Yale Buzz Line Climbing Rope

Yale Buzz Line is a 12-strand climbing rope from Yale Cordage for arborists who want a simple, spliceable line for everyday tree work. It suits climbers who prefer traditional hitch climbing on a doubled rope.

How Buzz Line climbs

A 12-strand braid has no separate cover, so there is nothing to slip, and it is straightforward to splice an eye or inspect along its length. That makes it a practical line for climbers who want something simple and durable.

Pair it with a hitch cord that grips well on its diameter and test the hitch close to the ground before you climb. If you plan to use it on SRS, check the device maker's approved rope list first, since many devices are built around specific diameters and constructions.

A plain, spliceable 12-strand line is also easy to live with on the job. You can see damage clearly along the braid, and there is no cover to milk or bunch up after a season of hard use.

Choosing length and caring for it

Pick a length that covers twice the height of your typical tie-in for MRS, or the full height plus tail for SRS. Compare similar lines in climbing rope.

Keep the rope in a bag, away from fuel, bar oil, and sunlight, and run it through your hands before each climb looking for cuts, glazing, and flat or stiff spots. Life-support gear must meet the applicable standard (ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions), be inspected before every use, and be used only by trained climbers.