Description
The hipSTAR Flex has always been at the forefront of innovation and widely embraced by arborists worldwide for its exceptional performance. Our commitment to enhancing safety and efficiency in tree climbing and tree care has led us to introduce a groundbreaking evolution.
Formerly known as the hipSTAR Flex, the number one arborist lanyard gets reborn as hipSTAR Glide. hipSTAR Glide now surpasses its previous certification to the European CE standard. It also complies with additional certifications tailored to the specific requirements of the regions where it’s utilized.
Our hipSTAR Glide boasts certifications including:
- EN 358:2018
- EN 795B:2012
- ANSI Z133-2017
- AS/NZS 5532:2013
- AS 1891.5:2020
- CEN/TS 16415:2017 (2 Persons)
ensuring its compliance with rigorous safety standards globally. Offering versatility in application, the hipSTAR Glide is certified with:
- Catalyst 3 wrap
- Distel 4 wrap
- Valdotain 4+3 wraps
- Michoacan 5 wraps knots.
Additionally, including an 8 mm Sirius polyester cord with a prusikLOOP thimble provides an extra mounting point, further expanding its functionality.
Continuing the tradition of interchangeability, all components remain easily replaceable, allowing for customization tailored to individual needs.
The following elements continue to be exchangeable:
- Ocean Polyester e2e (new lengths available: 60, 65 and 70cm!)
- hipSTAR Glide e2e rope
- prusikLOOP thimble
- glideHITCH pulley
- karaT carabiner
Available in various lengths and two diameters, the hipSTAR Glide offers flexibility and adaptability to meet diverse climbing requirements.
