Idea For A New Gadget

[Darrin Turnbull]

Good luck.

but maybe more hassle than its worth.

[Steve Bullman]

I agree that winding that up is going to be a massive pain in the arse.  A mini sidewinder would be a cool option

[Haironyourchest]

So, update, turns out tree guys are using old antique self retracting fly rod reels in the tree to store their throw line, but only for advancing. It's actually a brilliant idea. There is no progress capture though. The divers line reels do have progress capture but no self-retraction. I believe there's a (small) market there for a gadget that involves both, no crank needed as you could just hand-over-hand haul up whatever from the ground, catches the load if you slip or want to stop, and self-winds keeping your line tidy. A toggle allows free run, for when you self the line down or want to throw the weight over a branch. Could even be mounted to a big shot pole and reel off like a speargun line if the friction was low enough. One can only dream... 

[peatff]

Get a retractable clothes line from Argos

[carlos]

i think trying to pull any kind weight up with throwline diameter line would be sore and awkward on the hands.

i think using your climbing line is always going to be hard to beat for speed and convenience.