I'll be hunting public the next 40 + days and exclusively for bear in 2021. Because of this, I've been shaking out a more mobile approach to treestand placement. I'm not a saddle guy, and haven't settled into a climber that I like just yet. What climbing sticks are you saddle hunters using? I'm thinking about giving these Beast Gear Sticks a go. Anyone tried them?
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My son used one this year and liked it. He uses a ring of steps to put his feet on.
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I plan on working out more as well . Makes a
That’s impressive cspot. Takes a lot of willpower and discipline to drop that kind of weight. Congrats man !
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A guy not to far from me is selling this set-up, this is copied from his ad. Anyone use an Aero Saddle?
Aero kestrel tree saddle size large like new comes with linesman rope tethrd back band arcteryx knee pads and 6 bullman steps with ocb buckle strap everything is very good condition asking $275 no i wont take less do dont ask local pickup only!!!!
Aero kestrel tree saddle size large like new comes with linesman rope tethrd back band arcteryx knee pads and 6 bullman steps with ocb buckle strap everything is very good condition asking $275 no i wont take less do dont ask local pickup only!!!!
Those are sweet , but at almost 600 dollars for four i just couldn't see changing my beast sticks for them to save a few ounces. Would have definately considered them if i didn't already have the beast sticks.
I use my tether when I have to go around branches. I changed my tether out though from the normal strap to dynamic mtn climbing rope with a climbing carabiner & pruisik knot. Makes it super simple & quick as opposed to playing with the strap all the way up the tree.
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I have $200 in my 4 hawk helium with rope mods and I can stretch up to 25 feet with an aider. They nest together and carry alright for the money. I suppose if I had to walk miles a few lbs would matter but the higher end sticks just cost from what I can see.
Pabone I think elkyinzer is an aero saddle guy, I think that is the older model aero, not that it matters.
Pabone I think elkyinzer is an aero saddle guy, I think that is the older model aero, not that it matters.
Timber Ninja just came out with a stick that uses AL square stock. Naturally, it's not as light as the carbon fiber one, but more cost appropriate. Check it out.
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I have 6 Gorilla predator AL sticks...I really like them.
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I climb 1 stick and rappel with the same gear dce does. I use a predator platform with my saddle. I have been hunting out of a saddle on and off for 15 years, the platforms are the biggest comfort changer IMO.
I also have a set of older hawk heliums that are decent climbing sticks. There have been some QC issues with newer batches though.
I also have a set of older hawk heliums that are decent climbing sticks. There have been some QC issues with newer batches though.
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My son got Hawk Helium sticks and for cheaper sticks they are pretty darn good. I am going to get a set and pair it with a Millennium M7. I think I will get a set of stick talons for transporting. The M7 weighs around 9 pounds.
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He's out there for sure, but I still watch his videos.
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Yep, I've never had an issue with weight, but I had some asthma issues. I've lifted weights for 20+ years but this past summer I decided it was time to really get in shape. I'm 47 and my son is 18, so its harder for the old mad to keep up. I bought us ACU pack frames and put 50 pounds in them. I walked every single morning from March until Sept with that thing on my back. 1.5 miles up hills every morning with 50 pounds. All I can say is wow am I glad I did. We hunted places up to 3 miles from the truck and I did really well. Get in shape and get after it.
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I just ordered a weighted vest off of Amazon. My workout from my past year worked pretty well. Only thing I noticed is when walking alot with a pack my shoulders will feel it. I figure using my 40LB vest when working out will help that.
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A good pack frame makes a big difference.
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I have a good one and yes it makes a big difference.
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I have an old Rancho Safari Cat Quiver pack that I put 25 pounds of magazines in and walk 3-miles daily except during the hunting seasons. Guess that's the poor mans version. Not sure I'd want to do 40lbs but I reckon that would help even more.
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I use an LWCG Ambush platform and a single LW stick that I cut down to two steps and added a single step aider.
I sold my Tethrd Mantis and now have a Cruzr XC saddle.
35' of Resc Tech 8mm rope and a Safeguard for rappelling.
I don't see any advantage to multiple sticks especially when rappelling down. Climbing with one stick is so safe, fast and easy and paired with the Ambush I'm under 6 pounds. For longer sits I add two Ameristeps on a cam buckle to the sides of the Ambush. These act as a set of "stirrups" of sorts and make it extremely comfortable to kick your feet up and lean into the pleated saddle. Add a back band and you can easily drift off into a good snooze.
This set up is so lightweight that i simply lash the entire setup to my back pack (that I carry around everywhere) and walk around like it's not even there.
I sold my Tethrd Mantis and now have a Cruzr XC saddle.
35' of Resc Tech 8mm rope and a Safeguard for rappelling.
I don't see any advantage to multiple sticks especially when rappelling down. Climbing with one stick is so safe, fast and easy and paired with the Ambush I'm under 6 pounds. For longer sits I add two Ameristeps on a cam buckle to the sides of the Ambush. These act as a set of "stirrups" of sorts and make it extremely comfortable to kick your feet up and lean into the pleated saddle. Add a back band and you can easily drift off into a good snooze.
This set up is so lightweight that i simply lash the entire setup to my back pack (that I carry around everywhere) and walk around like it's not even there.
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