I've thought of making a smaller bola version, but I just don't want to throw it around lol.

I recently bought some 3/4" bearings. I'm going to make a smaller version with just a small loop and no lanyard. We do lots of tree climbing/rope swinging with the kids (and safety gear). I'm going to keep one handy to attach via sheet bend for throwing over branches w/ smaller diameter cord to then pull the climbing rope over. I had the idea for this because I did the same sort of adjusting knot on my keychain lanyard years ago.

I thought of the bear bag thing; but being practical, who wants to carry the extra weight.

thanks for looking