Tree motion bridge

[swinny]

Whilst doing some conifer reductions the other day i noticed that there is a scuff/knick on the bridge of my treemotion harness...... if had a look at it and it appears to be only the green outer layer that has been comprimised so to say, and when i pull the "fibres" back i can see the white inner cord but it doesn't appear damaged, only the outer green bit.

 

million dollar question is will it still be ok to climb on? i'm thinking its superficial and the green outer is just a protection layer more than strength (or im hoping)

 

i'm willing to get a new bridge before anyone brands me as a tight arse

Edited February 17, 2011 by swinny

[bob]

Just get one they are cheap enough.

If ever you have a slight doubt follow your heart and get one

Most suppliers sell them

But buy a genuine one

[WeeDee]

Whilst doing some conifer reductions the other day i noticed that there is a scuff/knick on the bridge of my treemotion harness...... if had a look at it and it appears to be only the green outer layer that has been comprimised so to say, and when i pull the "fibres" back i can see the white inner cord but it doesn't appear damaged, only the outer green bit.

 

million dollar question is will it still be ok to climb on? i'm thinking its superficial and the green outer is just a protection layer more than strength (or im hoping)

 

i'm willing to get a new bridge before anyone brands me as a tight arse

 

Come on, Tight Arse! Get a new bridge!

 

On a more serious note, though. Would you be asking 'what we thought' if you weren't already doubtful?

[swinny]

yeah, think its best to have a new one and to trust in the gear every time you sit back! bit gutted its nicked though ohhhh well things sometimes do happen

 

ohhh and yes, genuine its just rope so will they sell the same rope as std?

[bob]

yeah, think its best to have a new one and to trust in the gear every time you sit back! bit gutted its nicked though ohhhh well things sometimes do happen

 

ohhh and yes, genuine its just rope so will they sell the same rope as std?

 

I was once offered suitable cord as they were out of stock.

I went elsewhere:thumbup:

[bob]

treeMOTION Sliding D Connection

[WeeDee]

yeah, think its best to have a new one and to trust in the gear every time you sit back! bit gutted its nicked though ohhhh well things sometimes do happen

 

ohhh and yes, genuine its just rope so will they sell the same rope as std?

 

The dealers to your right will sell it as 'Tree Motion replacement bridge' - or something like that. Go to harnesses, then spare parts / replacement parts.

[swinny]

this one seems genuine but doesn't say.....

 

https://www.gustharts.com/Products/Arborist%20Equipment/Arborist%20Climbing%20Equipment/Accessories/Product/Treemotion%20Rope%20Bridge/

 

just seen bigger pic, it seem's so..... didn't realise they were that cheap! brilliant

[WeeDee]

didn't realise they were that cheap!

 

Even cheaper before the war - two an' ha'penny!

[Ian Clarke]

it is better to replace the bridge than hit the floor via a possible multitude of branches and other items.

 

stay safe always