Elevate Your Hunt: Why Wild Line Ropes is a lifeline for Mobile Hunters
Ready to shed that heavy gear and move with the speed and stealth of a true hunter? In the latest episode of Gear'd Up North, we sat down with Justin Campbell, the owner and craftsman behind Wild Line Ropes, to talk about innovation, lightweight gear, and why quality rope is the unsung hero of your mobile setup.
If you’re a mobile hunter, a saddle hunter, or just someone who's tired of lugging a heavy stand into the public land hills, this is the gear and the conversation you need to hear.
The Mobile Hunter’s Edge: Why Go Lightweight?
Justin’s story is a familiar one to hunters across the country who climb stands, tree stands, and ladders. Facing the grueling terrain of Northeast Alabama’s mountains and a thousand-foot elevation gain, he realized his traditional Summit climber was holding him back.
"To be honest, I walked around with a summit climber on my back... and can only walk so many miles and not see any sign before you just have to pick a spot. Sometimes it works, most of the time it don't, but you know, it was really just that trying to get rid of that extra weight."
This desire for an ultralight system is what drove him back into the rope industry and ultimately fueled the creation of Wild Line Ropes. Their products, like the Obsidian Tether (starting at $45.99) and the FeatherLite Tether/Linemans Rope Combo (starting at $127.99), are engineered for efficiency, helping you move deeper and faster into low-pressure hunting zones.
Strength You Can Trust: Beyond the Bulk
One of the biggest misconceptions about mobile hunting gear is that small ropes can't handle the load. Justin breaks down the science behind his high-performance products:
Dyneema/AmSteel: Often considered the gold standard, this fiber is used in their tethers and is literally as strong as steel cable of the same diameter, yet light enough to float on water. For example, their FeatherLite Linemans Rope has an MBS (Minimum Breaking Strength) of 12kN or 2,800 pounds.
Kevlar/Technora: Used in their friction hitches, these fibers are crucial because they are heat resistant. This prevents melting, which can occur when a knot generates friction and heat under a shock load.
You need gear that you can trust with your life, and Justin’s commitment to using the highest quality American-made materials (like AmSteel by Sampson Rope) and a rigorous design process ensures that every product is Beard Tested, Beard Approved (as Martin says!). Justin himself scrapped an entire line of FeatherLite Tethers when he wasn't happy with a different rope, stating, "If I'm not happy with it, then I assume my customer will not be."
Introducing the Gear'd Up Linemen’s Rope!
Every great product has an origin story, and the Gear'd Up Linemen's Rope is a perfect example of hunter feedback driving innovation.
Inspired by a suggestion from our very own Martin Ringeisen, the Gear'd Up Linemen's Rope is a "fresh evolution" of the original FeatherLite Lineman’s Rope, featuring a WLR friction hitch on both ends. This simple adjustment provides unmatched adjustability and efficiency, allowing for quick, one-handed operation whether you’re climbing up or repositioning.
And yes, you heard that right—it's named after our brand! Get your hands on the Gear'd Up Linemans Rope (starting at $47.99) in Green or Obsidian and experience the next level of climbing security and convenience. It's the perfect accessory for saddle hunters and anyone using climbing sticks or ladders.
Buy the Gear That Will Change Your Hunt!
Whether you are looking for a tether, a lineman's rope, or the revolutionary Chammock minimalist hunting chair (which weighs only 1.5 pounds!), Wild Line Ropes has the American-made gear to make you more mobile, more comfortable, and more successful.
Don't wait until opening day to upgrade your setup! Visit wildlineroaps.com today and check out the Gear'd Up Linemans Rope and other essential products like the Wild Line Rope Mods for your sticks and platforms!
