{"product_id":"wild-country-ropeman-1-ascender","title":"Wild Country Climbing Gear - Ropeman 1 Ascender","description":"\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWild Country Ropeman 1 Ascender\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact rope-adjustment device that has become a go-to upgrade for saddle hunters who want fast, one-handed adjustment of a compatible tree tether or lineman’s belt. The alloy cam keeps weight down, while the sprung sideplates make the device simple to place on the rope and the flat cam profile makes adjustment and release easy under light load. James River Archery stocks the Ropeman 1 in \u003cstrong\u003eOrange\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor saddle hunting, the Ropeman 1 is especially useful on a lineman’s belt, where quick rope adjustment can make climbing and positioning around the tree more efficient. It can also be used on a compatible tree tether. The Ropeman 1 is designed for \u003cstrong\u003e10–13mm rope\u003c\/strong\u003e, so rope diameter and compatibility should always be verified before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBUILT FOR SADDLE HUNTING ROPE ADJUSTMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traditional friction hitch can require two hands or extra manipulation to adjust. When correctly installed on compatible rope, the Ropeman 1 gives saddle hunters a compact mechanical adjustment point for taking in or paying out rope on a tether or lineman’s belt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHTWEIGHT ALLOY CAM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ropeman 1 uses an alloy cam to keep the device compact and lightweight. Hot-forged sideplates increase strength while maintaining a small profile that adds very little bulk to a mobile saddle hunting setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10–13MM ROPE COMPATIBILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ropeman 1 is specified for use with \u003cstrong\u003e10mm to 13mm rope\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it well suited to many traditional saddle hunting tether and lineman rope systems, but it is not intended for smaller 8mm ropes. Hunters using an 8mm rope system should consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wild-country-ropeman-4-ascender\"\u003eRopeman 4 Ascender\u003c\/a\u003e, which supports an 8–13mm rope range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact mechanical rope ascender for saddle hunting applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for compatible tree tether and lineman’s belt adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-forged sideplates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight alloy cam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-strength stainless steel axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel cable leash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat cam profile for easier release under light load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 10–13mm rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested to EN 567 standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor - Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand - Wild Country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel - Ropeman 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Type - Rope Ascender \/ Rope Adjustment Device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle Hunting Use - Tree tether and lineman’s belt adjustment on compatible systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRope Diameter - 10–13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCam - Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSideplates - Hot forged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAxle - High-strength stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard - EN 567\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight - Approximately 2 oz \/ 62g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor - Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Ropeman 1 used for in saddle hunting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ropeman 1 is commonly used as an adjustable connection on a compatible saddle hunting lineman’s belt or tree tether. It gives the hunter a compact mechanical way to adjust rope position while climbing or positioning in the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat rope size works with the Ropeman 1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wild Country Ropeman 1 is specified for 10–13mm rope. Always verify the specifications and compatibility of the complete rope system before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use a Ropeman 1 on 8mm saddle hunting rope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Ropeman 1 is specified for 10–13mm rope. For compatible 8mm saddle hunting rope systems, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/wild-country-ropeman-4-ascender\"\u003eRopeman 4\u003c\/a\u003e supports rope diameters from 8–13mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Ropeman 1 be used on a lineman’s belt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, when the lineman’s rope and complete system are compatible with the Ropeman 1. Its quick adjustment is particularly useful while climbing and repositioning a lineman’s belt around the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Ropeman 1 be used on a tree tether?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, on a compatible tether system. The Ropeman 1 is widely used in saddle hunting for tether and lineman rope adjustment, but it must be used according to the manufacturer’s instructions and within its specified rope range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Ropeman 1 a fall-arrest device?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Wild Country specifically warns that the Ropeman 1 is not a fall-arrest device and that slack should never be allowed in the rope when it is being used. Follow all manufacturer instructions and use only as part of a compatible saddle hunting system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"text-md leading-[24px] font-regular pt-[9px] pb-0.5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trophyline-tree-saddle\"\u003esaddle hunting gear and tree saddle accessories\u003c\/a\u003e at James River Archery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wild Country Climbing Gear","offers":[{"title":"Orange","offer_id":43298378973393,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/5731\/2977\/files\/Wild-Country-Ropeman-1-ascender-1.png?v=1788895168","url":"https:\/\/jamesriverarchery.com\/products\/wild-country-ropeman-1-ascender","provider":"James River Archery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}