Retrieval Link for Ring-to-Ring Rigging Sling (Small)

This retrieval link for ring-to-ring rigging sling setups is an add-on that makes a small-ring sling easier to pull out of the tree from the ground. It attaches near the small ring so a pull line can bring the sling back down cleanly.

Why a retrieval link

Ring-to-ring slings make clean anchor points for rigging and climbing, but getting them out of the tree after the job can mean climbing back up. A retrieval link gives you a way to pull the sling free with a pull line, so it comes out through the large ring and drops to the ground.

It is the kind of small part that saves time at the end of every job. See our other friction savers and ring-to-ring options to build a complete retrievable setup.

Before you rely on it, practice the retrieval on a low limb so you know how the sling and link behave when pulled. A sling that jams in a tight crotch can be harder to free than one set on an open limb, so choose your anchor with retrieval in mind.

Using it correctly

Make sure the link fits the small ring of your sling and follow the instructions for how it should be attached and pulled. It is a retrieval aid, not part of the load path, so do not rig, climb or lower off it.

Rigging and climbing anchors are critical gear: they must meet the applicable standard, be inspected before use and be set by trained crew working within ANSI Z133. Check the link for wear and retire it if it is damaged.