS. Thanks for sharing the link. That is really neat!

Regards,
Comanche7

Agreed!

It is a cool idea. Looks like if there's a downside, it might be that it would be a little slow. Not sure how long it'd take to climb down a couple hundred feet with that rig. You'd probably need to be in pretty good shape physically also.