Doorway Safeguards for Travel

Doorway rigs are iconic for their stealth, but hotel jambs and guest-room trim need extra love before you clip in. Run through these safeguards every time you hang a SkyFox traveler kit so your scene stays smooth, discreet, and damage-free.

1. Pre-Arrival Prep

• Pack the essentials: SkyFox torque strap, secondary safety line, foam pressure pads, painter’s tape, microfiber cloth, and a small bubble level.
• Confirm the door swings toward you (pull-open) and isn’t hollow-core. Knock on the panel—solid wood sounds dense, hollow doors echo.
• Check hotel policies; many boutique properties allow swing installs with advance notice if you promise spotless cleanup.

2. Inspect the Frame

• Look for visible cracks, chipped paint, or flex when you press near the hinges. If you see gaps between jamb and wall, choose a different doorway.
• Tighten hinge screws with a travel screwdriver. Loose hinges can introduce play that compromises load rating.
• Do a gentle load test: grip the top of the jamb and apply downward pressure. Any creak or movement means “no go.”

3. Set the Torque Strap

1. Position the strap pads on both sides of the jamb at or slightly above head height.
2. Close the door fully and cinch the strap until the pads hug the trim without crushing it. The door should latch smoothly—if not, adjust height or pressure.
3. Clip the primary carabiners to the strap’s load-rated D-rings, verifying each gate closes automatically.

4. Distribute the Load

• Slide foam or rubber pads between strap hardware and wood to spread pressure and prevent dents.
• Hook the secondary safety strap to an overhead hinge, closet rod, or alternate anchor point for redundancy.
• Limit dynamic swinging—doorway rigs excel at sensual flow and partial lifts, not full aerial spins.

5. Scene Safety

• Position a mat or folded blanket beneath the swing for soft landings.
• Keep the quick-release tool on a nearby shelf and review landing cues before lift-off.
• Monitor the strap tension mid-scene; if anything loosens, pause and re-cinch before continuing.

6. Micro Aftercare

• Unclip the swing, then slowly release the torque strap to avoid snapping paint or trim.
• Wipe the jamb with a hotel towel spritzed in toy cleaner or gentle soap water. Dry thoroughly so moisture doesn’t warp wood.
• Inspect for impressions; if you see marks, warm them with a hairdryer on low and smooth with a microfiber cloth.

Travel Log Tip

Keep a quick-install log in your SkyFox journal noting hotel name, ideal strap height, and any frame nuances. The next time you visit, you’ll recreate the perfect hang in minutes—and leave the space as immaculate as you found it.