Double-Headed Rigging Sling, 5/8 in x 15 ft

This double-headed rigging sling is 15 ft of 5/8 in rope with a spliced eye at both ends, long enough to wrap a large trunk several times or set a block on a wide stem. It is a go-to choice when a short ring sling will not reach around.

Rigging with a long two-eye sling

A double eye sling is the flexible option in a rigging kit. On a big trunk you can wrap it several times and girth the eyes together, which spreads the load and keeps the sling from sliding down the stem. Clip a block between the eyes, or set a lowering device on the base of the tree.

Fifteen feet gives you room to work around wide stems and odd unions where a short ring sling simply will not reach. The 5/8 in diameter suits removals and heavier wood rather than light pruning work. It is also handy as a temporary anchor for a lowering device at the base when the trunk is too wide for a short strap.

Setup, care, and when to retire it

Keep the eyes clean and free of twists when you clip them so the load sits evenly. If you need a shorter or ring-ended option for small stems, look through the other heavy-duty rigging slings.

Inspect the full length before each job for cuts, chainsaw nicks, melted spots, and pulled strands, paying close attention to the splices. Store it dry and out of the sun. Rig only within the rated strength of every component in the system, inspect gear before each job, and make sure the crew is trained in rigging practice under ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions.