No the shunt is not recommended for self belaying because of the risk of the cam jamming in an overhang situation.
Top rope solo petzl shunt.
Can i use the shunt to self belay.
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But this makes a perfect ascender for setting up two fixed lines and doing top rope solo laps by yourself.
I can intermittently reach across squeeze the shunt and slide it up the rope as back up.
Unweighted so i can easily ab back down shunt attached to harness loop with short sling.
Nevertheless fixed rope solo climbing is an option that many climbers have taken experimenting with a variety of technical solutions.
If route hard and sustained shunt also tied to slings around shoulders or neck to keep it upright and always sliding up rope.
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Petzl has not developed a device for this activity but certain ascenders may be used for it by experts.
In climbing or mountaineering the rope team offers the highest level of safety.