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Would that be a zip line?
We used a zip line in the millitary that sounds just like that.
Military question... What is "fast roping"?
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Fast-roping is a technique for descending down a thick
rope. It is useful for deploying troops from a
helicopter in places where the helicopter itself is unable or unwilling to touch down. First developed by the British, its first combat use was during the
Falklands War. The original rope was a thick nylon that could be used in a manner akin to a fireman's pole. Originally, the first man would hold the rope for the next man, who then replaced him, however this has been phased out.
It is quicker than
abseiling/rappelling, although more dangerous, particularly if the person is carrying a heavy load because the rope is not attached to them with a
descender. The person simply holds onto the rope with his or her hands and feet and slides down it. Several people can slide down the same rope simultaneously provided that there is a gap of 3 metres or so between them, so that each one has time to get out of the way when they reach the ground before the next person lands on them. The rope has to be thick, typically 40 mm diameter, to prevent the rope from being wildly jerked about from the
rotor blast of the helicopter. It is essential to wear
gloves, as sliding down a rope generates great heat from friction.
Ok then.
This is a specific brand of snack that is now officially the best snack in the world and my favorite snack. It consists of four different brand of chips into one bag, one of them being pretzels.