KBNest — Midline-Attachable Canopy Anchor for Modern Tree Climbers
Transform your basal access line into a canopy anchor in 30 seconds with the KBNest. Built as a midline-attachable SRS canopy anchor, the KBNest allows climbers to convert from a basal-tied access system to a canopy anchor without dismantling their climbing system. It supports up to three independent climbing lines from a single anchor point — ideal for broad trees, complex canopies, redirects, and multi-line work positioning.
Designed by Phillip Pedry, the KBNest is made in the USA and sold complete with a custom tether built by WesSpur’s in-house rope splicing company.
New Logic for Modern Work Positioning
The KBNest establishes a canopy anchor once you reach your tie-in point with no need to isolate the line on the initial throw. It can be advanced in the canopy as needed, allows up to three independent climbing systems from a single point, and is designed for retrieval without pulling hardware through the tie-in point. A controlled “soft catch” retrieval is possible when using an additional work line.
Key Features
- Midline-Attachable SRS Canopy Anchor — Set up a canopy anchor at the tie-in point without dismantling your climbing system
- Converts Basal Access Line to Canopy Work-Positioning Line — No need to re-throw or isolate the line
- Supports Up to 3 Independent Climbing Lines — Multi-climber or multi-line positioning from a single anchor point
- Compatible with SRS and DRT/MRS Configurations
- Fast Setup — Operational within 30 seconds of reaching the tie-in point
- Advanceable in the Canopy — Reposition without rebuilding the entire system
- Controlled Soft-Catch Retrieval — Retrieve without pulling hardware through the tie-in point
- Ideal for Complex Canopies — Sprawling trees, redirects, and multi-line work positioning
- Patented Design
- Made in the USA
Specifications
- Brand: KBNest
- Designer: Phillip Pedry
- Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS): 37 kN
- Standards: Meets and exceeds ASTM F-1773-97
- Origin: Made and assembled in the USA
- Includes: KBNest unit + custom tether (spliced in-house by WesSpur)
- Patent Status: Patented
- SKU: KCR-KBNEST
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the KBNest and how does it differ from a traditional friction saver?
A traditional friction saver is installed on the initial throw and isolates the climbing line at the anchor point. The KBNest is midline-attachable, meaning it can be attached to the climbing line after the climber reaches the tie-in point — no isolation or re-throw required. It also supports multiple independent climbing lines, which traditional friction savers cannot.
Is the KBNest compatible with SRS and DdRT/MRS systems?
Yes — the KBNest is compatible with both SRS (single rope system) and DdRT/MRS (doubled rope technique / moving rope system) configurations, giving it broad versatility across modern climbing setups.
Can multiple climbers use the KBNest from the same anchor point?
Yes — the KBNest supports up to three independent climbing lines from a single canopy anchor point, making it practical for multi-climber operations or for a single climber running multiple systems from the same tie-in.
What is included with the KBNest?
Each KBNest ships complete with the KBNest unit and a custom tether built by WesSpur’s in-house rope splicing team. No additional hardware is required to get started. The KBNest also includes an educational Tech Notice and The Supplement which is written and illustrated by Phillip (the creator) for the user to learn unobvious tips and techniques about the Nest to speed up familiarity with the device and its uses.