Donaghy's cougar rope

I will say though, arbsession has been the cats meow. Fingers crossed their customer service stays top notch. (No pun intended.)

I have also had success with customer service and shipping from honey brothers. It makes sense though that all the rock exotica stuff they are selling is wayyy overpriced but the UK manufactured stuff is reasonable.
 
I could start a rant and rave about arb retailers. But most will fall asleep and I would be writing for weeks. Got great stories. I like most arb retailers even VSG owned ones. Just have to know how to deal with each. Again fuck loyalty, I do love Wesspur more than most.
 
I've been lost after the original treestuff went away. I don't think I've bought tree gear online since, It's actually kind of crazy to think about. I buy handsaw blades and saw chains locally, I hate online shopping I guess and the climbing kit I use is durable/sees light use. I do like buying online from niche boutique vendors like Gordon via treebuzz.com.
 
I've been lost after the original treestuff went away. I don't think I've bought tree gear online since, It's actually kind of crazy to think about. I buy handsaw blades and saw chains locally, I hate online shopping I guess and the climbing kit I use is durable/sees light use. I do like buying online from niche boutique vendors like Gordon via treebuzz.com.
I shop on average every 2 months. But I never go nuts...just got sent this by my buddy for xmas.....what a beauty. My second he sent. I sent back the first. Not this though. Lol.20240103_190030.jpg
 
Gridiron Capital bought up VSG, or at least a major portion of it. VSG still owns a minority of the stock.
Currently VSG is the following:
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Keep going up the ladder and you’d probably find Black Rock or StateStreet. I believe there’s nothing Black Rock doesn’t have a hand in. Seems like it anyway. A sign of modern times, I suppose. Not a sign I’m fond of, but a sign nonetheless.
 
APRIL 12, 2022
Platte River Equity Announces the Sale of Vertical Supply Group

Denver, CO - Platte River Equity (“Platte River”) is pleased to announce the sale of Vertical Supply Group (“VSG” or the “Company”) to Gridiron Capital, LLC (“Gridiron Capital”). VSG is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor and direct retailer of work-at-height products for professional and recreational users requiring solutions that enhance safety, performance and ergonomics.

“It has been a great partnership with Tripp and the entire VSG team,” said Peter Calamari, Platte River Managing Director. “We believe it is the right time to bring in a new partner to help take the company to the next level but are excited to be retaining an ongoing stake in the business.”

“We are proud of the many milestones we have achieved during Platte River’s ownership,” said Tripp Wyckoff, CEO of VSG. “We have known the Gridiron Capital team for a number of years and are excited to move forward with them given their track record and PPE sector expertise.”

BlackArch Partners served as lead financial advisor to VSG and Platte River, and Canaccord Genuity served as co-advisor. Bartlit Beck LLP served as legal counsel to Platte River. Gridiron Capital was advised by EC Mergers & Acquisitions and Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP on the partnership.

 
Loyalty days done with arb suppliers.
Not for me. I only buy from Wesspur. On the off chance its an emergency and they CAN'T order it for me I'll try Arbsession and Shelter. That basically never happens though as my gear addiction is in recovery. I support Wesspur because they support me and Stice is probably my best friend in the whole world so I want to give them a reason to help pay his bills. I do get what you're saying though.
 
APRIL 12, 2022
Platte River Equity Announces the Sale of Vertical Supply Group

Denver, CO - Platte River Equity (“Platte River”) is pleased to announce the sale of Vertical Supply Group (“VSG” or the “Company”) to Gridiron Capital, LLC (“Gridiron Capital”). VSG is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor and direct retailer of work-at-height products for professional and recreational users requiring solutions that enhance safety, performance and ergonomics.

“It has been a great partnership with Tripp and the entire VSG team,” said Peter Calamari, Platte River Managing Director. “We believe it is the right time to bring in a new partner to help take the company to the next level but are excited to be retaining an ongoing stake in the business.”

“We are proud of the many milestones we have achieved during Platte River’s ownership,” said Tripp Wyckoff, CEO of VSG. “We have known the Gridiron Capital team for a number of years and are excited to move forward with them given their track record and PPE sector expertise.”

BlackArch Partners served as lead financial advisor to VSG and Platte River, and Canaccord Genuity served as co-advisor. Bartlit Beck LLP served as legal counsel to Platte River. Gridiron Capital was advised by EC Mergers & Acquisitions and Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP on the partnership.

I understand Tripp to be gone and there's a new sheriff in town cleaning house.
 

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