{"product_id":"dmm-tendon-knee-ascender","title":"Tendon Knee Ascender","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDMM Tendon Knee Ascender Lift System\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a clever, low-profile \u003cstrong\u003eknee ascender lift system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to improve rope ascent efficiency while keeping your setup clean, compact and unobtrusive. Built to provide a tidy and effective solution for \u003cstrong\u003elifting knee ascenders\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e helps climbers maintain smoother upward movement with less drag and better system alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the system is a long length of \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-performance shock cord\u003c\/strong\u003e routed around the full circumference of the climber’s waist. This design gives the \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e a greater range of elongation and more consistent tension as it stretches, helping the knee ascender lift more efficiently throughout the climbing cycle. When not in use, the system \u003cstrong\u003efully retracts neatly inside\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping keep the harness setup clean and uncluttered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to integrate neatly with \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Kinisi harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly refined rope ascent accessory for arborists who want a more efficient and better organised climbing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to \u003cstrong\u003elift knee ascenders\u003c\/strong\u003e during rope ascent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproves \u003cstrong\u003eascending efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e and system tidiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-performance shock cord\u003c\/strong\u003e routed around the waist for improved elongation and tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSystem \u003cstrong\u003efully retracts internally\u003c\/strong\u003e when not in use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth flared tube inlet\u003c\/strong\u003e helps reduce wear and improve performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDyneema mantle elastic\u003c\/strong\u003e improves durability and lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTendon Tube Clips\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to fit Kinisi harness attachment holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong\u003eDMM XSRE Swivel Carabiner\u003c\/strong\u003e for compact connection to the knee ascender\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be used with a second \u003cstrong\u003eXSRE Swivel Carabiner\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003edouble lifting power\u003c\/strong\u003e and improved alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImproves Knee Ascender Efficiency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to help the knee ascender return more effectively during each step of the ascent, improving climbing efficiency and reducing unnecessary slack or drag. This makes ascending smoother and helps create a cleaner, more refined rope walking setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor climbers who spend long periods ascending SRT systems, this can make a noticeable difference in efficiency and comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFull-Waist Shock Cord Routing for Better Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike shorter elastic lift systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eDMM Tendon\u003c\/strong\u003e routes its shock cord around the \u003cstrong\u003efull circumference of the waist\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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