This durable nylon webbing friction saver from Buckingham minimizes friction. It also eliminates sharp bends in your climbing line, making tree climbing a lot easier. The friction saver reduces premature wear on your climbing line and eliminates damage to tree limbs caused by excess friction. It offers minimal friction when working from different positions in the tree and can be wrapped around a stem for use as a false crotch where no natural crotch exists. It also aids in keeping slack out of your line for added safety during your ascent.