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Originally posted by MadHatter View PostI don't do any of this saddle stuff, but have spent yrs climbing structure & rope as a profession.
What about just setting a rope and climbing the rope?
I'm assuming these trees have limbs and we're not talking about a pine trunk.
Maybe I'm missing something so forgive my ignorance, but it seems like it might pack easier & possibly be lighter.
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Have you looked into the one sticking technique? You'll have everything already except for maybe a madrock descender and a multi-step aider.
For platform, I use the feet platform from my aluminum climber stand, its big (~20"x30") and only weighs 12 lb. Sure theres a lighter/smaller option for platform, but I have mine rigged up on a set of backpack and shoulder straps and hip belt which turns it into a frame that is used to carry the day pack and deer quarters.
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Originally posted by bowhuntntxn View PostI really like the looks of that rig! Hopefully I can find that pack at Academy soon. I have a bigger pack that I think i could fit all my sticks and platform into but I just havent tried it yet.
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Done several test runs and configurations. The dreaded hawk minis pack best and are 2 pounds (almost) lighter. I had to go meet a dump truck so I’ll measure later. Judging by bow rope I’m 18’ to platform with a moderate climb. I’ll test some more methods and if minis will continue to get 18-20’ I’ll probably go xop 20” sticks.
One stick would run every deer out of the woods I hunt
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I use the eblerstock 2 pack for my gear.. 2 sticks on each side and my platform in the middle.. I wear my saddle in. It's a frame pack so it can be used to haul meat if you are far enough from the truck.. I usually stuff my jacket or rain gear inside it has side pouches I keep my limb saw and hand shears in.. As well as my aider deer drag etc..
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Originally posted by Low Fence View PostDone several test runs and configurations. The dreaded hawk minis pack best and are 2 pounds (almost) lighter. I had to go meet a dump truck so I’ll measure later. Judging by bow rope I’m 18’ to platform with a moderate climb. I’ll test some more methods and if minis will continue to get 18-20’ I’ll probably go xop 20” sticks.
One stick would run every deer out of the woods I hunt
What 1-sticking does that multiple sticks don't afford you the luxury of is rappelling down after your hunt is over. I have zero interest in trying to climb down with sticks in the dark after being able to come down like batman.
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Originally posted by Blitz View PostI'm not sure why you feel 1 sticking would do that. Have you watched any of the 1-stick videos? It's really not any more movement then placing multiple sticks on the tree.
What 1-sticking does that multiple sticks don't afford you the luxury of is rappelling down after your hunt is over. I have zero interest in trying to climb down with sticks in the dark after being able to come down like batman.
If it fits your style, stay with it…. It will not work for me
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If your making to much noise with either method your doing it wrong.
I agree, everyone should do whichever method works best for them.
Op, mini sticks with aiders is a good option. May look into strapping some minis to your platform and using some pack straps on your platform if you don’t want an actual pack. Could be a viable option
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Originally posted by Randy Madden View PostIf your making to much noise with either method your doing it wrong.
I agree, everyone should do whichever method works best for them.
Op, mini sticks with aiders is a good option. May look into strapping some minis to your platform and using some pack straps on your platform if you don’t want an actual pack. Could be a viable option
I’m probably going novix minis with current arrangement and possibly add a single loop amsteel aider to middle sticks…. Possibly. I don’t like them on bottom. Too many times deer pick out that step. Blows my mind. They just know it’s different
Im getting a method down and got a lot of stealth stripping to do. I see it’s situational value. Time will tell
It ain’t noise of other methods it’s miles of unnecessary movement… which will by nature make more noise.
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