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9/16" Dead Eye Rigging Sling
A 9/16-inch rope sling with a spliced eye for setting rigging points.
Typical $49
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3/4 in Bull Rope Rigging Sling
Heavy spliced bull rope sling for setting blocks and choking big wood on removals.
$85
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- 3/4 in bull rope construction for heavy rigging
- Spliced eye for clean choker or basket hitches
- Pairs with large rigging blocks and lowering devices
- Rope sling is lighter and kinder to bark than chain
- Easy to inspect along its whole length
A 3/4 in bull rope rigging sling is the workhorse for hanging a block or choking a heavy pick on large removals. Bull rope construction gives it the strength and some of the stretch you want when wood is being let run and caught.
Where a 3/4 in sling earns its place
When the wood gets big, the sling holding the rigging block is the piece everything hangs on. A 3/4 in bull rope sling has the bulk and strength to anchor a large block on a spar, or to choke a long top that will be lowered on a heavy line. The spliced eye lets you girth hitch it around the stem, or run a choker so the sling cinches as load comes on.
Rope slings grip bark well, pack down in a gear bag, and do not chew up the tree the way chain can. They also let you see and feel damage as you coil them. Browse the full heavy-duty slings range to match sling size to your block and rigging line.
Inspection and limits
Check the eye splice and the whole body for cuts, pulled strands, glazing from friction, and hard or crunchy spots. Chainsaw nicks are the most common damage, so keep slings clear of the cut. Rigging gear takes shock loads that can far exceed the weight of the piece, so size slings with a generous working load margin, inspect before every use, and retire any sling that is cut, glazed, melted or crushed. Rigging should be planned and run by trained crews working to ANSI Z133.
Store slings dry and out of sun, and keep them away from bar oil and fuel, which weaken fibers over time.
| Diameter | 3/4 in |
|---|---|
| Construction | Bull rope, spliced eye |
| Typical use | Block slings, chokers on heavy picks |
Specs are from the manufacturer's published figures where available. Confirm against the product listing before you buy.
Questions about the 3/4 in Bull Rope Rigging Sling
Is a 3/4 in sling overkill for most removals?
For limbing and small pieces, yes. It is meant for heavy blocking down and large tops, where a lighter sling would have too little margin.
Can I use a bull rope sling as a choker?
Yes. Run the tail through the eye so it cinches on the stem, and make sure the hitch sits where it cannot slide off the end of the piece.
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