Best Climbing Stick Attachment Method

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The standard cam buckle straps that come with climbing sticks work totally fine, but there are better options in my opinion for mobile, run-and-gun hunters. I've done videos on the rope mod before, but now there are newer options to discuss as well. In particular, the Versa Lite strap and amsteel daisy chain both offer quicker and easier attachment than a typical rope mod. From a weight perspective, the amsteel daisy chain is the clear winner at less than an ounce, but all methods have some pros and cons that I discuss in the video.

[@CATfishTONY]

I just wanted to reach out and say thank you very much for the information you provide you truly have I believe saved many Hunters lives

[@michaelmangano8733]

Great video. Of all the people on KZbin your one of the best at explaining the topic.

[@jamesmarshall5794]

Love those versa lite straps. You should make a new climbing setup video. One where it shows how you setup in the tree with your saddle setup from start to finish.

[@swd37sd]

Excellent video and timing. My friend and I are buying material and were undecided on buying webbing or Amsteel for a daisy chain. Thanks!

[@paulcrave3112]

Good video. Thanks for the shout out. Glad you could learn something from me. Lol

[@MarkDohring]

Great video.. I just posted one also comparing the cam, rope mod and versa strap.. I’m going to have to also look into the Amsteel .. thanks for posting .. I may need to get more detailed on my posts...I’m new to posting ... lol.. trying to build that channel.. thanks for the info u give us all

[@chrisfranklin1535]

Great comparison video. I too made my own 7/64 a steel daisy chain and love it. I braid them while watching a ball game or something and it goes fairly quick. I personally chose orange as it helps me spot my tree in the dark in the am. I don’t find that it makes any difference to the deer. Thanks again. Have a great season.

[@DIYWhitetail]

Great stuff man! Amsteel is what I’m going to try for sure. My 8mm static is kind of bulky

[@vn3outdoors606]

Awesome mod. Wish i found this out 10 yrs ago. Anything to cut weight and noise on my pack.

[@Michael_P23]

I'm 3 years late but if you use tablecloth weights that you can clip on the end of your rope to swing around the tree it makes it much easier!

[@SticksSteelAboveBelow]

Amsteel is meant for a straight line pull, stronger than wire cable , but as soon as it is in an abrasion environment, it will wear out quick. Even dirt and grit from bark will abrade it inside, meant to say this in my 1st comment, Haha!

[@chattfiremike]

Great video! Thanks for the tips and advice!

[@powellc2232]

outstanding video. Regarding the daisy chain amsteel, do you find it hard to swing it around a large tree? I've found the buckle on the original straps very handy when swinging straps around exceptionally large diameter trees. thanks for these videos.

[@Chris-fy5mk]

Great video as always. Do you know of anyone using the cam cleat system on an actual lock? I’m considering adding cleats to my lone wolf to get rid of the buckles.

[@robertsophiea05]

bought my sticks used and they came with the rope mod. I think i am the only guy who upgraded to the "cam strap mod". I don't care about saving ounces, and with the cams you can get the stick tight on crooked trees.

[@Labradorslobber]

You can cinch the Versalink tight. Run the rage end back through one of the loops. Pull tight and wrap around the button. Then half hitch.

[@upnorthoffcuts929]

Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@dustinabramson9533]

I’m using 7/64 Amsteel this year but instead of daisy chain I’ve made them into Woopie Slings. I have not climbed up into a tree with them yet, but the one I did wrap around the a tree seemed to hold just fine. (I also added 5 beads to give me something to through around the tree) getting down I’d my concerns and relieving the bite.

[@Chriskelly19067]

Amazing info... now which one attracts the deer???

[@donulin2410]

I really like your videos: clear explanations, straight to the point. Thanks a lot. I'm curious as to why you prefer the shorter (20-inch) climbing sticks. I guess it's to get around branches and stuff, and also maybe they are easier to carry. But don't they limit how high you can get, unless you want to carry a lot of them?