Rope Runner Vertec Kit
Rope Runner Vertec Kit: Dare to Defy GRAVITY!
What's in the kit: The Defying Gravity Kit pairs the Notch Rope Runner Vertec — a mechanical climbing device with tool-free, on-the-fly friction adjustment for both SRS and MRS — with 200' of Teufelberger Gravity 11.5mm climbing rope (spliced eye), the Notch MagneatO magnetic slack-tending attachment, and a Notch Quickie for fast anchor building. An optional Notch Aeris Friction Body Kit upgrade adds a pulley for even smoother slack tending.
The Rope Runner has gone through its evolutionary phases — beginning as the original Singing Tree Rope Runner, progressing to the Rope Runner Pro, and now arriving at what seems like its final form: the Rope Runner Vertec. This latest rendition gives the climbing arborist the ability to adjust friction on the fly WITHOUT the need for additional tools! That feature alone was enough to make it great — but what would make it even better, you might ask!? Well, by creating the ideal tree climbing kit for the Notch Rope Runner Vertec, of course! That's why our Defying Gravity Kit pairs it with an exceptional arborist climbing rope from Teufelberger: Gravity.
Dare to Defy Gravity even further!? Add on the Notch Aeris Friction Body Kit and take your tree climbing experience to the next level! Slack tending gets easier, and rope fairleads into the device more smoothly after dropping through a redirect — all thanks to the pulley on the Aeris!
Ready to climb? Add the Notch Aeris Friction Body Kit to the Rope Runner Vertec Kit— and add it to your cart.
What's Included in the Rope Runner Vertec Kit
- Notch Rope Runner Vertec (QTY 1) — mechanical climbing device
- Teufelberger Gravity (QTY 1) — 11.5mm double braid arborist climbing rope, 200' with spliced eye
- Notch MagneatO (QTY 1) — magnetic slack-tending attachment
- Notch Quickie (QTY 1) — anchor-building hardware
- Optional Add-On: Notch Aeris Kit (QTY 1) — friction body upgrade with pulley
Kit Component Breakdown
Notch Rope Runner Vertec
The heart of the kit. The Rope Runner Vertec accepts arborist rope from 11mm–12.9mm and is compatible with both SRS and MRS climbing techniques — with friction adjustment on the fly, no tools required.
Teufelberger Gravity
An 11.5mm double braid arborist climbing rope, supplied in a 200' length with a spliced eye. An exceptional match for the Vertec's 11mm–12.9mm rope range.
Notch MagneatO
A magnetic attachment that aids slack tending when ascending on the Rope Runner Vertec and facilitates a quick-disconnect feature.
Notch Quickie
Used to create a quick base anchor or canopy anchor — fast, simple anchor building wherever the job takes you.
Notch Aeris Kit (Optional Add-On)
The pulley on this upgrade kit allows for smoother slack tending and less resistance when fair-leading rope through the device.
Rope Runner Vertec Kit Specs at a Glance
- Climbing systems: SRS and MRS compatible
- Device rope range: 11mm–12.9mm
- Included rope: Teufelberger Gravity, 11.5mm double braid, 200' with spliced eye
- Friction adjustment: tool-free, on the fly
- Slack tending: MagneatO magnetic attachment included; Aeris pulley upgrade optional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rope Runner Vertec SRS or MRS?
Both. The Rope Runner Vertec is compatible with both Stationary Rope System (SRS) and Moving Rope System (MRS) climbing techniques, making it one of the most versatile mechanical climbing devices available.
What rope sizes does the Rope Runner Vertec accept?
The Rope Runner Vertec accepts arborist climbing rope from 11mm to 12.9mm. The Teufelberger Gravity rope included in this kit is 11.5mm, right in the device's sweet spot.
What does the Notch Aeris Kit add?
The Aeris Friction Body Kit adds a pulley to the Rope Runner Vertec that makes slack tending smoother and reduces resistance when fair-leading rope through the device — especially noticeable after dropping through a redirect.
How is the Vertec different from the Rope Runner Pro?
The biggest upgrade is tool-free friction adjustment. Where earlier versions required additional tools to change friction settings, the Rope Runner Vertec lets the climbing arborist adjust friction on the fly, mid-climb.
What is the Notch MagneatO used for?
The MagneatO is a magnetic attachment that aids slack tending while ascending on the Rope Runner Vertec and provides a quick-disconnect feature.
Dare to Defy GRAVITY — grab the Rope Runner Vertec Kit today and feel the difference tool-free friction adjustment makes.