ART Positioner 2 Swivel: Unboxing/Overview/First Impressions

When it comes to mechanical adjusters on lanyards the ART Positioner 2 has become the tree climber's first choice. The Positioner grabs the rope as soon as it comes under load. Contrary to conventionally used rope clamps the Positioner allows a reliable one-handed adjustment even under load. The ergonomically formed release lever offers comfortable handling. Available with a standard eye or swivel eye.
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[@samuelluria4744]

I have found this tool irreplaceable for a long while. Strong and smooth and easy to use....it becomes like an extension of your body - very natural.

[@neightjay]

Just got one for Christmas. Had it out for a few rec climbs and really like it. I still need a bit more time using it before I get a good feel if it. Thanks for he vid Human. 👍🏼🇨🇦

[@gmguy156]

Very organised garage

[@chrismiller4015]

Nice piece of kit

[@gschgvt2956]

At first, I couldn’t believe I was going to spend that much on a positioner. I now have 2.

[@Joshman5000]

I was hesitant at first when I bought my positioner because of the price. But after the first use in the a tree you forget all about it's price and say why didn't I get one sooner. It's amazing. I have a bad right shoulder, and that's my preferred side to tend a lanyard with, the positioner has saved some ware n tare for sure.

[@stu4516]

Iv got one of these there brilliant, I also climb on the art Lockjack 👌🏻

[@SQWATTY]

Petzl zillion is a very good bit of kit,progressive and smooth

[@srdoberman]

I would have liked to see a close up of the adjuster set up

[@EpicDayTimeActivity]

Came for the swivel. Stayed for the human

[@kenphillips479]

You should try the spider jack next

[@jamesfarnham1976]

Anything operable one handed I'm concerned you could bump it with something while working and give a scare or worse??

[@benlaw1239]

James Farnham the ART is a learning curve because it’s so smooth, but I got used to it and absolutely love mine, won’t hardly use my other grabs. I haven’t had any trouble with bumping it accidentally, the other nice thing is it’s rated for a secondary srt ascender, so I have used mine 2 or three times clipped to my bridge as a second tie in point to descend or ascend on, which should be standard IMO. I like stuff being rated above and beyond what i need or want, your life is hanging by it after all

[@budheflin4051]

so there is no way to purchase this pre built for a steel core lanyard

[@jesusisGod1434]

Red! I like it! So please do tell of the part (grommet) you added?

[@Human1337]

Simply a rubber ring/insert type doohicky, snugs up on the carabiner and keeps it in place.

[@jesusisGod1434]

Human Lol very technical! Okay, would that negate the Warrenty?

[@samuelluria4744]

To circumvent this potential issue, use a 1/2" Dyneema sling, girth-hitched to the hole. It cannot be considered a "modification", as it is part of the lanyard apparatus itself, as opposed to part of the mechanism. In any case, I always go metal-to-textile-to-metal, and vise versa.

[@WZDIESEL]

i really want you to get a McDermott rope brake, they mount in the canopy of the tree so you or the groundsman can lower limbs

[@jessicasessions1814]

dilligaf .. perfect timing, making a list for tomarrow and the AFB was on there it's $195... what's your comparison. .. ASAP.. Safe Climbs Always Cheers!

[@BlurredVisi0n]

Can you pop it open in any way to fit onto a lanyard that is already spliced?

[@Human1337]

Yeah, takes a min, but I've done it

[@nottodaybuddy370]

@Human Is there a risk of the friction gate being bumped whilst under load, releasing it?

[@Human1337]

Risk involved in anything, haven't heard about it being an issue, and many people use this. Don't really have any experience climbing with it yet, so can't really say one way or another about my personal use. Will be playing it cautiously until I get more climb time with it though.

[@nottodaybuddy370]

Be interested to hear how you go and how you feel that may effect it when you've field experience.

[@robertlunt5331]

Hi. I find the Positioner's lack of friction a minus point, as when you release it under load you can lose control and shoot backwards, which is a bit disconcerting. It sounds from other comments that you can get use to it. I prefer Tri tec with a Shizl and VT. Keep safe.

[@jasondiem6577]

With a firm grip on the rope while using you index finger like a trigger you can control this with precision.

[@FT4Freedom]

Yes. Definitely not bad to go with hitch.

[@Taddpole90]

What would you say is the best way to get in this career field with minimal experience other than felling some trees in my yard and friends yards?

[@rafaelcardenas1202]

tadd benoit you should start by working for a local tree company. You will start from the bottom. You gonna learn everything about ropes, knots, pulleys, chainsaw, chipper, bucket trucks, etc and of course the most important one safety. That's the best way. That's how I did it and I love it.

[@theetreeclimber5456]

speaking of, have you ever used a petzl grilion....what do you think of it?

[@samuelluria4744]

Doesn't compare to the ARTPositioner.

[@v3124]

Samuel Luria why not? They seem similar. Do you mean that they're just not in the same league?

[@samuelluria4744]

Right. I didn't mean they don't compare in a categorical sense, that's true. I should have been more specific. I just find that from an ergonomics/ease of use standpoint, the ART (with the swivel, of course!) is unparalleled. The only thing about it is that the wire-core compatible version (different clutch) will wear out quicker than we would like... but still worth it, in my opinion. Anyway, yeah - the smoothness is key.

[@gunnarschutz7675]

do you work for yourself now?

[@alexumanzor5598]

Tuff

[@brandontate7797]

do you have an email to reach you with?

[@djflexmaster79]

Damn, almost first...... But I'll take 3rd....

[@Joesdifferent]

I think it’s time to fire your barber I didn’t know they were giving out double fades LOL LOL I’m sorry brother but I’m literally crying right now from your haircut keep it human brother keep it human🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🤪🆘🆘🤣🤣🤣🆘🤣🤣🤣

[@Human1337]

LMAO, I know, my little sister is amazing on everyone else, but butchers mine every time. Getting back at me I think lol

[@Joesdifferent]

Human Climbers like you don’t need to worry about their haircut you want of the best in the business brother happy New Year’s

[@Wokzein]

Uhhh

[@gregbrown9271]

Don't think I like that rig there's lot better device and are safer just me 😎

[@lumberjaketreeservicellc4002]

It comes with a condom? JK looks just like one though

[@mike8hunter]

Anybody else waiting for him to fall on his posterior haha

[@jonathandickson5698]

Open fewer boxes. Cut more shit.

[@FT4Freedom]

Stop shopping start chopping.

[@samuelluria4744]

I'm a little bit stymied by the fact that you are reviewing an extremely tried and true product.(Maybe it should just be called an "explanation"...."first impressions" is just a weird phrase to me.)

[@Human1337]

Yeah, guess I'm not very clear on that, it's my first impression, not that of a brand new product.

[@samuelluria4744]

Hey Man, I'm sorry...it's YOUR video, Lol, you can call it whatever the hell you want😂😂😂. I thought about this thread in my 7 trees today...one thing I can tell you, is that if you happen to find yourself using a wire-core lanyard that has a nice cut on it, and there is some nice raw cable sticking out, this mechanism can be wiggled past the boo-boo a bit easier than a prusik....