Shembiner XLS Chainsaw Hook

The Shembiner XLS chainsaw hook gives a climbing saw a dedicated place to hang on your saddle, so you can clip it off quickly between cuts. The XLS is the larger version, with room for bigger saw lanyard rings and handles.

Giving the saw its own spot

A top-handle saw is the heaviest thing most climbers carry, and hanging it on a general gear loop is awkward and hard on the loop. A saw hook like the Shembiner gives it a dedicated, easy-to-reach spot, so you can let go of the saw and grab your hand saw or rope without fumbling.

The XLS size suits larger saw lanyard rings and handles. Compare other saddle storage if you need a smaller hook or a different mount.

Setup and safety

Mount it where the saw hangs away from your climbing system and lanyard and does not swing into your legs. Always keep the saw on a saw lanyard as well, so a missed clip does not send it to the ground.

Climbers who run a saw most of the day often say a proper saw hook is one of the cheapest upgrades to their setup. It saves time on every cut, keeps the saw from dangling into the climbing system, and takes the strain off the gear loops. Practice clipping and unclipping it at ground level so the motion is automatic before you are holding a running saw aloft.

A saw hook is a storage accessory. Never use it for life support or rigging. Inspect it for cracks and wear, follow ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions, and use a chainsaw aloft only with training.