bgy8nas 0 #1 December 25, 2003 This may be trivial but id rather be sure. Whilst checking my new rig I noticed that if I take hold of the cutaway pad in one hand and the cables in the other I can pull the cables out of the pad by about 1-2 cm. I can also see the cables moving inside the pad. I just want to be sure that that is normal. Can anyone tell me how the cables are held within the pad, I think if I new how it was put together I would be less nervous. I will show this to a rigger at the weekend but any responses sooner would be much appreciated. Happy xmas Nick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybeergodd 0 #2 December 25, 2003 Completely normal....most of the time the cable is just in a big long loop and depending on who manufactured it, it has a metal sleeve or plastic tube it passes thru. Thats a pretty crude description of the inside of one but it should give you a basic idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #3 December 25, 2003 Yes, the release cables are just one long, continuous loop that is attached to a piece of tape or webbing inside the handle. A nicopress sleeve is squeezed around the cable to prevent it from slipping. The movement you see is just the fabric flexing and foam padding compressing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityGirl 0 #4 December 26, 2003 It is my understanding that a little give is beneficial. If it was tight against the handle, it would pull from the riser end when you pick up the rig by the shoulder/yoke. Just like your reserve cable has a bit of slack in it. Does that make sense? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Peace and Blue Skies! Bonnie ==>Gravity Gear! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bgy8nas 0 #5 December 26, 2003 Quote Does that make sense? Yes definately, thanks all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #6 December 27, 2003 4 to 6 inches of slack is normal with release cables. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
