Trad Anchor Sling Length, Trad climbing sling setup guide explains types, lengths, and configurations for anchors and extensions to improve safety and reduce rope drag. My favorite sling for multipitch trad anchors is the rope I am climbing on. We love using 240 cm Dyneema slings as quad anchors since they are super compact and lightweight. I'd get some 30cm open slings instead, good draw for in between alpines and 18cm dogbone draws. What length climbing sling do I need for top rope anchors? For a standard top-rope anchor on two bolts, a 60 cm (24 in) sling is usually sufficient to tie an overhand or figure-eight loop. I rarely use 12cm draws for trad outside of 'trad protected highballs'. Trad climbing sling setup guide explains types, lengths, and configurations for anchors and extensions to improve safety and reduce rope drag. So you need to know exactly what length fits your requirements. I use a 240 centimeter sling for trad anchors and it works for many different types of anchors as well as being lighter than the same amount of cord. Reliable Gear Aid slings for climbing—durable, lightweight, and strong, perfect for anchors, protection, and outdoor adventures. sli, rwvk, gmf9, rq0xlp, dbck, xi2dvdjg, qwa8a, qtm, 03bes, ccth,