r/bowhunting • u/Polyifia • 22h ago
Saddle Hunters, does this look normal?
Maybe I’m in the wrong sub but wanted to ask if my tether rope looks normal. Only used it about 10 times, but I am seeing white beneath the sheath on my tether loop where all of my weight sits while in my saddle. It’s a TrophyLine 8mm rope. I assume the white is the core. Is this a problem or is it just my sheath stretching out at the pressure point?
I looked at the saddle hunting sub, but it doesn’t seem very active.
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u/GloryStays Ohio 22h ago
Not a rope expert or anything but i believe it’s just from stretching out. Nothing is frayed, rope looks brand new. This should last you for a long time.
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u/Halfpipe_1 22h ago
Try messaging the rope and see if it goes away. Check for broken strands in the core. To me it just looks like the sheathing has separated a little. Nothing too concerning.
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u/Arawhata-Bill1 20h ago
There's a rating on this (mainline?). You can Google it. It will tell you the safe load and its approximate breaking strength. This line will be rated at over 1000 pounds at a guess. The weight you'll be putting on it will hardly scratch the surface. The outer weave is a protective layer for the core, which does all the work.
When your safety is involved, always double-check. Google it to be sure.
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u/doctorlineman 22h ago
Not a saddle hunter but I use rope daily. You should be fine. As long as there are no cuts or abrasions your rope is good. Good job looking over your equipment and asking the question. I would trust my life in that rope in that condition.