Ropeman1 for me for both the linesman belt and tether. No prusik backup on either moment but I do put a loose knot in the tether just below the ropeman once I am tethered in.
I have, and have used the Ropeman 1 and 2, the Kong Duck, and CT Roll-n-lock. All work well, but I think the CT is the smoothest. I have switched to Oplux for my tether, but use a schwabisch hitch of Sterling TRC (?) with tender, since it doesn't adjust as often as a line man's rope. I use a mechanical ascender of one sort or another on line man's rope, depending on rope size.
I use 8mm prusik cord. I prefer rope over metal wherever I can. If your prusik won't slide well, and it bites down too hard to adjust easy, research different "FRICTION HITCH"es. Prusik is 1 of many different types of friction hitches that can be tied and is the basic one.
Gator down in Florida said he was using a tender and also loves it ... I will be trying it out because I like to try different things and remain safe .. thanks for ur comments..
its an awesome ultralight pulley and rope clamp designed for work, rope climbing maneuvers. I also like that the rope does not sit against the carabiner it's against the aluminum within the CT Rollnlock
Ropeman on the lineman’s belt, and Prusik on my back tether. (I never liked the feel of the ropeman between my back and the tree). That rope is a dream and I’m bummed that I just missed a little sale on it. I was planning to get the Kong with it, but not sure what the difference is with the one you got.
i'm waiting on my Kong's to get here so I can actually see it and play with it... It was my understanding when I was looking at both to get the KN rating the Kong has u have to run the rope through the carabiner... I want to actually see it in my hand to see what they are referring to... the other nice thing about the CT rollnlock it is so light and it can also double as a pulley if needed...it locks open...really nice... I like that the Rope does not rest up against the carabiner but the unit itself.
Mark Dohring I have been doing some research on this topic, and this was the best video explanation I found on it th-cam.com/video/cLvNj_0imSE/w-d-xo.html
I'm currently using a Ropeman 1 on my Trophyline tether and lineman's belt. I typically use an autoblock attached to my lineman loop for backup. I'll be switching to 8mm Resc Tech next year so looking at a Kong Duck or possibly looking at an ATC with autoblock backup. After this video, I may have to take a closer look at the CT Roll-N-Lock.
Love your videos. I also have the Wild Country Ropeman 1, and the CT Rollnlock. I wanted the pullstring as well. I used 1/8 amsteel for mine. I did a continuous loop to form mine. Then did a lock stitch in the middle to form that figure 8 shape. Nothing wrong with the wire cable at all, but I do prefer the amsteel over the wire on my wild country ropeman. Just a idea for anyone who has any 7/64 or 1/8 dyneema (amsteel).
Im using the rope ropeman 1 on the oplux kit from wild edge i known it says 10 to 13mm but long as i use a larger diameter carabiner it still works the same as with the predator rope
Mark, have you looked into the Wild Edge KISS line system? I run the Sterling Oplux myself (LOVE IT!) and have ordered their 6mm continuous loop and their poor mans aider in order to make the KISS system. I see a lot of benefits in the KISS system in terms of weight, ease of use and quiteness. Personally I used the ropeman 1 all season last year with the 8mm Oplux (as did a lot of others) with no issues, however I know it's technically not rated for that.
Curious how you are liking the WE KISS systems? I have only used it a few times but have had difficulty getting the prusik to break free, even with the tender it is really hard to budge it.
@@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors I ordered one ct and I think I’ll end up with another. I’ve been watching your videos and trust your opinions, loving the beast sticks and eberlestock x2 . I just can’t decide if I want to buy a bigger platform or run the predator......🤔
I used PETZL CROLL is Good to Climb I can used many size ropes in my Aerohunter Flex. But little heavy and I want to change to CT ROLL-N-LOCK . Where do you Buy this product..??
The weird thing about this unit is the wide price variance on the web.... I've seen them from 50.00 to 100.00. I got mine from Trekkinn but it took a long time.. the best price I saw recently was at Bartlettman.com. (Arborist supply place) only 50.00 there.
I really like how easily the 8mm rope pull thru the CT Roll n Lock... with the thick rope going thru my ropeman 1 sometimes its a little tight. This rolls so easy.
Hey Mark! Thanks for the video! I did have a question, why did you put it through the hole, and not around the pin that is above the teeth? Would the steel cable get in the way of the rope if it were there? Thanks
I'm using an Oplux as my tether with the WEI prusik that fits it well. Then I have a carabiner attached to the prusik. I don't move my prusik so I tied a loop in the Oplux which the prusik pulls tight against. I attach my carabiner 2 another Oplux which is attached 2 my saddle. I climb the 🌳 with a 14mm Predator rope & that attaches with a carabiner to my Predator linemans rope which came with my Predator flex saddle.
i guess u could do anything... just referring to what the specs say of 10-13mm, The nice thing about the CT the rope does not jamb against the carabiner.
Do you find that the prusik backup affects the usability of the roll n lock or ropeman1 in any way? I’ll check out the next video to see them in action.
I'm waiting on my Kong to get here... but it is my understanding that in order to get the KN it is rated for the rope could go thru the carabiner which many people do not do... but I actually want to have one in my hand to review and see what they are talking about...Once I get them I will look at them myself to see what they are referring to...
The CT rollnlock is a much stronger rated ascender. There is a guy on youtube that does a comparison of the two. I use a CT rollnlock as well and I love mine.
Like you said, the likelihood of a failure is almost non-existent, in fact I think there's a better chance of a deer climbing up your tree and biting you in the ars lol. I cant remember if I said it in another video but after hooking up the Prusik tenders, the knots are pretty smooth to operate but a mechanical device is like butter so I'll be adding one (probably the Kong Duck) to my lineman rope and using a VT knot on my tether, just have to add a eye to eye 6mm prussic cord and a micro pulley (like 30 bucks) and that VT knot is so much better than a Prusik IMO.
Hello Mark. I see you initially went through both holes on the CT Rollnlock but the final had only going through one hole for the pull cable. Was it better with one hole?
Im arborist just bought ropeman 1 and 4 for something else...i use ct rolling lock for adjustable bridges on my arborist saddles. Check out my buddy Richard Mumford channel he does extensive testing on the ct rolling lock...much stronger than its advertised...however not rated for ansi or osha in arborist work
I really want to do this rope/device upgrade. Looks so nice and compact. I currently use the Ropeman 1 and Tethrd ropes.
I'll be able to go to one pouch and still have a little room in the top... so nice... I even have a back up prusik for safety...
Ropeman1 for me for both the linesman belt and tether. No prusik backup on either moment but I do put a loose knot in the tether just below the ropeman once I am tethered in.
I have, and have used the Ropeman 1 and 2, the Kong Duck, and CT Roll-n-lock. All work well, but I think the CT is the smoothest. I have switched to Oplux for my tether, but use a schwabisch hitch of Sterling TRC (?) with tender, since it doesn't adjust as often as a line man's rope. I use a mechanical ascender of one sort or another on line man's rope, depending on rope size.
I have a roll and lock and I'm thinking about geting 2 more to hold a petzl roller coaster hopefully I can order them 3 next month
Good video! I tied a piece of paracord to my rollnlock and accomplished the same thing. Works great!
Absolutely... one I did thru both holes the other I just went thru one of the holes .. works awesome
@@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors do find that the paracord or the cable wants to get pulled back into the locking mechanism?
Im looking at changing ropes myself. I use ropeman 1 on lineman’s rope only. I don’t move my prusik very often on my teather.
I use 8mm prusik cord. I prefer rope over metal wherever I can. If your prusik won't slide well, and it bites down too hard to adjust easy, research different "FRICTION HITCH"es. Prusik is 1 of many different types of friction hitches that can be tied and is the basic one.
Awesome info will look into those as well.
I love the new oplux rope and I just use a paracord tender cheap and works very well one handed operation just like the mechanical ones.
Gator down in Florida said he was using a tender and also loves it ... I will be trying it out because I like to try different things and remain safe .. thanks for ur comments..
Whays name of that wire and crimp?
I use the Ropeman 1 on both lineman and tether. I'm thinking about switching to the CT rollinlock (sp) mainly for the pulley feature.
its an awesome ultralight pulley and rope clamp designed for work, rope climbing maneuvers. I also like that the rope does not sit against the carabiner it's against the aluminum within the CT Rollnlock
Ropeman on the lineman’s belt, and Prusik on my back tether. (I never liked the feel of the ropeman between my back and the tree). That rope is a dream and I’m bummed that I just missed a little sale on it. I was planning to get the Kong with it, but not sure what the difference is with the one you got.
i'm waiting on my Kong's to get here so I can actually see it and play with it... It was my understanding when I was looking at both to get the KN rating the Kong has u have to run the rope through the carabiner... I want to actually see it in my hand to see what they are referring to... the other nice thing about the CT rollnlock it is so light and it can also double as a pulley if needed...it locks open...really nice... I like that the Rope does not rest up against the carabiner but the unit itself.
Mark Dohring I have been doing some research on this topic, and this was the best video explanation I found on it
th-cam.com/video/cLvNj_0imSE/w-d-xo.html
Ropeman 1 on both my lineman's and tether for the adjustability and quickness on Tethrd and other similarly sized ropes.
I was using just a prusik on my Tethrd... but will be using my new set up with a prusik back up.
I'm currently using a Ropeman 1 on my Trophyline tether and lineman's belt. I typically use an autoblock attached to my lineman loop for backup. I'll be switching to 8mm Resc Tech next year so looking at a Kong Duck or possibly looking at an ATC with autoblock backup. After this video, I may have to take a closer look at the CT Roll-N-Lock.
Love your videos. I also have the Wild Country Ropeman 1, and the CT Rollnlock. I wanted the pullstring as well. I used 1/8 amsteel for mine. I did a continuous loop to form mine. Then did a lock stitch in the middle to form that figure 8 shape. Nothing wrong with the wire cable at all, but I do prefer the amsteel over the wire on my wild country ropeman. Just a idea for anyone who has any 7/64 or 1/8 dyneema (amsteel).
Awesome idea ... thanks for sharing
Im using the rope ropeman 1 on the oplux kit from wild edge i known it says 10 to 13mm but long as i use a larger diameter carabiner it still works the same as with the predator rope
Also the ROPE MAN 1 I was just notified by email theres recall on them may want to check in to it.. they want me to send mine back
Mark, have you looked into the Wild Edge KISS line system? I run the Sterling Oplux myself (LOVE IT!) and have ordered their 6mm continuous loop and their poor mans aider in order to make the KISS system. I see a lot of benefits in the KISS system in terms of weight, ease of use and quiteness. Personally I used the ropeman 1 all season last year with the 8mm Oplux (as did a lot of others) with no issues, however I know it's technically not rated for that.
I have not tried the KISS line system .. looks nice and simple may have to give it a try .... I really like the oplux so light and flexible..
Curious how you are liking the WE KISS systems? I have only used it a few times but have had difficulty getting the prusik to break free, even with the tender it is really hard to budge it.
@@crossmedhunt yeah the prussic bites pretty hard. I’m considering a distel hitch or schwabisch for this very reason.
Looking for the best kind
Using ropemans on both tether and lineman’s, changing to oplux and between the king and ct.
I like the CT. to get the rating of the Kong it is my understanding that the rope needs to go through the carabiner.
@@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors I ordered one ct and I think I’ll end up with another. I’ve been watching your videos and trust your opinions, loving the beast sticks and eberlestock x2 . I just can’t decide if I want to buy a bigger platform or run the predator......🤔
I used PETZL CROLL is Good to Climb I can used many size ropes in my Aerohunter Flex. But little heavy and I want to change to CT ROLL-N-LOCK . Where do you Buy this product..??
The weird thing about this unit is the wide price variance on the web.... I've seen them from 50.00 to 100.00. I got mine from Trekkinn but it took a long time.. the best price I saw recently was at Bartlettman.com. (Arborist supply place) only 50.00 there.
@@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors ..
Thank you for your recommendation in CT ROLL-N-LOCK is the best price in the MARKET.
I make my Order. Thanks
Looking for the best one
I really like how easily the 8mm rope pull thru the CT Roll n Lock... with the thick rope going thru my ropeman 1 sometimes its a little tight. This rolls so easy.
Hey Mark! Thanks for the video! I did have a question, why did you put it through the hole, and not around the pin that is above the teeth? Would the steel cable get in the way of the rope if it were there? Thanks
I'm using an Oplux as my tether with the WEI prusik that fits it well. Then I have a carabiner attached to the prusik. I don't move my prusik so I tied a loop in the Oplux which the prusik pulls tight against. I attach my carabiner 2 another Oplux which is attached 2 my saddle. I climb the 🌳 with a 14mm Predator rope & that attaches with a carabiner to my Predator linemans rope which came with my Predator flex saddle.
The ropeman can go down to 8mm you just need to use a thicker carabiner.
i guess u could do anything... just referring to what the specs say of 10-13mm, The nice thing about the CT the rope does not jamb against the carabiner.
Do you find that the prusik backup affects the usability of the roll n lock or ropeman1 in any way? I’ll check out the next video to see them in action.
I have not yet but I want to try it on different size trees to see how the set up works...
Why did you choose the CT over the Kong? Looking at going Oplux or Canyon rope for lineman and tether and was planning on going the kong route.
I'm waiting on my Kong to get here... but it is my understanding that in order to get the KN it is rated for the rope could go thru the carabiner which many people do not do... but I actually want to have one in my hand to review and see what they are talking about...Once I get them I will look at them myself to see what they are referring to...
The CT rollnlock is a much stronger rated ascender. There is a guy on youtube that does a comparison of the two. I use a CT rollnlock as well and I love mine.
Like you said, the likelihood of a failure is almost non-existent, in fact I think there's a better chance of a deer climbing up your tree and biting you in the ars lol. I cant remember if I said it in another video but after hooking up the Prusik tenders, the knots are pretty smooth to operate but a mechanical device is like butter so I'll be adding one (probably the Kong Duck) to my lineman rope and using a VT knot on my tether, just have to add a eye to eye 6mm prussic cord and a micro pulley (like 30 bucks) and that VT knot is so much better than a Prusik IMO.
Sir how much price?
Hello Mark. I see you initially went through both holes on the CT Rollnlock but the final had only going through one hole for the pull cable. Was it better with one hole?
Does the ropeman 2 work with oplux?
Which ct rollnlock did u get?
BTW Love videos. Big thanks!
I use Ropeman 1. The Ropeman 2 chews up the rope
I agree with the ropeman 2 statement .
Im arborist just bought ropeman 1 and 4 for something else...i use ct rolling lock for adjustable bridges on my arborist saddles. Check out my buddy Richard Mumford channel he does extensive testing on the ct rolling lock...much stronger than its advertised...however not rated for ansi or osha in arborist work
Lines mans...ropem 1 11 mm....teather for dryad but use beast stand....8mm op and Kong with prusik
Have any
Dont have any
I'm using the ropeman 1 and 2 and my buddy is using kong
Dohring
Kong Duck
Mark