Features and Benefits
Behind the Scenes: Designing a Better Zip Line Trolley
We're all about solving problems at Head Rush Technologies, and we noticed a big one in the zip line industry; the most popular zip line trolley on the market is actually not a zip line trolley at all. It's a tyrolean pulley designed to be used on ropes instead of metal cables and meant for slow ...
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All About Bearings: Why Zip Line Trolley Bearings Matter
Bearings are one small component of our new zip line trolleys, but they are also one of the most important components. The new LightSpeed EZ Clip Zip Line Trolley and the new LightSpeed Micro Zip Line Trolley feature four ABEC rated bearings per trolley. These premium bearings increase the ...
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What is Eddy Current Magnetic Braking Technology?
Head Rush Tech is known for creating devices that are extremely reliable, that self-regulate based on rider weights, and provide a smooth, comfortable experience for the users. These benefits are largely due to our patented magnetic braking technology used in our devices. The technology is unique ...
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How Does an Eddy Current Brake Work? TRUTUBE Video Demonstration
Ascending up a 30-foot wall or hanging on the edge of a 100-foot cliff, rock climbing is our way of defying gravity and experiencing a challenge beyond the ordinary day to day. Climbing is an exhilarating and difficult sport that of course comes with some complex equipment and intricate techniques ...
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TRUBLUE Auto Belay Safety Standards
Conforming is not often seen as cool, but when it comes to safety standards, conformity is the way to be. As makers of adventure products for activities that hold inherent risk, we work to abide by all the safety standards that are applicable to our products. Our TRUBLUE auto belay, for example, ...
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The Magic of Magnets: A Physics Lesson on Lenz's Law
We're back with another physics lessons, and this time we're exploring the magic and mystery of magnets. Magnets are used in speakers, TV screens, medical equipment, and to hold our prized work on the refrigerator door. But just because we interact with magnets on a daily basis doesn't mean we ...
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Auto Belay Benefits | Part 3: Creating Value for Customers
This is the final installment of a series about how to apply business concepts in order to attract new customers and then convert them to members. The past few weeks we have been looking at a specific business concept and explaining how it relates to climbing gyms. You should be able to apply ...
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Auto Belay Benefits | Part 1: Competitive Advantage
This is the first installment of a series about how to apply business concepts in order to attract new customers and then convert them to members. Each week we will be looking at a specific business concept and explain how it relates to climbing gyms. You should be able to apply these business ...
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Research Says Tree Climbing Improves Your Memory
A recent study from the University of North Florida found that tree climbing can improve your cognitive skills. This fact was discovered when researchers were testing the link between proprioceptively demanding training and working memory. Proprioception is your awareness of your body orientation ...
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Economics of Auto Belays
Did you know that Auto Belays have become standard equipment in many climbing gyms around the world? Did you also know that auto belay devices can benefit gym owners in a variety of ways?Kids and adults who are new to climbing are more likely to climb and feel a sense of accomplishment, which in ...
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