Master your climbing system with the Forester 9mm Aramid/HMPE Eye-to-Eye Hitch Cord, engineered specifically for professional arborists who demand maximum safety, heat resistance, and precise friction control during ascent and descent. Available in 26", 28", and 30" lengths, this high-performance friction cord excels in eye-to-eye hitch configurations like the Valdotain Tresse (VT), Distel, or Schwabisch. Whether you're making smooth work-positioning adjustments or controlled descents, this cord provides the perfect balance of immediate bite and predictable release.
Built for rigorous tree care operations, the cord features an ultra-durable blended Aramid and polyester cover surrounding a high-strength HMPE (High-Modulus Polyethylene) core. The Aramid blend provides extreme heat and abrasion resistance to withstand friction glazing during rapid descents, while the supple construction ensures superior knot-holding grip on climbing lines. With ultra-low stretch properties and stitched spliced eyes, this hitch cord delivers long-lasting reliability and peak confidence high in the canopy.
Key Features & Technical Highlights
- Optimized for Safe Ascent & Descent: Engineered for smooth movement and reliable friction control in professional arborist climbing systems.
- Heat-Resistant Aramid/Polyester Cover: Advanced cover blend prevents heat glazing and abrasion wear caused by friction against moving climbing lines.
- High-Strength HMPE Core: High-Modulus Polyethylene core delivers exceptional tensile strength with ultra-low stretch for responsive friction hitch performance.
- Supple, High-Grip Feel: Soft and pliable texture provides immediate bite, excellent knot retention, and easy release when unweighted.
- Precision Stitched Eyes: Reinforced eye-to-eye termination ends ensure seamless carabiner attachment and compact, tidy hitch setups.
- Three Length Options: Choose from 26", 28", or 30" eye-to-eye lengths to match your preferred hitch technique and hardware setup.
Product Specifications
| Brand: | Forester |
| Product Type: | Eye-to-Eye Friction Hitch Cord |
| Diameter: | 9 mm |
| Available Lengths: | 26", 28", 30" (Eye-to-Eye) |
| Cover Construction: | Blended Aramid (Kevlar) & Polyester |
| Core Material: | High-Modulus Polyethylene (HMPE) |
| Characteristics: | Heat-Resistant, Low-Stretch, High-Grip, Supple |
| Applications: | Tree Climbing, Friction Hitch Systems (VT, Distel, Schwabisch, Prusik), Arboriculture |
