I use these,..can get them at lowes, sears, ace,..maybe menards,..etc...
http://www.gardnerbender.com/pdf/new...le_Wraptor.pdf
I use the med. 2" size, it has a hole in it to tye on the rope, and doesnt scratch the pulley's or cams. When done hunting for the day, i can clip it to a rung of the ladderstand which keeps it secured till next time,..easy one hand operation to attach and/or remove from the bow.