Professional arborist ascenders and descenders for safe and controlled tree climbing.
Mechanical climbing devices designed for SRT and DRT systems.
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Our selection of arborist ascenders and descenders includes advanced mechanical climbing devices suitable for both Single Rope Technique (SRT) and Doubled Rope Technique (DRT). Designed for smooth rope engagement, precise control and durability, these devices support efficient canopy access and controlled descent.
We supply certified climbing hardware from leading professional brands, compatible with modern arborist ropes and mechanical systems. Whether using mechanical ascenders, friction devices or hybrid climbing tools, reliability and safety remain essential.
Gardenforst ships professional climbing devices across Europe and the UK, offering fast dispatch from our EU warehouse and technical support for system compatibility.
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ART BlackBird
BlackBird ART locking device for DRT/SRT use. Ambidextrous, with interchangeable jaws for ropes Ø 11.2-13 mm. Certified for 2-person rescue. 7-year life span. Weight 609 g. Quality and safety made in Germany.
PRE-ORDER – AVAILABILITY JUNE/JULY 2025
ART Positioner 2 Mechanical Rope Controller
ART Positioner 2 — mechanical rope controller for positioning lanyards. 175 g, Ø 11–13 mm, 24 kN, one-hand under-load operation, swivel attachment. CE EN 567.
Art Spiderjack 2.1 Dyneema Descender Ascender
ART Spiderjack 2.1 Dyneema — billet-machined aluminum DRT descender/ascender. 280 g, Ø 11–13 mm, 28 kN breaking load. EN 358 certified. Very smooth and fast rope movement.
Art Spiderjack 2.1 Replacement Cam
ART Spiderjack 2.1 Replacement Cam — official spare cam for ART Spiderjack 2.1 Dyneema. Aluminum, 11–13 mm rope compatibility. Maintains device performance without full replacement.
Art Spiderjack 3 Descender Ascender
ART Spiderjack 3 — multifunctional DRT descender/ascender with safety lock and swivel system. 511 g, 200 kg capacity, 22 kN breaking load. Cam A (11–12 mm) / Cam B (12–14 mm). EN 358 certified.
Buckingham THROTTLE™
Buckingham THROTTLE™, modular mid-line ascender for 11-13 mm ropes, 535 g, quick transition between SRS and MRS, US safety certification.
⚠️ Important Note: This device is certified only to the US ANSI Z359.9-2021 Type 4 standard and does not have CE certification. Therefore, it is not allowed to be used in a working environment according to current European regulations. The purchaser assumes all liability related to the use of the product in non-EU compliant contexts.
CAM ART POSITIONER
CAM ART POSITIONER TECHNICAL DATA. Manufacturer: ART Pattern: Cam POSITIONER BASIC AND POSITIONER 2 String diameter: 11 to 13 mm Material: Aluminum
Camp Druid Descender
Camp Druid descender — self-braking with patented anti-panic lever. 280 g, 10–11 mm rope. Forged aluminum, microcast stainless cam. CE EN 12841/C, EN 341/2A, EN 15151-1.
Camp Druid Pro Descender
Camp Druid Pro descender — self-braking without anti-panic lever, for experienced users. 280 g, 10–11 mm rope. Forged aluminum, microcast stainless cam. CE EN 12841/C, EN 341/2A, EN 15151-1.
Camp Goblin Fall Arrester
Camp Goblin fall arrester — mechanical rope fall arrester with button-activated blocker mode. 280 g, 10–11 mm semi-static rope. CE EN 12841/A-B, EN 353/2, ANSI Z359.1. Minimal rope wear on arrest.
Camp Goblin Fall Arrester Kit With Carabiner
Camp Goblin fall arrester kit with carabiner — complete kit with Goblin fall arrester and oval carbon steel screw-lock carabiner. 460 g, 10–11 mm. CE EN 12841/A-B, EN 353/2, ANSI. Button-activated blocker mode.
Camp Goblin Fall Arrester Kit with Lanyard
Camp Goblin Fall Arrester Kit with Lanyard — complete kit with Goblin fall arrester, polyester webbing lanyard (26 or 40 cm), and choice of 981 or 1455 connector. For 10–11 mm semi-static ropes. CE EN 12841/A-B certified.
Camp Lift Hand Blocker Ascender
Camp Lift hand blocker ascender — compact 95 g aluminum alloy rope ascender. Fits 8–13 mm rope. CE EN 12841/B, EN 567. 3-year warranty.
Camp Solo 2 Hand Blocker Ascender
Camp Solo 2 hand blocker — ultra-light 95 g aluminum ascender with microcast stainless cam. 10–13 mm rope, 140 kg max. CE EN 12841/B, EN 567, UIAA. 3-year warranty.
Camp Turbochest Ventral Blocker
Camp Turbochest ventral blocker — 110 g chest ascender with integrated low-friction pulley system. 10–13 mm rope, max 120 kg. CE EN 12841/B, UIAA. 3-year warranty.
Camp Turbofoot Evo Foot Blocker
Camp Turbofoot Evo Foot Blocker — high-efficiency foot ascender with integrated low-friction pulley system. Cam retention lever, 3.5 mm aluminum frame, 135 g. Right and left foot versions. Fits 8–13 mm rope.
Camp Turbohand Climbing Handle Ascender
Camp Turbohand handle ascender — updated climbing handle with integrated pulley, soft-grip extended handle, aluminum body and stainless steel cam. 185 g, 8–13 mm rope. CE EN 12841/B. Right and left hand versions.
CT Quick Step-A Foot Blocker
CT Quick Step-A foot blocker — fully integrated self-cleaning cam, 165 g. Compatible with HAAS Velox for Rope Walking. Right and left foot versions. Reliable on frozen and muddy ropes.
Dmm Hitch Climber Set
DMM Hitch Climber Set — complete friction hitch pulley system including DMM Hitch Climber pulley, 8 mm Prusik lanyard (100 cm), and 2× Petzl OK oval carabiners. Ready to use for SRT and DRT tree climbing.
Dmm Tendon
DMM TENDON The DMM Tendon is a versatile and indispensable tool for rope climbers, optimizing ascents through the use of a high-performance elastic lanyard that extends along the waist. This system provides greater elasticity and consistent tension, ensuring a smoother … Read More
Edelrid Foot Cruiser Foot Blocker
Edelrid Foot Cruiser foot blocker — innovative foot ascender with removable handle operable with the feet. 8–13 mm rope compatibility. Right and left foot versions.
FTC FREEXION
FTC FREEXION PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES FTC Freexion single rope handling (SRT) system. Compatible with 11.5 to 12.5 mm ropes EN 1891 Type A, recommend use with ropes FTC Argiope. Aluminum and steel system, polyester and dyneema tether. Three different … Read More
HAAS VELOX CLIP’N STEP
HAAS VELOX CLIP’N STEP
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES
The system HAAS VELOX CLIP’N STEP differs from the HAAS VELOX solely by the type of attachment to the shoe.
The attachment to the tree climbing shoe is done by inserting a connector at the end of the HAAS system and then inserted into the webbing in the shoe.
This ascent system is recommended for those practicing the SRT technique.
The rubber band attached to the system is long enough to make very large movements.
Coupled with a foot blocker placed in the other leg it becomes a very quick ascent system.
TECHNICAL DATA.
Manufacturer: WEAVER ARBORIST
Model: HAAS® CLIP’N STEP
Haas Velox Srt Ascent System
HAAS Velox SRT ascent system — rope walking knee-level blocker. Universal length, elastic band for fluid movement, integrates with climbing shoe and harness bridge. Pairs with foot blocker for bilateral rope walking.
Harken Ninja Foot Ascender 2.0 – Dual-Cam Rope Ascender
Salipiedi Harken Ninja 2.0 con meccanismo a doppia camma. Design ambidestro, adatto a corde da 8 a 13 mm. Ideale per arboricoltori e tecnici specializzati in lavori in quota.
Harken Ninja Foot Blocker
Harken Ninja foot blocker — dual-cam design, rope-friendly (no sharp teeth), 178 g, 8–13 mm rope, 1.5 kN max. Ambidextrous – fits either foot.
Isc Apex Chipmunk Flex Tether Kit
ISC KT305A2 Kit – APEX Wrench + Chipmunk FLEX Tether + KL100 Karabiner + 10 mm Friction Cord.Complete, compact mechanical SRT system.
ISC APEX Rope Wrench
ISC APEX Rope Wrench PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES After the launch of the first Rope Wrench in 2013, it gets a makeover with the new Apex. Equipped with adjustable cam to change the level of friction. Up to 4 levels … Read More
ISC Chipmunk FLEX Tether
ISC Chipmunk FLEX Tether 9” with KL100 Karabiner + 10 mm Friction Cord. Compact and rigid SRT tether for improved efficiency and system stability.
Isc D4 Descender
ISC D4 descender — 360° rotating handle with audible click positions, 240 kg capacity (two-person rescue), anti-panic system. 655 g, 10.5–11.5 mm rope. EN 12841, ANSI Z359, NFPA 1983 certified.
Isc D5 Descender
ISC D5 descender — auto-locking on handle release, double safety system, anti-panic function, stainless steel cam. 240 kg capacity, 12.7 mm rope. EN 12841/C, NFPA, ANSI certified.
ISC REFLEX
ISC Reflex Mechanical Hitch – Mid-Line Attachable Device The Reflex Mechanical Hitch is a mid-line attachable friction device designed to offer precise control and smooth descent in both SRT and MRS climbing systems.No more pulling the entire length of rope … Read More
ISC Rope Wrench Double Tether (Twin Tether)
ISC Rope Wrench Double Tether — twin tether SRT rope wrench promoting lower sheave symmetry. 24 kN, 203 g, 27 cm tether. CE EN 12278. Available in Red and Purple. Pairs with PHLOTICH or Hitch Climber pulley.
ISC SQUIRREL
ISC SQUIRREL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES ISC Squirrel is the new tether concept for the Rope Wrench. Completely made of lightweight aluminum, pre-assembled together with the Isc Phlotich pulley. Due to the use of aluminum, system torsions are minimized. The … Read More
ISC TETHER ROPE WRENCH
ISC TETHER ROPE WRENCH PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES Replacement Tether Rope Wrench From ISC, with double slot. Made of 100% Technora, exposed seams and transparent sheathing for piece inspection. TECHNICAL DATA. Manufacturer: ISC Wales Model: Twin Leg Tether Length: 315 … Read More
Knee Ascent GF
KNEE ASCENT GF PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND USES This Knee Ascent GF rope ascent system is designed to practice rope walking technique with great ease. Used as a blocker the TurboChest from Camp, one of the best in performance. The bracket … Read More
Kong Back-Up Fall Arrester
Kong Back-Up fall arrester — Italian one-hand mobile fall arrest device. 205 g, 10–12 mm rope. Converts to positioner or blocker via lever. CE EN 353-2, EN 358, EN 567, EN 12841 A/B.
Kong Futura Foot Blocker
Kong Futura Foot Blocker — ultra-compact Italian-made foot ascender. Anti-twist bracket, connector hole for cam lock, fits 8–12 mm rope. Available in right and left foot. Pairs with Kong Lift or Trender handle ascender.
Kong Futura Hand Ascender
Kong Futura Hand ascender — patented 125 g Italian-made hand blocker with forward-grip design and anti-tilt cam. EN 567, EN 12841/B, UIAA certified. Right and left hand. 30% ascent efficiency improvement vs conventional ascenders.
Kong Indy Evo Descender
Kong Indy Evo descender — patented Italian auto-locking descender. 450 g, 10–12 mm rope. Stainless steel cams, two-person rescue rated. CE EN 341, EN 12841/C, NFPA-L certified.
