Tree Surgery Climbing spikes are used for gaining access, movement and positioning where the climber needs to maintain a secure, mobile connection with the stem. This is most advantageous when working on featureless, vertical or near-vertical stems. Spiking is not a stand-alone technique and should be utilised by trained arborists and professionals only. Climbing Spikes or “spurs” can vary in form manufactured from Steel, aluminium or even carbon fibre. We offer a wide range of manufacturers such as Distel, Stein, Bashlin and many more. Shop for your tree climbing spikes here online, then browse our climbing equipment, lowering, and rigging essentials online.
Here at Gustharts we supply wide range of tree climbing spikes from leading manufacturers such as Bashlin, Distel, Stein and Treehog. Tree irons are strapped onto arborist climber’s lower leg which includes spurs that protrude from the instep of the foot. Spurs can also be known as gaffs and are used to dig into trees to offer support for the climber. Spikes should only be used by trained arborists. To ensure care for trees cambium, we advise you only use climbing spikes on trees that are to be cut down as they can damage the cells inside within the trunk.
Arborist irons help arborists ascend by digging their spikes into the bark of a tree and they can be used to keep you stable and secure while working. At Gustharts we supply arborist spikes and spike spares. As spikes can be worn down when used frequently, it’s always advised that you have spares available in your kit. Climbing a tree using spikes has been done for many years and technique hasn’t changed, however this way of climbing a tree must be done by highly trained professionals as it can be a dangerous manoeuvre if done wrong. Here at Gustharts we supply a wide range of climbing irons, giving climbers more choice as to which spikes will fit the best for whatever the job maybe.
Our range of climbing spikes are ideal for arborists wanting to scale a tree that is going to be cut down. As this is one of the oldest tree ascending techniques around it has to be done safely and correctly. Our arborist climbing irons come in a range of shapes and sizes allowing climbers find the right pair that will fit them correctly and will ensure a comfortable climb.
Here at Gustharts we have a highly qualified team of climbers to offer you guidance or answer any questions you may have regarding our range of climbing irons. They can help you find the best climbing equipment for your needs.
