Tree Climber's Companion
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You always have a 14-day right of return at Arboristbutiken.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
Free shipping on all orders over 2000 SEK. Arboristbutiken uses DHL, and orders placed before 12:00 are shipped the same day. Delivery time within Sweden is usually 1-2 working days.
Size Guide
Official measurement charts for climbing harnesses, chainsaw protective trousers, shoes, gloves, and jackets. All measurements are in centimeters unless otherwise specified.
| Size | Waist Belt (cm) | Leg Loop (cm) | Body Height (cm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 65–80 | 44–59 | 160–180 | 1 935 |
| 1 | 70–93 | 47–62 | 165–185 | 1 975 |
| 2 | 83–120 | 50–65 | 175–200 | 2 075 |
Applies to Petzl AVAO & SEQUOIA. Measurements refer to body measurements, not clothing measurements.
| Size | Hip/Waist (cm) | Thigh/Leg Loop (cm) | Max User Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 69–86 | 38–57 | 150 kg |
| M | 80–105 | 42–72 | |
| L | 92–129 | 48–87 |
Applies to TreeMotion Pro X. Unisex ergonomic design. Max 150 kg including equipment.
| Size | Waist Measurement (cm) | Leg Loop (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S (Small) | 65–83 | 44–59 |
| M (Medium) | 75–102 | 47–63 |
| L (Large) | 88–123 | 51–73 |
Applies to Kinisi MAX, PRO and KEY. Side rings should be centered on the hip or slightly forward. Max 150 kg.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Regular Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 80 | 80 |
| S | 86 | 81–83 |
| M | 90 | 85–86 |
| L | 94 | 88–89 |
| XL | 98 | 86 |
| 2XL | 102 | 86 |
Class 1 chainsaw protection, Type A, 20 m/s. Slim design with 4-way stretch.
| Size | Waist Measurement (cm) | Leg Loop (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS/S | 60–80 | 40–55 |
| M/L | 75–100 | 48–65 |
| XL/XXL | 90–120 | 55–75 |
Check the manufacturer's current datasheet for model-specific measurements. General guidelines are shown above.
| Size | Waist Measurement (cm) | Leg Loop (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 62–80 | 40–56 |
| M | 76–98 | 48–64 |
| L | 88–118 | 53–72 |
Check the manufacturer's current datasheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Waist Measurement (cm) | Leg Loop (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S/M | 66–96 | 41–61 |
| L/XL | 86–121 | 51–76 |
Check the manufacturer's current datasheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Regular Leg Length (cm) | Long Leg Length (cm) | Short Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS | 74 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| XS | 80 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| S | 86 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| M | 92 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| L | 98 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| XL | 104 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| 2XL | 110 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| 3XL | 116 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
| 4XL | 122 | 80 | 87 | 75 |
Body measurements. Choose leg length (regular/long/short) separately.
| EU Size | Waist (cm) | Regular Leg Length (cm) | Long Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 74 | 80 | 88 |
| 44 | 78 | 80 | 88 |
| 46 | 82 | 82 | 90 |
| 48 | 86 | 82 | 90 |
| 50 | 90 | 82 | 90 |
| 52 | 94 | 82 | 90 |
| 54 | 98 | 83 | 90 |
| 56 | 102 | 83 | 90 |
| 58 | 108 | 83 | 90 |
| 60 | 114 | 83 | 90 |
Waist measured at the top edge of the trousers (Bundweite). Stretch-Zone provides an elastic fit.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Short Leg Length (cm) | Regular Leg Length (cm) | Long Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 63–71 | – | 79 | – |
| S | 71–87 | 74 | 79 | 84 |
| M | 81–89 | 74 | 79 | 84 |
| L | 89–97 | 74 | 79 | 84 |
| XL | 97–107 | 74 | 79 | 84 |
| XXL | 107–114 | 74 | 79 | 84 |
| 3XL | 114–122 | – | 79 | – |
| 4XL | 122–129 | – | 79 | – |
| 5XL | 129–137 | – | 79 | – |
Leg length = inseam (crotch to ankle bone). BreatheFlex Pro has a slimmer fit in the thighs and legs than standard Breatheflex.
| Size | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|
| XS | 66–74 |
| S | 74–82 |
| M | 82–90 |
| L | 90–98 |
| XL | 98–106 |
| XXL | 106–117 |
| XXXL | 117–129 |
| XXXXL | 129–141 |
Body measurements. Leg length varies per model – see product datasheet. If size differs, custom manufacturing can be ordered.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 80 | 80 |
| S | 86 | 81–83 |
| M | 90 | 85–86 |
| L | 94 | 88–89 |
| XL | 98 | 86 |
| 2XL | 102 | 86 |
Body measurements. 4-way stretch material.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Leg Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 72–80 | 78 |
| M | 80–88 | 80 |
| L | 88–96 | 82 |
| XL | 96–106 | 82 |
| XXL | 106–116 | 82 |
Check the manufacturer's current datasheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Waist (cm) | Leg length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 74–84 | 80 |
| M | 84–94 | 82 |
| L | 94–104 | 82 |
| XL | 104–114 | 82 |
| XXL | 114–124 | 82 |
Check the manufacturer's current data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| EU | UK | US | Foot Length (cm) | Foot Width (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | 3 | 4 | 24.3 | 8.4 |
| 37 | 4 | 5 | 25.0 | 8.6 |
| 38 | 5 | 6 | 25.6 | 8.7 |
| 39 | 6 | 7 | 26.3 | 8.9 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 27.0 | 9.0 |
| 41 | 7 | 8 | 27.6 | 9.2 |
| 42 | 8 | 9 | 28.3 | 9.3 |
| 43 | 9 | 10 | 29.0 | 9.5 |
| 44 | 10 | 11 | 29.6 | 9.6 |
| 45 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 30.3 | 9.8 |
| 46 | 11 | 12 | 31.0 | 9.9 |
| 47 | 12 | 13 | 31.6 | 10.1 |
| 48 | 13 | 14 | 32.3 | 10.2 |
| 49 | 14 | 15 | 33.0 | 10.4 |
Foot length: measure with even weight distribution, heel to longest toe. Choose a larger size if you are in between.
| EU | UK | US | Foot Length (cm) | Mondo Point (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 5 | 6 | 22.0 | 24.0 |
| 38.5 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 22.5 | 24.5 |
| 39 | 6 | 7 | 23.0 | 25.0 |
| 40 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 23.5 | 25.5 |
| 40.5 | 7 | 8 | 24.0 | 26.0 |
| 41 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 24.5 | 26.5 |
| 42 | 8 | 9 | 25.0 | 27.0 |
| 42.5 | 8.5 | 9.5 | 25.5 | 27.5 |
| 43 | 9 | 10 | 26.0 | 28.0 |
| 44 | 9.5 | 10.5 | 26.5 | 28.5 |
| 44.5 | 10 | 11 | 27.0 | 29.0 |
| 45 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 27.5 | 29.5 |
| 46 | 11 | 12 | 28.0 | 30.0 |
| 46.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 28.5 | 30.5 |
| 47 | 12 | 13 | 29.0 | 31.0 |
| 47.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 29.5 | 31.5 |
| 48 | 13 | 14 | 30.0 | 32.0 |
EU size may run half a size small – consider sizing up. Mondo Point = foot length + approx. 2 cm toe room.
| EU | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 37 | 22.9 |
| 38 | 23.5 |
| 39 | 24.2 |
| 39.5 | 24.7 |
| 40 | 24.9 |
| 40.5 | 25.1 |
| 41 | 25.5 |
| 42 | 26.1 |
| 42.5 | 26.4 |
| 43 | 26.7 |
| 44 | 27.4 |
| 44.5 | 27.8 |
| 45 | 28.3 |
| 45.5 | 28.8 |
| 46 | 29.3 |
| 47 | 29.7 |
| 48 | 30.2 |
| 49 | 30.8 |
ZBPK last: good heel grip, generous toe box. May fit half a size smaller than everyday shoes. Measure foot with sock on.
| EU | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 38 | 24.0 |
| 39 | 24.7 |
| 40 | 25.3 |
| 41 | 26.0 |
| 42 | 26.7 |
| 43 | 27.3 |
| 44 | 28.0 |
| 45 | 28.7 |
| 46 | 29.3 |
| 47 | 30.0 |
Standard EU → foot length conversion. Check manufacturer's data sheet for exact fit.
| Hand Size | Label | Hand Circumference (cm) | Hand Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | XS/S | 15.2 | 16.0 |
| 7 | S | 17.8 | 17.1 |
| 8 | M | 20.3 | 18.2 |
| 9 | L | 22.9 | 19.2 |
| 10 | XL | 25.4 | 20.4 |
| 11 | XXL | 27.9 | 21.5 |
| 12 | 3XL | 30.4 | >21.5 |
According to EN ISO 21420:2020. Hand size = number designation from the standard. Sizes 7–12 most commonly available.
| Palm Width (cm) | Size |
|---|---|
| 7 | S |
| 8 | M |
| 9 | L |
| 10 | XL |
| 11 | XXL |
| 12 | 3XL |
Measure the palm width flat with a ruler or tape measure. Size up for a looser fit. StretchFlex provides an elastic, finger-agile fit.
| Size | Hand Circumference (cm) |
|---|---|
| S | 17–19 |
| M | 19–21 |
| L | 21–23 |
| XL | 23–25 |
| XXL | 25–27 |
Measure circumference around the widest part of your hand (knuckles). Check the product data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Hand Circumference (cm) |
|---|---|
| 7 (S) | 17–19 |
| 8 (M) | 19–21 |
| 9 (L) | 21–23 |
| 10 (XL) | 23–25 |
| 11 (XXL) | 25–27 |
Guide Gloves use European hand sizes. Check the manufacturer's data sheet.
| Size | Hand Circumference (cm) |
|---|---|
| S | 17–19 |
| M | 19–21 |
| L | 21–23 |
| XL | 23–25 |
| XXL | 25–27 |
Check the manufacturer's data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Hand Circumference (cm) |
|---|---|
| S | 17–19 |
| M | 19–21 |
| L | 21–23 |
| XL | 23–25 |
Check the manufacturer's data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Body Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 84–89 | 70–75 | 166–171 |
| S | 90–95 | 76–81 | 172–177 |
| M | 96–101 | 82–87 | 178–183 |
| L | 102–107 | 88–93 | 184–189 |
| XL | 108–113 | 94–99 | 184–189 |
| XXL | 114–121 | 100–109 | 184–189 |
| 3XL | 122–129 | 110–117 | 184–189 |
Body measurements. Check the product page for specific model size information.
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 82–86 | 72–76 |
| S | 86–90 | 76–80 |
| M | 90–94 | 80–84 |
| L | 94–98 | 84–88 |
| XL | 98–104 | 88–94 |
| XXL | 104–110 | 94–100 |
| 3XL | 110–116 | 100–106 |
| 4XL | 116–122 | 106–112 |
Body measurements. Check the manufacturer's data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 80–88 | 68–76 |
| S | 88–96 | 76–84 |
| M | 96–104 | 84–92 |
| L | 104–112 | 92–100 |
| XL | 112–122 | 100–110 |
| XXL | 122–132 | 110–120 |
| XXXL | 132–142 | 120–130 |
Body measurements. Check the product data sheet for model-specific measurements.
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 88–96 | 76–84 |
| M | 96–104 | 84–92 |
| L | 104–112 | 92–100 |
| XL | 112–120 | 100–108 |
| XXL | 120–128 | 108–116 |
| 3XL | 128–136 | 116–124 |
Check the manufacturer's current data sheet for model-specific measurements.
Description
Description
The 'Tree Climbers Companion' is the ultimate pocket guide and training manual for tree climbers. Learn all about techniques, equipment, and methods for safely climbing trees. Written by Jeff Jepson and illustrated by Bryan Kotwica, this is the best-selling reference book, first published in 1997 and having sold over 100,000 copies.
Tree Climbers Companion Edition 2
This compact field guide and training manual covers tree climbing techniques, equipment selection and use, and basic methods for tree entry. Perfect for beginners or as a refresher for experienced climbers. Over 200 illustrations with expanded information and detailed explanations of climbers' "tools of the trade."
Features
- Compact A5 'pocket size' for many hours of reading and reference
- Over 100 pages covering tools of the trade, climbing techniques, and knots
- Introduction to tree climbing
- Rope installation and tree entry
- Climbing and rigging knots
- Work positioning methods in the tree
- Branch walking and other techniques
- Advanced rope types
- Skill performance sheets
Technical Specifications
- Author: Jeff Jepson
- Illustrator: Bryan Kotwica
- Edition: 2 (second edition)
- Number of pages: 103–104 pages
- Format: A5 (approx. 14 x 21.6 cm, 5.5″ x 8.5″)
- Illustrations: Over 200
- Country of origin: USA
- First published: 1997
- Sales: Over 100,000 copies
Please note: A newer third edition is available with additional content such as new sections on preparation, descent, and working in the tree, expanded information on tree entry (moving and stationary ropes, and spike climbing), and improved knots. This product is edition 2.

