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re: 1st Climber Experience Today (pic added to OP)
Posted on 12/13/20 at 5:56 pm to TheRouxGuru
Posted on 12/13/20 at 5:56 pm to TheRouxGuru
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Without trying to sound like a dick, all of those problems could have been figured out or at least realized with a little practice. Again, not trying to be a dick, but there are already enough ‘moving parts’ to hunting public land, no need to make it more difficult on yourself. It’s a good way to get yourself hurt
You are correct and no offense taken.
Hopefully anyone considering or planning to make their first climb will read my little story and not make the same mistakes.
Its funny now, but was very sobering at the time.
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Posted on 12/13/20 at 6:22 pm to stein_burgundy
“Third hand archery stabilizer straps. Look them up. Worth their weight in gold on a climber while climbing and once at desired height.”
This. Once you tighten them it’s as rock solid as a lock on.
I use my climber a lot during the rut when I need to move around. Takes some getting use to but I never feel unsafe in mine.
This. Once you tighten them it’s as rock solid as a lock on.
I use my climber a lot during the rut when I need to move around. Takes some getting use to but I never feel unsafe in mine.
Posted on 12/13/20 at 8:01 pm to Bawcephus
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Its funny now, but was very sobering at the time.
Believe me, I was speaking from experience. My first time using a climber, I had previously practiced but when I went, I used a different climber than I was used to. Had a similar experience to yours
Posted on 12/14/20 at 7:21 am to stein_burgundy
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Third hand archery stabilizer straps. Look them up. Worth their weight in gold on a climber while climbing and once at desired height.
No doubt about it, absolute must have for climbing stands. I will not climb without them. They also double to secure top/bottom of climber for quiet transport in/out of woods.
Posted on 12/14/20 at 10:55 am to Bawcephus
Till you’ve been 15 foot or more up a tree in a Baker, you ain’t lived. The decision to sit on a platform with your feet hanging off is one you gotta commit to
Today’s stands are like being in your mommas arms by comparison
Today’s stands are like being in your mommas arms by comparison
Posted on 12/14/20 at 11:05 am to TwoFace
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and then realize you forgot to tie your pull rope to your rifle
I did that just a few years ago. Went all the way up and pulled rope, “damn this is too light” Go back down and start all over
ETA: I’ve got about a 10 y/o summit viper. It’s at the point I cannot take a step with it on my back without it making some kind of noise and it’s really aggravating. I’ve got it tight together, padding, etc. every freaking step there’s a clicking noise and I cannot figure it out or find anything loose.
This post was edited on 12/14/20 at 11:07 am
Posted on 12/14/20 at 12:27 pm to AlxTgr
Standing in a scrape posing
Posted on 12/14/20 at 1:12 pm to Bawcephus
F a climber
Used to use them.
Those days are over
Used to use them.
Those days are over
Posted on 12/14/20 at 7:40 pm to Bawcephus
Nice view . You will get a lot more confidence as you climb more. Soon you’ll be 20+ feet up a pine tree as it sways and be calm as a cucumber.
Posted on 12/14/20 at 9:37 pm to tjv305
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Soon you’ll be 20+ feet up a pine tree as it sways and be calm as a cucumber.
Maybe so. Been researching self rescue options if the worst happens and you're dangling from the safety harness.
What isn't taught is that you can very easily die that way through suspension trauma.
Once I get that sorted out either through a self belay device or controlled descent device (3M offers one), ill be willing to hunt anytime with one.
Cheers to all who've responded and once again, I hope this helps someone in the future.
This post was edited on 12/14/20 at 9:38 pm
Posted on 12/14/20 at 11:58 pm to windshieldman
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ETA: I’ve got about a 10 y/o summit viper. It’s at the point I cannot take a step with it on my back without it making some kind of noise and it’s really aggravating. I’ve got it tight together, padding, etc. every freaking step there’s a clicking noise and I cannot figure it out or find anything loose.
I bet it is either the cables that go around tree or bottom half of the stand is sliding up/down. Slid the cables all the way in square frame and close the little "locking" thing to help secure the cable.
If the noise is coming from the frame moving up/down.... connect a bungee cord around the part near where the frame touches the tree.
Also make sure a buckle on the seat is not causing the noise.
This post was edited on 12/15/20 at 12:01 am
Posted on 10/12/21 at 9:05 pm to gerald65
*bump*
Posted on 10/12/21 at 9:14 pm to Bawcephus
That photo is awesome. Makes me home sick.
Congratulations on surviving. It will take some time but you'll get used to it and learn as you go.
Congratulations on surviving. It will take some time but you'll get used to it and learn as you go.
Posted on 10/12/21 at 9:22 pm to Bawcephus
As someone that started out using an old Baker treestand, I have no sympathy.
Posted on 10/12/21 at 9:24 pm to p&g
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F a climber
I switched to climbing sticks several years ago and haven’t looked back.
Hated trying to guess how tight to start out with on our wide at the bottom trees in the basin, among other draw backs.
To the OP, not sure what your safety harness situation is but a nice one (light, not bulky or complicated like the complimentary ones) made me more inclined to pack in and wear.
This post was edited on 10/12/21 at 9:33 pm
Posted on 10/13/21 at 2:19 pm to Bawcephus
My first climber experience was when I was 13 or 14. I was going to sit with my stepdad while he hunted. After practicing going up and down on a tree in the back yard I felt like a hard arse. Saturday afternoon rolls around and I go up first. Got about 10' which felt like a mile high and he laughed saying to keep going. By the time we were up there my knees were knocking. Safety strap and him sitting below me helped the nervous. Coming down must have taken me 30 minutes. After the hunt I asked how high we were and he said only 23'. Fast forward 17 years and I still enjoy a good climb on a quiet morning.
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