Climbing point always above. But i always try to set my rigging point on a different stem/leader/branch than the one im tied into.
"I have heard some say your tie in point should be above the rigging point as it helps you climb out further and the rigging point should be stronger." Ill agree with that.
Above because;
You need to be able to safely get out on the ends of branches to tip tie. It just makes getting around the tree so much easier.
When you get to the top of the tree, its easier once you have tied in to set your rigging gear below your climbing system.
The chances of the rigging point failing with your climbing line below are greater because you will be rigging of a smaller stem.
Also on that point, the chances of your rigging point failing and taking your roping point with it are very high so whats the point of tying in below?
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