Prusik & Hitch Cords
10 mm Friction Hitch Cord
Our newest hitch cord is born from arborists’ constant requests for ever more durable gear that is also easy to manipulate in all types of weather conditions. The Flex core is made of ultra strong and water-resistant polyester fibers surrounded by a blended Technora/polyester sheath that provides solid abrasion resistance with enough bite to hitch firmly onto ropes.
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8 mm Bound Loop Prusik
Diameter: 8.0 mm
Provides progress capture, tandem prusik belay and optimal rope grab for rope rescue. Does away with bulky, time-consuming knots and is stronger with its sewn loop construction.
Available Lengths: 16" and 22"
8 mm Friction Hitch Cord
Our newest hitch cord is born from arborists’ constant requests for ever more durable gear that is also easy to manipulate in all types of weather conditions. The Flex core is made of ultra strong and water-resistant polyester fibers surrounded by a blended Technora/polyester sheath that provides solid abrasion resistance with enough bite to hitch firmly onto ropes.
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Adjustable Retrievable Anchor
A powerful combination of our HTP Ring Sling and our RIT Ring Bound Loop Prusik, the AR Anchor allows quick adjustments when used as a primary anchor point by moving the RIT Ring Bound Loop Prusik along the Ring Sling. Because of the different-sized rings, you can retrieve the entire system from the tree once back on the ground.
Quantity x3
6 mm Sewn Ratchet
The 6mm AZTEK Elite Ratchets are featured in our AZTEK Elite systems. These are used as progress capture on the 8mm AZTEK Edge Restraint Cord. The ratches are constructed of 6 mm nylon bound loop cord in a 9.5" sling and are available in two color options: blue and orange. To learn more about the AZTEK systems that are mentioned below, visit Ropes That Rescue.
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RIT 8 mm Eye-and-Eye Hitchcord
8.0 mm Friction Hitch Cord
The RIT 8 mm Eye and Eye is made from the high performing, heat resistant RIT 500 cord. It has a firmer, tight Aramid sheath for superior durability and is non-glazing. Extensively field tested by professional arborists, the RIT 8 mm Eye and Eye provides even and consistent friction in a wide variety of hitches.
Available lengths: 28", 30", 32"
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RIT 9 mm Eye-and-Eye Hitchcord
9.0 mm Friction Hitch Cord
The 9 mm has a softer feel than the 8 mm Eye and Eye but offers the same durablility and consistent performance. The 9 mm is a 24-strand polycore construction made with high performing, heat resistant Aramid. These cords provide even and consistent performance for a wide variety of hitches.
Available lengths: 28", 30", 32", 36"
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Diameters: 8 mm and 9 mm
Sterling created the sew bound loop prusik over 16 years ago as an innovative answer to bulky knots. Our RIT 8 mm and 9 mm Bound Loop Prusiks are the latest extension of that product and offer arborists durable, versatile tools for rigging, climbing and lanyard adjustment.
The RIT Ring Prusik is a versatile tool for rigging, climbing and lanyard adjustment. Made with our RIT 500™ construction with a Twaron sheath and nylon core for heat resistance and durability.
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8.0 mm RIT Friction Hitch Cord
This unique prusik uses RIT 500™ construction with a Twaron sheath and nylon core for excellent heat and abrasion resistance. The steel thimble offers a clean connection point and provides numerous options for adjustable anchors or connections.
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