Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here, and Western Tree Equipment & Repair is excited to offer one of our biggest sales of the year. From Thursday, November 27 through Monday, December 1, Rock Exotica products are 20% off. This is the perfect chance to upgrade your climbing and rigging gear with some of the most trusted and innovative equipment in the industry.

Rock Exotica is known for precision engineering, American manufacturing, and high-performance hardware designed for arborists, riggers, and rescue professionals. Below is a closer look at select Rock Exotica gear included in the sale and why these items belong in your kit.

SwivaEye Auto-Lock Carabiner

The SwivaEye combines a high-efficiency swivel with the strength of a Rock Exotica carabiner. The integrated swivel reduces system twist and allows smooth alignment under load. Its auto-lock gate and hot-forged construction deliver strength and reliability for complex rigging, climbing, and rescue scenarios.

Why Arborists Love It:

• Reduced gear clutter with a swivel and carabiner in one
• Smooth rotation under load
• Ideal for overhead rigging or climbing systems

rockD ORCA-Lock Carabiner

The rockD ORCA-Lock features the ORCA gate system, which allows rapid one-handed access while still providing locking security when needed. It is the carabiner of choice for climbers and riggers who value speed, strength, and dependable operation.

Best Uses:

• Fast clip-in scenarios
• Rigging setups that require quick access
• Climbing systems that need secure locking with the option for speed

rockD Stainless Auto-Lock Carabiner

Built from stainless steel, the rockD auto-lock carabiner provides exceptional corrosion resistance and long-term durability. It is ideal for wet, coastal, or high-wear environments where standard aluminum hardware may degrade more quickly.

Perfect For:

• All-weather rigging
• Industrial or marine-influenced tree work
• Long-term investment in rugged hardware

rockD Lanyard Pin Carabiner

The rockD Lanyard Pin Carabiner includes a removable pin that prevents cross-loading, unintended shifting, or gear sliding onto the gate. It ensures lanyards and positioning gear stay securely oriented.

Ideal Applications:

• Work-positioning lanyards
• Anchor systems
• Situations requiring controlled gear orientation

Transporter Tool Carrier

The Rock Exotica Transporter is one of the best tool carriers available for arborists. The dual push-button gate keeps tools secure while allowing fast access. A wide base and winged gate design make this carrier strong, efficient, and easy to use with gloves.

Why It Belongs on Every Harness:

• Organized tool storage
• Fast access in the tree
• Strong construction and secure connection

Unicender Ascender/Descender

The legendary Unicender is one of the most versatile mechanical devices in tree climbing. It works with both SRT and DdRT techniques and allows effortless transitions between ascending and descending.

Made For:

• Climbers who want one device for everything
• Smooth and controlled rope movement
• Professional tree-care operations requiring efficiency

DownRigger Aerial Friction Device

The DownRigger offers exceptional descent control for lowering limbs and heavy loads. Its integrated swivel, controlled friction, and mid-line attachment options make it a premium choice for complex rigging operations.

Best For:

• Precision lowering during removals
• Aerial friction control
• Professional rigging teams looking for smoother load handling

MiniEight Figure-8 Descender

Compact, lightweight, and durable, the MiniEight is a practical figure-8 descender for arborists and rope-access professionals. It is built with wear-resistant 7075 aluminum and works with both single and doubled rope configurations.

Perfect For:

• Compact bailout device
• Controlled descending
• Backup or secondary rigging tool

Save 20% On Rock Exotica During Black Friday & Cyber Monday

This once-a-year sale is the ideal time to upgrade your climbing and rigging gear with equipment trusted by professionals worldwide. Every product is engineered for performance and built to handle the demands of tree work.

Sale Dates:
Thursday, November 27 through Monday, December 1
Discount: 20% off all Rock Exotica products

Whether you need a new carabiner, a friction device, or a full upgrade to your climbing system, you will find unmatched quality at an unbeatable price.

Shop the full Rock Exotica collection and take advantage of this limited-time offer. Please note that the Rock Exotica Akimbo is excluded from this sale.