2023 was a great year for new products at WesSpur. We added new products big and small, and saw the return of some old favorites that had been unavailable. This lists the new tree gear we brought on this year, organized by category.
Ascenders & Rope Grabs
Glide Rope Grab by Notch
Wraptor by Ropetek by Rope Tek
The Wraptor powered ascender came back into production after being unavailable for some time.
Turbolock by CAMP by CAMP
Bagss & Storage
Arborist Rope Bag - Yale Logo by WesSpur
We worked with Yale cordage to make a branded version of our medium rope bag for purchase or even free with Yale ropes.
Bucket 30 L by Petzl
Bucket 45 L by Petzl
Throwline Pop Box by Notch
There are many folding throw line cubes out there, but the Pop Box brought a fresh new take.
Toolbag 1.5 L by Petzl
Toolbag 3 L by Petzl
Toolbag 6 L by Petzl
Blocks & Pulleys
Pro Traxion by Petzl
Mini Traxion by Petzl
Revolution FR Pulley by Conterra
Haulerbiner Compact Rescue Kit by ISC
Wingman by Harken by Harken
Books & Learning
Gransfors Coffee Table Book by Granfors Bruks
Best Practices for Safety in Arboriculture by TCIA
ARB Climber Issue 22 by Arb Climber
ARB Climber Issue 23 by Arb Climber
Carabiners & Connectors
Enigma by CAMP
Mini-Oval Screwgate by Climb Right
Micro 900 Carabiner by Pro Climb
Spirit Bent-Gate by Petzl
Mino by Petzl
Mega Vault by DMM
TiRadius Titanium Rescue Swivel by Conterra
Chainsaw Maintenance
RatchetScrench by RatchetScrench
Climbing Kits
Beginner's Complete Tree Climber Kit - 2023 by WesSpur
Beginner's Spur Climbing Kit - 2023 by WesSpur
Beginner's MRS Tree Climbing Kit - 2023 by WesSpur
We upgraded all of our Beginning Climbing Kits in 2023 with Buckingham's new Buck Stability Saddle.
TCI Basic Rec Climbing Kit by TCI (Tree Climbers International)
TCI Entry Level Tree Workers Kit by TCI (Tree Climbers International)
Rope Wench Set + Yale Rope by WesSpur
Hitch Hiker Set + Yale Rope by WesSpur
Climber's Tools
Dynamic 8mm (5/16") Eye & Eye Prusik by WesSpur
Full-Reach Chainsaw Lanyard by Reecoil
Grappin by FTC
Naja Friction Saver by Petzl by Petzl
Retrieval Ball for Petzl Naja by Petzl
Interfast by Petzl
XTC Fire Lanyard - 13mm (1/2") by WesSpur
Clothing
WesSpur Logo Patch Beanie by WesSpur
WesSpur 'Tree Rings' Tee by WesSpur
WesSpur 'Tree Rings' UV Hoodie by WesSpur
Arbortec Full-Zip HD Jacket by Arbortec
HD Full-Zip, Hi-Viz Jacket by Arbortec
Fall Protection Harness
Newton MEWP Kit by Petzl
Newton Fast MEWP Kit by Petzl
Newton Easyfit MEWP Kit by Petzl
Petzl brought out three all-in-one fall protection kits to make it easy to have the needed tools on hand.
Rigging Tools
Stein RC4600 Arbor-Trolley by Stein
GRCS Winch Service Tool by Good Rigging
GRCS Stripper Arm 46st Winch by Good Rigging
DownRigger *pre-order* by Rock Exotica
SMC Origin 5 by SMC
SMC Origin 8 Rigging Plate by SMC
Focus Rigging Plate by Conterra
Standard Rigging Kit - Yale by WesSpur
Rigging Kit Plus - Yale by WesSpur
Polydyne Rigging Kit by WesSpur
We added versions of our popular rigging kits with Yale rigging lines.
Rope
Arborfreak 12mm Climbing Rope by Samson
Arborfreak Danube 12mm - 600' Reel by Samson
Arborfreak Danube 12mm - Bulk Rope by Samson
Arborfreak Pine 12mm - 600' Reel by Samson
Arborfreak Pine 12mm - Bulk Rope by Samson
Arborfreak Redwood 12mm - 600' Reel by Samson
Arborfreak Redwood 12mm - Bulk Rope by Samson
Samson replaced their legendary ArborMaster 16-Strand climbing ropes with Arborfreak. This rope has the same constrution, but a new name, branding, and colors.
Pink Moon 11.7mm - Bulk Rope by Yale
Pink Moon 11.7mm Climbing Rope by Yale
Predator Sunset 11.4mm - Bulk Rope by Samson
Predator Sunset 11.4mm Climbing Rope by Samson
Predator Sunset is an arb version of the very popular Predator 11.4mm climbing rope. This bright color makes it suitable now for arborists.
Prism 11.7mm - Bulk Rope by Yale
Prism 11.7mm Climbing Rope by Yale
Tango StatX 11.5mm - Bulk Rope by Drayer
Tango StatX 11.5mm Climbing Rope by Drayer
Stable Braid SamsonDry 12mm (1/2") - Bulk Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry 12mm (1/2") Rigging Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry 18mm (3/4") - Bulk Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry 18mm (3/4") Rigging Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry 16mm (5/8") - Bulk Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry 16mm (5/8") Rigging Rope by Samson
Stable Braid SamsonDry is a specially coated version of our most popular tree rigging rope. The SamsonDry treatment prevents up to 95% of water uptake, keeping this rope lighter, safer, and easier to handle when working in bad weather.
Yalex 13mm (1/2") by Yale
Yalex 25mm (1") by Yale
Yalex 19mm (3/4") by Yale
Yalex 10mm (3/8") by Yale
Yalex 16mm (5/8") by Yale
We brought on Yalex from Yale Cordage to be another option for making tree rigging slings. This 12-strand hollow braid is eeasy to splice and performs great in slings.
Safety Gear
StretchFlex Ice Grip Gloves by Pfanner
Stretchflex Fine Grip Gloves by Pfanner
TreeCREW Saw Pants by Clogger by Clogger
Clogger brought out the TreeCrew Pants to put top-quality saw protection in reach of everyone. With a no-frills approach, the TreeCREW saw pants don't compromise on safety, but come in at a more affordable price point.
Wildfire FR Chaps by Clogger
Class 2 Hi-Viz Safety VestSafety Gear by ERB
Spur Climbers
Distel Aluminum Climbers by Distel
Distel Aluminum Climbers - DMM by Distel
Distel Carbon Fiber Climbers by Distel
Distel makes the original lightweight climbers, and we are thrilled to offer them at WesSpur. These climbers are made in Germany to exacting standards. The quality and design of Distels is outstanding, and we are glad to be offer them.
Distel Pads with Ring and Straps by Distel
Distel Pole Gaffs by Distel
Distel Tree Gaffs by Distel
Distel Heidelberg Gaffs by Distel
Distel Ring for Straps by Distel
Distel Classic Lower Straps by Distel
Distel Velcro Lower Straps by Distel
Distel Gaff Protectors by Distel
Distel Lower Straps with Click Buckles by Distel
Distel Pads with Straps and Click Buckles by Distel
ArborAir Wrap Pad by Buckingham
ArborAir Tree Climber Kit by Buckingham
Swag
WesSpur 2024 Calendar by WesSpur
We had great participation in our calendar contest and it resulted in a great 2024 WesSpur calendar. This calendar is free in any order while supplies last.
Arb Fiction Stickers Volume 7 by Arb Fiction
Arb Fiction Stickers Volume 8 by Arb Fiction
Arb Fiction Stickers Volume 9 by Arb Fiction
Dog Leash - 1" Webbing by WesSpur
Throw Line
Throw Line Kit by WesSpur
Throw Line Kit with Friction Saver by WesSpur
Basic Throw Line Kit by WesSpur
Long Shot 1.8mm Throw Line by Yale