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Piedmont Tree Climbing Rope Swing Supply List
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Disclaimer: These product links are provided for informational purposes only and are not to be considered installation instructions. Tree swings can be dangerous EVEN when installed correctly. Tree swings should only be installed by knowledgeable and competent arborists. Piedmont Tree Climbing is not responsible for damage or injury related to professionals or homeowners installing tree swings using materials listed below.
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Type of Swing InstallItemNotes SourceDate Link Last Verified
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General hardware5/8" diameter galvanized, threaded, forged, eye boltVarying lengths available. See table below to determine which bolt(s) will work.Bolt Depot (see table below for different lengths)NA
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Galvanized nut for 5/8" bolt1 extra needed per eye bolthttps://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=26182/2026
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Galvanized square dock washer for 5/8" bolt2 needed per eye bolthttps://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=73802/2026
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Galvanized locking washer for 5/8" bolt1 needed per eye bolthttps://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=29852/2026
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Tenex Tec polyester 5/8" diameter 12-strand solid braid ropeBe sure to select 5/8" diameter. Sold by the foot.
https://www.treestuff.com/samson-tenex-tec-5-8-color-orange/
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5/8" galvanized rope guard thimbleRope is spliced around thimble so there is no friction on the rope itself.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/5-8-heavy-duty-galvanized-wire-rope-thimbles-10-pack_22/2026
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1/2" galvanized cotter pin/bolt anchor shackleShackle attaches eye bolt and rope, which is spliced around thimble.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/anchor-shackle-bolt-type-1-2-steel-2-ton2/2026
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Large stainless steel pear-shaped quick linkConnection point for switching swing seats. Also connects ropes to rigging ring for "Y" and "V" style swings. Minimum order of 5.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/pear-shape-quick-link-ss-t316-4-9-16-length2/2026
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Swing seat optionsCircular Wooden Disc SeatAsk for swing seat without rope.http://www.treeswingsandcraftythings.com/Poplar-Disc-Tree-Swing.html2/2026
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Rectangular Wooden Board SeatAsk for swing seat without rope.http://www.treeswingsandcraftythings.com/Poplar-4-Hole-Tree-Swing.html2/2026
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Web Riderz Swing SeatAvailable in 39" and 46" diameters.https://www.homedepot.com/p/M-and-M-Sales-Enterprises-46-in-XL-Web-Riderz-Web-Swing-MM00152/305287485?MERCH=REC-_-pip_sem_mobile-_-206361509-_-305287485-_-N2/2026
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Swurfer SwingExtra handles, Swurf Grip stickers, and longer rope are all available as upgradeshttps://www.flybar.com/collections/swurfer2/2026
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Supplies unique to "Y" and "V" style swingsRigging ringCentral connection point for ropes.https://www.treestuff.com/pensafe-forged-steel-ring/2/2026
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Supplies unique to a Swurfer swing installed between 2 trees. See https://youtu.be/jWVL6EmBaZ45/16 Extra High Strength (EHS) cableBe sure to select 5/16" diameter. Minimum order of 200 feet.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/5-16-1x7-ehs-galvanized-guy-wire-500-ft2/2026
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Rig guy wire stop (user larger size for 5/16 cable)Clamps down on cable on outer side of both trunks after the cable has been tensioned.https://www.treestuff.com/rigguy-wire-stop/2/2026
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Circular dock washers Installed between wedge grip and bark of tree (2 needed).https://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=73752/2026
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Cable clamps 5/16Used to prevent lateral movement of chain leaders on cable.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/5-16-zinc-plated-malleable-wire-rope-clip2/2026
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Stainless steel quick linksConnects chain leader and swurfer rope. Minimum order of 15.https://www.uscargocontrol.com/products/small-quick-link-ss-t316-2-1-4-length2/2026
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1/2" aluminum tube Tube is cut to lenth and inserted into hole in trunk. Cable is threaded through the tube to protect the tree.Home Depot or Lowes or your local hardware store. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-2-in-x-3-ft-Aluminum-Round-Tube-6705/3327336432/2026
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Galvanized chain leaders 5/16Two 1-foot sections neededHome Depot or Lowes or your local hardware storeNA
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5/8" diameter bolt lengthLength of threaded portion of bolt (inches)Min. limb diameter (inches)Max. limb diameter (inches)Source
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12"4810https://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=188112/2026
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15"6913https://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=188122/2026
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18"61115https://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=188132/2026
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21"61822https://boltdepot.com/Product-Details?product=188142/2026
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