We know your are excited and can't wait to get and try the new Teufelberger treeMOTION Essential and Pro. We also know that you may have many questions. We hope this list of FAQs will help!

Will the treeMOTION S.Light, USCA and Evo replaced by treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

Yes, the treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo will be replaced by the treeMOTION Essential and treeMOTION Pro and so the s.light, USCA and Evo production has already stopped. 

But TEUFELBERGER committed to continuing produce and sell the spare parts and accessories for treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo till 2030. 

Do the new treeMOTION Essential and Pro come with two bridges? 

No, the treeMOTION Essential and Pro come with a single 123 cm bridge. It is possible to exchange the bridge to a second bridge of 100, 123 or 180cm from TEUFELBERGER: 

Are the knotted bridges of the treeMOTION S.Light, USCA and Evo compatible with the new treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

Yes, the knotted bridges of the treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo remain compatible with the treeMOTION Essential and treeMOTION Pro. 

Are the accessories compatible with the treeMOTION S.Light, USCA and Evo and manufactured by third parties still compatible with the new treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

Yes, if the third-party accessories were compatible with the old treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo they remain compatible with the new treeMOTION Essential and treeMOTION Pro. 

Is the back padding of the old treeMOTION compatible with the new treeMOTION? 

No, because the design of the new treeMOTION has evolved. 

Is the back padding of the treeMOTION Essential and Pro interchangeable? 

Yes, you can perfectly install the back padding of the treeMOTION Essential on the treeMOTION Pro and the other way around. 

What are the main differences between the treeMOTION Essential and treeMOTION Pro? 

Buckles: 

• treeMOTION Essential: Sliding adjustable buckles 
• treeMOTION Pro: Cobra quick release buckles in waist and leg, double side adjustable on waist 

Back and leg paddings: 

• treeMOTION Essential: Standard thin paddings 

• treeMOTION Pro: Comfort thick paddings 

Gear brackets: 

• treeMOTION Essential: 2 x 3 gear brackets  
• treeMOTION Pro: 2 x 3 gear brackets + 2 x 1 gear brackets downside of the harness 

Red elastic band to hold in place: 

• treeMOTION Essential: without 
• treeMOTION Pro: with on waist and leg loops 

Which treeMOTION I need to buy if I was using a treeMOTION S.Light and I want to keep similar features? 

Use the new treeMOTION Essential 

Which treeMOTION I need to buy if I was using a treeMOTION USCA or Standard and I want to keep similar features? 

Use the new treeMOTION Pro 

Which treeMOTION I need to buy if I was using the treeMOTION Evo and I want to keep similar features? 

Use the new treeMOTION Pro 

What are the red plastic parts integrated into the back padding and what are they for? 

We call these parts "Bumpers", they mitigate potential shocks and eliminate any risk of abrasion. 

Who manufacture the metal and aluminum components? 

All aluminum rings are manufactured by Teufelberger and the buckles by AustriaAlpine. 

Why does Teufelberger say that the treeMOTION Essential and Pro are more suitable for female climbers? 

From the very first prototypes of the new Treemotion we incorporated the comments and suggestions of the Teufelberger female Ambassadors into the final product design. The field tests also revealed that the new harness was more adapted to the climber’s female morphology.  

Why is there no more aluminum ring on the back of the new treeMOTION Essential & Pro? 

Over the past two years we have interviewed many climbers and our Ambassadors, and it has become apparent that the aluminum ring was used primarily to attach the chainsaw lanyard and that it was too heavy and poorly positioned. So, we decided to replace it with a red textile loop positioned at 90° to the treeMOTION and which supports 30kg. The textile loop can be replaced by a black Teufelberger openable ring. 

The new treeMOTION Essential and Pro come with black openable rings, does the tool come with the harness and what are the specifications? 

Yes, each treeMOTION comes with a wrench and a Torx T20 screwdriver. 

Can I use the black openable ring elsewhere? 

Yes, you can use it on the rope bridges of your treeMOTION or you can use it instead of the red textile loop at the back to attach your chainsaw. 

What are the 4 small red textile loops on the upper side of the waist belt for? 

They are used for attaching a chest suspender (upper assembly). The best way for installing it is with accessory carabiners. Attention! It’s not for fall arrest applications! 

I don't like the new flat elastics used to connect the harness and the leg loops, is it possible to use the round elastics (bungee cord) previously installed on the old treeMOTION? 

We have chosen to use new flat and softer elastics to limit the inconvenience caused by the sudden release of the elastic on the climbers' buttocks. However, if these new elastics do not suit you, you can replace them with the old round elastics (bungee cord) provided with each treeMOTION. 

What is the life span of the new treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

The total lifetime of the new treeMOTION is 10 years from the date of manufacture. There is no notion of storage as for the treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo. 

Do you have the different detailed sizes and load for each treeMOTION sizes? 

Yes, you can find them in the user manual  

What size treeMOTION Essential & Pro should I choose if I was previously using a treeMOTION S.Light, USCA or Evo and it fit perfectly? 

Use a treeMOTION Essential or Pro in size Medium 

What is the workload limit of the treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

The limit was on the old treeMOTION s.light, USCA and Evo of 120kg/260lbs, it is now 150kg/330lbs on treeMOTION Essential & Pro 

What are the certifications of the treeMOTION Essential and Pro? 

• EN813:2008, EN358:2018 
• ANSI Z133-2017 for arboricultural operations, 
• ASTM F887-20, CSA Z259.1-05, AS/NZS 1891.1:2020 

As before, are some parts of the treeMOTION Essential and Pro replaceable? 

Yes, you can replace many parts of your treeMOTION Essential and Pro.  

• Bridges 
• Lying openable ring  
• leg Loops 
• Hip Leg Connection 
• Elastic of leg loops 
• Elastic cords for gear loops 
• Chainsaw ring (back side) 
• Back padding 
• Leg paddings 

Do you have any additional questions?

Contact The Arborist Store Support Team

at 1-800-387-4940 or info@thearboriststore.com