Rope recommendations

[davef]

Initially came looking for some more information about rope but got pretty overwhelmed by the amount of info here.

If you would be so kind and maybe list what you're using, at least that way I could see whats most popular?

Thanks

 

[JD3000]

Try the search icon and the climber's section. Rope has been discussed at length for sure.

Welcome to the Buzz

 

[rope-a-dope]

Rope for tree climbing? Lots of choices out there. Yale, Samson and Sterling are the major brands, double braids and kernmantles are the main construction types used to climb.

 

[JeffGu]

Arborist ropes are pretty specialized... without knowing what you're going to use it for, and what equipment you'll use it with, it's impossible to make a recommendation. That's why the subject is so heavily discussed on the site, on so many forums/threads.

 

[Danno]

Dave F. I feel the same way. Came looking for just a tid-bit of info awhile back but quickly was overwhelmed. (Not a bad thing. Just so much info. is available) This has been a great resource btw.
www.grandprairietreeco.com

 

[Jonny]

Ok, more specifically; can someone recommend me a 5/8” rigging line that is 12 strand and NOT Arborplex? Would consider 3/4” too, same construction.

Thinking about this one. I’ve always been very satisfied with Yale Cordage products.

Yale Cordage 5/8" XTR-12 Arborist Rope - 9800 lbs Breaking Strength

12-strand, hollow braid rope with a blend of polyester and "Para-ep" Olefin fibers Nubby feel, handles great even in wet weather Stays round with a long service life Feels slightly oversized due to the 12-strand construction Excellent flexibility XTR-12 is an arborist rigger's line with a...

www.westechrigging.com

 

[Sep]

Samson stable braid 5/8 is one of the best.

 

[SomethingWitty]

Ok, more specifically; can someone recommend me a 5/8” rigging line that is 12 strand and NOT Arborplex? Would consider 3/4” too, same construction.

Thinking about this one. I’ve always been very satisfied with Yale Cordage products.

Yale Cordage 5/8" XTR-12 Arborist Rope - 9800 lbs Breaking Strength

12-strand, hollow braid rope with a blend of polyester and "Para-ep" Olefin fibers Nubby feel, handles great even in wet weather Stays round with a long service life Feels slightly oversized due to the 12-strand construction Excellent flexibility XTR-12 is an arborist rigger's line with a...

www.westechrigging.com

They used to make a 5/8 16 strand, too.