5 Things you need to know about the ONE STICK climbing method.

[@LetsGoYall]

As a utility lineman, I commend your use of the linesman belt as you work up the tree. Always maintain 3 point of contact, belt counts for 2 which is what allows for the use of your arms to keep moving the top line. Your method looks EXTREMELY safe, which should be the #1 consideration, especially since you have no one to rescue you in the event of an accident. Great video!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks so much. Sure appreciate your feedback

[@poyntem1811]

Good Job. After watching your CGM saddle review , Mrs. Clause put one under the tree for me. All summer long I've been practicing climbing with two hang on sticks with homemade rope aiders. After gaining confidence and getting comfortable shooting in all directions and being perfectly content with my improvements, I've been anticipating and dreaming of the upcoming archery season, enter this video. I was like Ok what's the big deal, one stick two stick, then wham ! the descent, the rush of repelling in my younger days came rushing back. Now it's time to rethink my gear for the season. Even if I now qualify for AARP benefits, the thrill of descending makes the long unproductive sit, after one sticking up the tree, sound enticing. God Bless y'all and keep poyntem to Christ

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

If you are content with your climbing method I would worry too much about one sticking…however I’m convince that rappelling is the easiest and safest way down a tree regardless of how you got up there.

[@zachcarter9927]

One of the safer one stick videos I’ve seen. As a rope access tech, seeing someone use the extra attachment point is great. Still not thrilled with some of the devices, and ropes people use since they are not actually made for rappelling. And very few back up their devices once they are set. You sir are def on the right track

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks you Zach. Appreciate your feedback. I want to come home to my family that’s for sure. What’s your recommendation for backing up once set up?

[@zachcarter9927]

@@TheBudgetSportsman a few different options. I always prefer to see someone use an actual descender. They are made to hold you so you can work hands free while on rope and made to better standards. As far as backing them up; on what most people are using they a simple prusik above the device. All prusiks need to be smaller diameter than that of the main line to hold reliably. If they are put below the device it could possibly push it, or cut it if the device breaks.

[@kevinnielsen4321]

yes some honest and good advice, remember the saddle is from the arborist industry and my buddy is a long time arborist who at one point was in charge of safety and he told me always TWO points of contact!!! . tether and lineman's rope. A large amount of the saddle hunting industry is not following arborist safety protocol.Be safe and live to hunt another day !! 👍👍

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I agree!

[@SESaddleHunters]

I agree with everything you've said. I'm a one sticker that has just acknowledged that the slack while climbing up is the risk that I will take. I have also had my cam cleet let go of the rope before and my stick fall while climbing but that has only happened while taking my first step up on my aider after a move. If the stick holds my weight for that first step I feel strongly that it will stay secure as I keep climbing. I will say there have been some big trees I've climbed that I couldn't get my arms around and in those cases I use a lineman's to help secure me. Great video though!!

[@Kjklump]

I'm going to try one sticking, because well I backed over my sticks leaving the parking lot and bent one like a Lowe's 2x4. I'll probably mod one of the remaining hawks for a dedicated one stick in the future. But I have a set of muddy pros coming to replace them. Seemed like the best option since I didn't want to have to mod them straight away as I still have instances where I require a full stick set up.plus I've always wanted the muddy pro's.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Haha. I guess that’s a good excuse for a new set of stic s

[@DeutscherJagdblog]

Thanks for your explanation. In germany wo do not have such a good Chanel for Tree-Hunting

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Happy to help!

[@charlesshepherd9132]

Thank you, thank you, thank you, for mentioning the unsafe practice of climbing up the first position without being attached to the tree as well as adding so much slack. Really this is the most dangerous point in the whole system and so easily prevented.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

You’re welcome. Everyone seems to be trying to go faster and taking shortcuts.

[@charlesshepherd9132]

I transitioned from regular saddle hunting to one-stick by adding a two step aider to a regular Hawk Helium stick and used a ring of steps I picked up used. It worked great. Eventually I updated to the EWO mini with platform but still used tied aiders from climbing rope which I still use 2 years later.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Very nice. I haven’t stuck with one sticking much, but the aiders on my regular climbing sticks have transitioned to different sticks and are going into their 4th season.

[@smau990]

One HUGE issue with slack in the system is the use of static ropes for tethering. If you fall with the tether at ankles, your problem isn't hitting the ground, it's having your back break when the rope catches.

[@JonathanWilson83]

This answered a bunch of questions I had about one-sticking and saddle hunting in general. I'm considering taking the (big) leap from an old Summit climber to saddle hunting. Thanks for all the work you do on your videos. Great info!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

No problem Jonathan. If you are new to saddle hunting, you might also want to check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaWkgaxsiqxlbrc To be perfectly honest with you I still prefer climbing a tree with climbing sticks rather than the one stick method.

[@Squidd8u]

Great safety points. You should also add backing up your madrock with a prusuk above your device. 1=None, 2=1... I use a 3' sling & a locking carabiner. Prusuk above & clip into my saddle.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Good advice

[@petervavaroutsos449]

I think a Knut Hitch would be better than a Prusik for this application.

[@ehyman4415]

My one stick is my tethrd platform with 3 step ultimaider and pouch attached to it. When I get to height i am already on my platform. Just another suggestion. Great vid thanks.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Cool idea. What attachment method do you use.

[@ehyman4415]

@@TheBudgetSportsman I use the supplied strap that comes with the platform. Makes it easy to loosen a bit and slide up tree.

[@fisherman_of_navarone]

Very good suggestions. I also think the cost of these set ips is ridiculous. I have been making saddle stands out of rebar but want to get into mobile stuff. These suggestions are great.

[@DrewWarren]

Eastern Woods Outdoors one-stick with Cruzr XC and Safeguard lol. Can’t beat that combo (any saddle will work)…. Get up a tree so fast and so quietly… my saddle (with filled pouches) and one stick are 9.6lbs together. I’m new to all of this and it feels WAAAAAY safer than the 4 Hawk Heliums and Predator. Little bit more expensive? Yes… but the space saved on storage, the ease of walking into the woods with a slim saddle and a tiny stick is pretty amazing. I also feel safer when climbing when one sticking… was getting too many kick outs on sticks and snags with line man.

[@DrewWarren]

So sorry… just saw the actual name of your channel!!! My list is not a budget list, but one to strive for if you can. Great video.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

No doubt the EWO stick is top of the line. I just could never justify the price given that one sticking is a tool in my tool box, not necessarily my only climbing method.

[@DrewWarren]

@@TheBudgetSportsman right on, i'm the opposite I suppose... that's my one-and-only besides stalking with NO climbing equipment. Good luck this season! It's coming up quick here in New England.

[@larrykim1982]

Good video. Safety is the most important thing. Good info on Rebel Fab.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Unfortunately I’ve been hearing reports that the rebel fab stick is no longer available.

[@madhuntsadventures]

Great information, my friend! I started the one stick journey just recently and am loving it so far. I'm using a 20" Hawk stick with an Artisan Fabrications top of the stick platform pared with a Latitude X-Wing platform (and occasionally an XOP Edge platform). Thanks for sharing! 👍🏼

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Nice. I am not totally sold on one sticking as a primary climbing method, but I do like having it in my tool box.

[@platinumpursuitoutdoors]

Great thoughts. Currently working on my one sticking climbing take away video! Lol

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Nice! Great minds…

[@anotheryoutuber_]

im a two stick fan with diy aiders, i can do about fifteen feet depending on the grade of the ground, then i set my ring of steps two more feet up most of the time that's all i need. if i need to get up just a bit more i just steal from the rings steps and use a basic cam strap. i can fit everything in/on a mountain smith fanny pack that then mounts using the waist belt to the tree. one sticking is fine and i can tell youve thought about and used that set up quite a bit. i just use a little less effort with the two sticks and i try and sweat and breath as little as possible during assent. one nice thing about one sticking is if you leave your setup in the tree you can jumar back up to it if you need to leave with the intention of returning. keep having fun dangling.

[@TrappingTheMitten-JohnHowell]

I am on my way to try my one stick setup for the first time right now. I am quite frugal and at the moment have roughly $200 into my setup total.

[@Metachenco]

EXCELLENT video man. I really appreciate the tips and safety considerations. Great information and good video! THANKS!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

You’re welcome. Glad you enjoyed.

[@barkingspider2007]

Great job on explaining the options. I've got all the options in climbing. Hawk Helium sticks for the 4 stick climb. SRT/ DRT kit from New York Saddle Hunter. My Big BOB one stick is on the way. I can sell off the gear not used once I have settled in on what works best for me. 50-75% of the cost will be recovered. The dyi options have a place for some folks, I'd rather spend more time in the woods. Once again thanks for the video. I have learned a lot from your channel and video's. 😎👍

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks for watching and good luck in the woods

[@CrewDogGamer]

im a big proponent of hooking my pulldown rope up as soon as im in the tree and using it as a pullup/letdown rope for my weapon

[@bkbowhunter1]

Great video I use my hawk stick and predator platform last year due to money and make sure I’d like it. This year I’m using the trophy line wingman. Great advice on using your linesman rope 👍

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks for watching!

[@huntsail3727]

Well done and thought out, great job.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thank you

[@davidhidalgo5662]

I started rappelling down first because of the safety factor in the dark and different weather conditions. Now Im trying one stick climbing still with platform next I will try just one sticking.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I am not convinced that I won’t go back to carrying a platform. It’s just more comfortable than my one stick platform

[@ThomasBush-oj6bx]

You are the man! Thank you

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thank you!! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

Good information. I’ve not tried one sticking although the repelling does look fun! 😁 👍

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I am not really all that sold on one sticking, thought I like having it in my arsenal. Rappelling, however I am a big fan of and used it on nearly every hunt last year, regardless of how I got up the tree.

[@jowhi9296]

I can't open link for the platform... Awesome video thank you

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I’ve heard that from a few people. It appears that rebel fab May no longer be making their one stick.

[@jowhi9296]

@@TheBudgetSportsman well that stinks. Thank you

[@kolbykidd793]

I do a Two tether set up and always use my linesman. I really like that my hands can be free while I'm moving my tether. One thing I think people should improve in rappel setups is the screwlink. They're not at all side load rated and personally I don't like that. I use a fireman's belay hook that's side load rated.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Interesting, I was always told that was the exact reason for using a quick link and not a carabiner, because the carabiner wasn't side load rated. Ill have to look into that more closely.

[@CountyLineAdventures]

Thanks for the info buddy! Well presented video, as always. Keep up the good work.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks my friend.

[@coreyingram947]

Started with XOP mini sticks with an artisan outdoors platform on my top stick last year. Discovered one sticking after those purchases and ended up purchasing the ultimate one stick from EWO. It is very expensive but I love the fact that I can get to any height I need to go and can go up a tree with limbs in a breeze. Was budget friendly before I found out about one sticking LOL.

[@scottlange6299]

@the budget sportsman I am not concerned about the weight, what I am looking for is the time efficiency of it all. Do you feel that there is a time saving measure with either sticks or 1 sticking? Seems like going up would take a bit longer with 1 stick but definitely quicker after.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I personally am way faster going up with multiple sticks but I have also spent more time using that system. Guys who are good at one sticking say they can be just as fast. There is no question that rappelling down is the fastest way down the tree and also no question that packing up one stick takes less time than 3 or 4 sticks. One sticking has the advantage of also being able to get higher than 3 or 4 sticks may be able to get, but lately I find myself hunting lower and trying to find good cover.

[@trxe420]

When you get into saddle hunting you quickly realize it is all about weight and bulk. You have to find what level of weight and bulk you are willing to live with, for me, I am willing to pay to get lighter. That is your tradeoff really. Getting into one sticking now, it is all about ditching some sticks to reduce the amount of stuff I have to carry in and also get higher. Right now, to get to the height I like to hunt, I need to carry 4 sticks and each stick weighs over 2lbs (Very old muddy pro's). I like to carry now 1 stick + 1 platform, that has saved some cost for me as I already had that and cuts about 6lbs, but more importantly it cuts down on the bulk. This also means less to pack up on the way out. The other thing is what you mentioned about safety on the way down, repelling feels a lot safer and faster. One thing I would say about the ultimaider is, you could consider just reducing it to one aider step. This means more moves, but I would sacrifice speed for safety and less bulk any day personally. Same thing goes with the lineman belt, just put it on from the ground. Yes, falling from 7 feet doesn't seem like a big deal, but fall on your back or onto a rock or stick and it is. Maybe I have to get to my tree 10m earlier, that isn't such a big deal when you think about it. Take your time, backup all your safety mechanisms.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on all of this!

[@XerGrizZz]

Yeah I'm getting a full one stick setup for next year slowly buying stuff I'm gonna try to get things on sale the Madrock is definitely tough to find the manufacturer has it in stock rn for 90$

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Madrock is worth it in my opinion. I got mine on sale for under $80 I think. It it took some watching and waiting.

[@jeffm.1656]

Good video, and good safety tips.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks Jeff.

[@RWTupper]

No back up (prussic etc.) for your mechanical descender?

[@fishingwithbrian5069]

Good info, thanks for sharing.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Your welcome!

[@kidneystones3406]

Great job on the video I would give you grade of A+ . I think weight factor is not a huge difference but the mobility is. The ability to carry less climbing stick is huge in my opinion. You don't have worry about making noise and 1 mini climbing stick packs better. I have a mini beast stick 1.5 lbs. I also a framed backpack which also makes big difference being mobile. I pack ghillie suit incase I setup on the fly. I am 50yrs and I highly recommend one stick climbing methods for older hunters. You dont have be a great athlete I seen read about hunters in thier 60s and 70s doing it.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching!

[@geoffjenkins4633]

I use a two step aider so I can spend more time on a stick step, which makes it easy to advance my tether often. I never have more than 2 ft of slack, and my rope (Canyon Elite) is rated for 3x the shock load from that fall. Fewer steps on the aider also means less overall movement while climbing which is the main negative I see to this method. That said, I'm currently using the 1s method for saddle and hang-on hunting.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I have a three step aider but I find myself only using the bottom step on the first hang of the stick at ground level. After that I tend to hang the stick in such a way that I’m only using two steps.

[@geoffjenkins4633]

@@TheBudgetSportsman Switch to a two step and see if it helps

[@garrettserigney3259]

The idea of shock load isn’t for the rope it is for you.. the rope no doubt will hold if it is a load rated rope.. I’m glad he made it clear that’s it’s not a fall arrest but a fall prevention device.. falling with even 2-3 feet of slack can cause enough force to break your back.. that is the exact reason why they moved to full body harness instead of the old safety belts in construction cause yeah it would stop you from falling but using a 6 foot tether you were guaranteed to break your back

[@tomnolan2186]

Just wondering if you back up your safeguard? I have a gri gri+ which is pretty much the same thing. Just got it during the off season. I know some people say that you should back a safeguard or the greedy plus up with the prusik when you're at hunting height. I'm not sure it's much of a mechanical device as more it is like a lever which pinches the rope to stop it.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Good point Tom. Probably should have mentioned that as well. I do try to backup the madrock in some way. Usually by a friction knot below the safeguard.

[@tomnolan2186]

@@TheBudgetSportsman I think I will probably do the same thing when at hunting height. Like your vids and I think I'm going to use my lineman's rope when ascending as well.

[@sspice8934]

@@TheBudgetSportsman FYI. . Madrock does not recommend backup knots below the safeguard. It could cause a failure of the device

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

They also don’t recommend ever taking your hand off the break line so you can’t follow all of the manufacturers recommendations. I believe the best option is to use an autoblock hitch that will provide a backup but will not grab as hard as a prusik.

[@sspice8934]

​@@TheBudgetSportsman keeping your hand on the brake end is for when you are belaying or rappeling. The directions say( DO NOT) in capitol letters tie a knot below because if you have slack and fall the knot could break the safeguard.I actually called the manufacturer to get clarification. Not trying to be a**hole just trying to keep someone from getting hurt.

[@peterupdikeswildtreasures4055]

Not for me, but to each his own. As always a great and informitive video, great job. When ya'lll start bow hunting up there? Good luck,

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Certainly not for everyone, in fact I forgot to mention in this video that its only a tool in my toolbox and only use it occasionally when the benefits outweigh the cons. We dont get to start hunting here in PA till the beginning of October, however I am going to CO in September for my first elk hunt.

[@Sawdustjones]

Hello budget sportsman, Ive just made the jump into one sticking. I appreciate the information about the rebel fab one stick. I decided to “try” to purchase it. It’s been over a week and I havnt gotten a update. I’ve tried reaching out on Facebook, email and over the phone. Do you have any other ideas on how to get ahold of them? Thank you for you help!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Unfortunately, I do not. I communicated by Facebook messenger and received updates when requested. However that was early this year in the off season. I’m assuming they are probably quite busy leading up to the season.

[@Sawdustjones]

@@TheBudgetSportsman I’ll try reaching out again, thank you for the message back!

[@TheSouthernObsession]

@@Sawdustjonesit’s been 5 months but I’m guessing you were some of the people looking to buy one but the guy owned Rebel and started building theses sticks kind of just disappeared. He marketed all over the saddle pages of Facebook and grew quick but then ghosted. I’m pretty sure some people never received their product.

[@mikeguy9668]

I want to give it a go. I want to use my beast stick and a platform. I make my own usa mods and want to know if i can still use it on my stick or should i go with the cam cleat??

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Personally I would go with the cam cleat. The USA will be fine for setting the stick but in my opinion it will be harder to remove for your transition…at least if you want to maximize the height for each move. The cam cleat can be released with only the tag end of the rope, mean you don’t actually have to reach all the way down to the attachment point.

[@mikeguy9668]

@@TheBudgetSportsman fair enough. Appreciate the response bud

[@LizardKing513]

I one sticked all last season and was miserable. I found it extremely noisy despite trying not to be and very fiddly. This is after practicing a lot with it. The worst was when the rappel rope got stuck on aggressive angle branches as I was trying to pull it down. Happened more than once. And forget trying to climb trees that have a lean. It’s an interesting method but I find carrying an extra few pounds of sticks into the woods a worthy investment. Like you mentioned, there’s not much of a weight difference. I did enjoy your vid, but you need to mention the serious downsides besides the cost and things to avoid.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I tend to agree with you. I definitely prefer carrying sticks. I just find it faster and smoother for me, but it seems to really work for some people. I’m sorry you found the video incomplete. While there are some downsides, the loudness was not an issue that I found to be a problem and I rarely had problems getting my rope out of the tree and I rappel no matter my climbing method. This video is certainly not the comprehensive video on everything there is to know about one sticking. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience.

[@67HuntAway]

I too, tie in before I leave the ground. The common refrain "It's only six feet." Is always spoken by people who haven't fallen 6' and not land on their feet. My cat like reflexes aren't quite what they use to be.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I think it’s the only way to climb.

[@alexboael25]

Thanks!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Your welcome

[@jakesmith6337]

How does that system work on trees with branches?

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

You would need two tethers. You would climb up as high as you can with the tether under the branch. Attach your second tether above the branch, remove lower tether and keep climbing

[@mississippihuas]

Where you get the cam lock set up

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

The cam cleat on the stick is from Eastern Woods outdoors.

[@andrewsanders5774]

The link for the rebel fab one stick doesn't work. Any chance you know where to get one?

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I believe they are no longer available. I’ve tried looking for them again and have not been able to find them. I’ve gotten the same feedback from others.

[@stevestevens2180]

The link don't work and I can not find them I'd like to try this stick any help

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Unfortunately, I’m hearing the same thing from everybody. It appears that the rebel fab stick is no longer in production.

[@joepatout6818]

Respectfully, I don’t agree with you that one sticking is necessarily expensive. I use a regular ole 20” Hawk Helium with the stock cam straps and versa button. Granted I’ve sanded down and smoothed out my versa button some to make the on/off a little easier. But as long as it’s a tree without branches, I come down by just loosening the cam strap and sliding the stick down. Not faster, but not hard either. Obviously, you gotta tie that stick to you so it don’t slide too far down! Been doing this a couple years now.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

ok you may be correct, but you are doing it in a way that 95% of people (or more) will not want to do it. Using a versa button and also one sticking back down is not the popular way to do it. Personally, I would NEVER one stick without the ability to rappel down...and that is where the cost starts to add up. I'm glad you found a budget way that works for you.

[@wendyandwalter40]

I don't see that rappelling has to be that expensive. I use a black diamond ATC, combined with 2 extra carabiners and an accessory cord for making an auto block. Affordable, safer than a purely mechanical system, and easier on my rope.

[@TheSouthernObsession]

@@wendyandwalter40yep I sold my madrock and bought a Mammut 2.0 with carabiner combo for half of what I sold the madrock for. 40ft of canton elite rope, auto block, and Tethrd locker.

[@outdoorsdestinations4293]

Im trying to find the rebel one stick and I don’t find it any help

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I looked as well. Maybe they are no longer making it. I am not sure.

[@RonBourgeois]

I also use my line man rope with my repel line. feel at lot safer.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I think it’s worth the extra effort and time.

[@travispham8047]

I would argue that you can buy the lbs saving if you want to. Same with multi-sticks. A TethrdOne with amsteel aiders and 40ft of Oplux combined is 2 lbs. Also onestickers are not advocating to onestick WITHOUT a lineman's belt at all!

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Sure you can buy the weight savings. The point was most folks forget to calculate the extra weight of rope and only consider the climbing method/platform weight. I have seen MANY videos of own stickers climbing without a lineman’s belt and not managing their tether slack while they climb.

[@tylerwagner5982]

Not gonna lie, the slack when stepping up scares the shit out of me every time I climb. I might have to start using my lineman's like you are here.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

It’s a pain, but it do feel like it adds an extra level of safety. Honestly I find myself using multiple sticks most often. For the marginal weight savings, I am faster up the tree with sticks and I feel safer.

[@chrispegg6547]

Just pick up a forked stick as you walk in and use it to put your tether right up high - I carry a 6' cane with a boat-hook

[@GiosSimCorner]

I would love to one stick climb but I'm not limber enough to hoist myself up a tree and use an aider

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Sorry to hear that. Some folks will tell you it’s so easy anyone can do it, but I do find it takes a little effort.

[@GiosSimCorner]

@@TheBudgetSportsman I ended with getting a 5th hawk mini stick. So I use 5 sticks instead of 4 and you know what it's not that bad. I rather be safe and feel comfortable than anything else

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Hey, I’m glad you found something that works for you. I’ll be honest I almost prefer multiple sticks over one sticking.

[@GiosSimCorner]

1 year update. I ended up losing close to 50lbs and bought a EWO one-stick one stick and used it for the first time on a bow hunt last weekend. Best decision ive made@@TheBudgetSportsman

[@jonmessing2606]

I recommend the hawk stick with the platform top you can order for it

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Any reason why you recommend that option?

[@jonmessing2606]

It’s lightweight and budget friendly, I really like the simplicity of not carrying a separate platform and the hawk helium platform that goes on the stick only cost me $35 on sale

[@jonmessing2606]

Also the total weight with amsteel daisy chains and aiders is right at 3.6 lbs

[@jonmessing2606]

Also the total weight with amsteel daisy chains and aiders is right at 3.6 lbs

[@jonathanpittman9210]

Dont worry about getting the best climbing rope for hunting. Watch trad climbing falls. Im guessing the cheapest 8mm climbing rope is never gonna be stressed more than 5% of its strength. If you fall while saddle hunting.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Hmmm. Not sure that’s a chance I’m willing to take. There are a lot of factors to a good rope. Breaking strength is certainly one, but so is abrasion resistance among other things. When my life is on the line, I think I’ll save up and buy quality rope.

[@apexpredatoroutdoors8308]

2TC has none of the deficiencies of stick climbing,. It's cheaper. safer, lighter, quieter, and is a far safer way to descend than rappelling. I can not only descend with one hand, but I can also climb using one hand/ arm, and one foot/ leg. No other method is as capable for mobile elevated hunting.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I’ve been considering trying it. Thanks for the input.

[@GregWindler]

Can't imagine doing all that in the dark.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I tried it for a while, I prefer multiple sticks.

[@cjr4497]

A slack fall will cut or de-sheath the rope with just about all mechanical devices. The shock load won't be a factor. You hitting the ground will be. The smaller the diameter of the rope, the more likely it will cut. Someone is going to get seriously hurt or killed doing this method. A 20" fall is all it takes to cut or de-sheath the rope. Dynamic rope should be used for this method as well.

[@franklinkungfu]

Good video on one sticking, but one sticking is over rated. I use a climbing method that is safer, less expensive, lighter, and faster than one sticking.

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I don’t disagree with you. I barely used my one stick setup last season

[@franklinkungfu]

@@TheBudgetSportsman out of curiosity, what was your climbing method?

[@brandonloukota4760]

People spend so much money to get lighter weight gear, saving a pound or two here and there for 100’s of dollars. Dudes, just skip your lunch everyday for a few weeks and you’ll have 5-10lbs less to carry through the woods and up a tree AND you’ll save money since you’re eating less meals.

[@brandonloukota4760]

Replying to add: Not this guy, I’m referring to the 250 lbs guys who spend tons on the top of the line gear to save weight

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

I’m not one to comment on other peoples weight, but you do have a point. I myself have actually lost 13 lbs this summer and it didn’t cost me a penny. The only way I could cut 13 lbs from my setup is to hunt from the ground.

[@taylor1982100]

Lol

[@BG-bx4ey]

1. It's for hipsters 2. The end

[@TheBudgetSportsman]

Someone sounds upset that they aren’t part of the cool kids club 😎 😂

[@steveguse4481]

😆😆

[@wendyandwalter40]

BG, I'm a 51yo fat fuzzy hippie redneck. I wasn't even hipster when it was hip to be hipster. I will say that while there is a serious problem in the industry, and especially on KZbin, with influencers, over hyped gear, and inflated costs, saddle hunting can be an effective, affordable system that adds a lot of maneuverability for hunters that used to depend on stagnant hunting systems like box blinds and tree stands. But you gotta love tweaking your own systems in order to get there. I got tired of staring at the same old corn pile every year.