Our Tree Savers are made from the same material our winchlines AmSteel Blue, 19,600 lb. breaking strength. To protect the light weight line, we use a 1/2" braided Polyster jacket, covered with a tight braided Nylon sleeve to keep splinters and sand from getting into the line. Outer layers provide a cushion protecting the tree from damaging cuts.
When choosing a Tree Saver, a key safety factor is to utilize a line with minimal stretch characteristics, reducing the possibility of snap back in case the line breaks. For example: If you use a 10 foot length of rope, the line can stretch as much as 3 feet, increasing the chance of serious damage if the line breaks. There is an advantage for using rope with high stretch characteristics for yanking, but not for winching.
One of the keys to safety in winching is to minimize any stretch between hitch points. Utilizing a low stretch synthetic winchline and tree saver minimizes stretch between these points, thus minimizing the risk of potential damage.
