Three Gibbs ascenders are some times used to make the lightning fast rope-walking system used by carvers. A double ascender set up using Jumper type devices and two foot stirrups is a more common system. Racks and figure-eight descenders are used for repelling. TCI considers single-rope technique as intermediate level material at the climbing school. This technique uses a rope looped over a branch with both hanging ends put to use.
Small children use a padded leg-strap saddle.
For gloves TCI recommends inexpensive gripper gloves. These gloves are usually a golden color. They are crisscrossed with a rubber substance that keeps the rope from slipping between the fingers. Carabiners are used for a number of purposes. Try to match metal types with the same.