The failure was on the rope part and showed little wear prior to failure. The failures occurred after changing a system I'd used for many years so I've gone back to the proven system. And a stronger line!

I've owned both a H-18 magnum and H-17 and enjoyed trapping off the wings but agree, it is a long way to fall. I found the wings most useful late in the day as fatigue set in.

I always wear a vest.