The use of high performance fibre ropes across the forest sector has increased. Synthetic chockers, rigging straps, guylines, skyline extensions or winch lines for skidders are now often seen in logging applications. The present info-note intent is to summarize useful insights regarding technical performances, safety, ergonomics, productivity and economics of using synthetic rope, from published researches and discussions with manufacturers. Implementation issues are also mentioned as well as synthetic rope inspection practices.
