High-end Climbing Stick Comparison: We Put Five Of The Best Against Each Other!

[@jamiejohnston4983]

I've been watching videos on sticks for a week off and on. This is the best one I've seen yet

[@StaggsintheWild]

We have one on JUST the Tethrd One sticks as well on the channel if you're intrigued by those...

[@jamiejohnston4983]

@@StaggsintheWild thanks I'm gonna check that one out!

[@lymanclark5537]

Good info on some subjects I hadnt considered. Thanks

[@IATG-tl3jf]

Dang bro. Awesome detail. Thanks for all you do.

[@StaggsintheWild]

Appreciate those kind words!

[@JohnSims3]

Thanks for the review! I like the EWO's as you can add a platform. My old ass is getting too tired to be lugging around my 3 step Heliums!!

[@reddawng43x91]

You can add a platform to any of em

[@scouthunteat6807]

Your reviews are absolutely phenomenal man... Great work. Your boy does well to

[@matthewkope6936]

Used the UP platform and 1 stick today to practice, latitude saddle and was hands down the easiest and best way to get into a tree- I was up fast , once in the tree it wasn’t hard to position to the right of where I was- coming down was super safe and simple- thanks for your videos! That UP platform was super stable- I’m 255ish

[@JWgameandFish]

Kid just said, these suck! 🤣🤣 that's a real review. Thanks boys!

[@reddawng43x91]

😂

[@donovanstockton44]

This is an instant classic. What a great overview of all of the major high end sticks.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Just realized I wasnt subbed to your channel... oops!! Great videos man, keep up the good work!

[@ssfd739]

I was pretty excited to see the in-depth shakedown of the Trophy Line budget option to see if it would beat a $$$ stick. I guess we will never know.

[@StaggsintheWild]

The Beast sticks are in my top two sticks … having said that, I did sell those off after this review and still own three sets of Trophyline double-step minis. Heads up, stick-to-stick, I’d choose Beast over mini. But the price point of the minis let’s me buy multiple sets of sticks for prehung sets. If I’m purchasing a top-of-the-line set of sticks, I’m buying EWOs - the stick I feel sets the standard for all others.

[@jamesarettajr501]

I got 4 of the c1 carbon sticks 2with aiders. I really like them. Lite and built well. Gets the job done! Good customer service to.

[@StaggsintheWild]

Knowing what I do of Jason so far, I can see him having absolutely impeccable customer service!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

How high are u getting? How do u like them?

[@timb2294]

I noticed at 15:01 he didn’t go around the post before starting the x pattern. I’m not sure how big a deal it is but I’m always careful with the details when it comes to climbing.

[@StaggsintheWild]

I’m not sure it’s a big deal … we had hunted for a couple months off them before making this video (see the review of JUST the One sticks on this channel…). By this point we knew we’d be sending them on down the road as soon as this video was done. 😊

[@rylandrummonds]

Also, very glad you included the Novix Minis in this comparison. Gives people a great budget friendly option and I personally think they compare very well to some of the other high end sticks. 1.5 pounds each isn’t bad at all. I actually just ordered some during this Black Friday sale. 4 Mini Double sticks for $175. That cannot be beat for the price. Thanks for all these detailed review comparisons, Greg. Much appreciated!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

What do you suggest between shikarrs or beast minis? Stand off is really important to me, but the minis seemed more solid and are cheaper right now

[@StaggsintheWild]

You would be happy with either, and if price comes into play a bunch I know the non-drilled Beasts are a good buy. Their machining is impeccable as well. But it’s just hard for me give up footroom over other variables. Between the two, I’d still probably choose the Shikars.

[@christopherd7922]

I’m trying to decide on which set to buy between the EWO and Beast sticks. This will be my first set for mobile hunting. I like the step off on the EWO, but my concern is where it is out so far off the tree is it twist left to right? Where the Beast sticks are closer it appears that would be less likely to happen. Your son mentioned how solid the Beast sticks where and really didn’t say that about the EWO. What are your thoughts? I hope to buy one set and be done with it. Ty great videos

[@StaggsintheWild]

I’ve ran the EWO sticks ever since they came out … they will NOT budge on a tree. Period. There’s probably over a dozen guys, at least - if not way more, that have bought them based on my recommendation. Not one time has anyone been disappointed. The Beast sticks are good … the EWO sticks are great.

[@PrivilegedBowhunter]

Nice, just earned a new subscriber🤙🏿

[@StaggsintheWild]

Thanks! Glad to have you on board!

[@paulhinchey8365]

Looking to get into saddle hunting and stumbled across your channel and it has been awesome. Thank you for your in depth reviews. Would you recommend the angled or straight steps on the EWO sticks?

[@StaggsintheWild]

Thanks for the kind words! I prefer the straight, but it's totally personal preference. I've felt very secure and comfortable on them, and am slightly hesitant to introduce any kind of unnatural lean that cants my ankles unnaturally -- though I've heard a few guys say they like the angled. I just see no need. :)

[@craigholland2274]

Good review. Was thinking about getting the ewo sticks but how many do you think I need to get 18 to 20 ft up. I'm 6 1 and could do an aider on the bottom stick?

[@StaggsintheWild]

You’ll need four unless you make a fairly long aider or move it up with you. Then you might could get by with three.

[@craigholland2274]

@@StaggsintheWild I have 3 hawk helium regular sticks now. Think I would be better off w 4 ewos?

[@StaggsintheWild]

@@craigholland2274 it would be like going from a VW Bug to a Ferrari 😁

[@craigholland2274]

@@StaggsintheWild Ha

[@genesis3dprinting]

Nice work team Staggs! Great video, and you can see a lot of work went into this video.

[@fishingwithphil2582]

Am I doing something wrong but on the EWO website I keep coming up with 143.00 a piece????? Help!!!

[@StaggsintheWild]

The prices have went up since I made this video last year, I know that … I haven’t looked on the site at them in a while though.

[@fishingwithphil2582]

@@StaggsintheWild ok thank you I just wanted to make sure I was using their website correctly.

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Yep! That's cheap, start adding camo dip and rope mod attachments and watch what happens!!!!!

[@reddawng43x91]

@@mr.skeptical3071lol exactly $200 a stick for a 1.5lb stick that’s bulky

[@phaxiong95]

How about the novix mini, lonewolf mini single and double steps sticks

[@StaggsintheWild]

Novix minis are actually featured at the end of this video.

[@shawnwaterman6732]

Beast has the no hole option also for a cheaper stick. Nice review.

[@StaggsintheWild]

Thanks!

[@reddawng43x91]

Added weight too no bueno

[@bkbowhunter1]

Im probably switching to 1 sticking. And definitely going with a ewo stick But my question. Il be using either predator platform or cruzr new platform. So I’m looking at getting a stick with no little platform on to the stick. I and getting a 2 step aider ( just watched your aider video 👍) what would be a good stick length. Im 5’10

[@StaggsintheWild]

My personal opinion is that a stick is really useless for one-sticking after 12” of length, because all it really is is a placeholder that connects the bottom step to hold your aider and a means to hold your top step o platform ... unless you just need it to fit onto a backpack more securely or another reason like that.

[@BelowAverageRazzleDazzle]

Thos timber ninja's were making some noise.... Wow...

[@wyattpoovey9575]

Where are you finding the EWO sticks for $115?

[@StaggsintheWild]

This video is a couple years old … the prices have went up since I made it.

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Exactly!!!!!

[@shimmeringleaves8181]

Good job on the review. I wish you would have taken this one step further and showed how solid each of the the sticks were when pushed against horizontally. This would show how secure the stand-offs are against the tree when cinched down. We all know as one climbs up you're grabbing the next stick with your hand for some leverage when taking the next step. Thanks again for the review.

[@teenelomz9402]

Great in depth video. You just saved me a bunch of money. I love my standard Beast Sticks and will now be getting the minis. Stealth strips only add negligible weight and make them dead silent. Can you share a link with that stick attachment thing you guys use on your belts to carry the sticks while climbing?

[@StaggsintheWild]

www.tx5customgear.com/shop/p/versa-loop

[@chrisunruh6485]

Why do you like the winner so much more than the beast stick? Is it the standoffs? If standoff wasn’t as important to you would you choose the beast? The beast sticks is the only one I’ve ever used.

[@StaggsintheWild]

Yes, standoff height (which ultimately leads to increased footroom) is a HUGE criteria for me. With all things being equal ... solid attachment, stability, lack of flex in the stick, etc., etc... I'll take the stick that provides a more comfortable climb all day long and twice on Sunday. Now... having said that -- the Beast sticks are solidly my #2 choice. They are a GREAT stick, and you're not missing out too much by using them. The machining is meticulous, they have a very "sexy" look about them, and some people actually prefer their flat stacking vs. the staggered stacking. Personally, I don't think how a stick stacks matters to a hill of beans because 99 times out of a 100 if someone is carrying four sticks in, they're going to have them strapped to the back side of a backpack. Hope those additional thoughts help. :)

[@chrisunruh6485]

@@StaggsintheWild yes helps a bunch. I have the mentality that if I’m buying something I’m going to get the best and skip the, “I’m going to just try this to see if I like it” phase. So I have nothing to compare the beast sticks to and this is my first year to use sticks. Been hunting over 20 years and always uses screw ins. Not gonna lie, the one sticking is looking really awesome even if I still use my lock on stand. Think it would work? I’ll just use my safety harness and should work fine.?

[@StaggsintheWild]

@@chrisunruh6485 I’ve never tried one-sticking with a harness as opposed to a saddle … I do have a couple friends though that one-stick snd use a hang-on when they reach hunting height. If it was a small hang-on, you could just put it on your back and climb with it; otherwise, I’d just pull it up once you get to where you wanna be with a rope.

[@joem6779]

perfect stick , about year away,

[@mattfdepp1]

As a new hunter/new saddle hunter, I really appreciate the sturdy feel of the beast sticks. I've now got a monarch platform on the top stick and plan to use that for 2-3hr sits. Would like to ditch the buckle straps for ropes, can you rec amsteel rope dia and loop size??

[@StaggsintheWild]

Absolutely! Order some 1/4” Amsteel ... lots of places have it, including doublesteps.com. I have a video on this channel called “Modding Trophyline Mini Sticks: Turning Camaros Into Corvettes” or something like that. I show exactly how to do it step by step in that video.

[@mattfdepp1]

@@StaggsintheWild thanks man. I'll order from double steps with the nice shock cord loops attached. What size loop do I want for it to be snug over the button?

[@StaggsintheWild]

@@mattfdepp1 watch the video - I show how to splice it directly onto the versa button so it can’t come off as you’re walking in and out of the woods. 😊

[@TheJoeml85]

he said no one's gonna use a strap with high end sticks i would always use a cam strap screw then amsteel shit

[@reddawng43x91]

😂

[@TheJoeml85]

@@reddawng43x91 this didn’t age well i ditched the cam buckles and now use amsteel with the latitude carbon sticks 🙈🤣

[@EasternWild]

@@TheJoeml85😂

[@scotthesterly1535]

So the clear winner is onesticking 😂

[@rylandrummonds]

My goodness, that’s surprising to see and hear that on the Timber Ninjas. Not only do they have the super small standoff but that squeaking is an absolute deal breaker imo. We’re talking about a hunting stick. I would expect way better for sticks at that price. Easy pass!

[@StaggsintheWild]

Surprised us, too. And it just wasn’t us - lots of folks have complained about it.

[@ryanholmgren9345]

Why no LWCG!

[@StaggsintheWild]

I had to draw the line somewhere ... and these were the five that interested me the most, and that I’d received the most requests about doing a video on. 👍

[@rileytheamazingdude3600]

Nice job fellas.

[@nonetheless01]

You can't do high end with out the lwcg double step d'acquisto series sticks.

[@huntingmississippi3113]

Personally, after either owning or trying out several of these sticks, if you compared the LWCG doubles side by side with other double sticks, I think they would end up towards the middle or bottom third for most people. Their stacking is absolutely awesome, but in terms of use in hunting situations (especially angled trees) they aren’t great. My personal ranking of the sticks included in the video and the LWCG doubles would be 1. Beast sticks (stealth striped) 2. EWOs 3. Shikars 4. Trophy line (due to value) 5. LWCG 6. Ninjas (due to noise & $) 7. Tethrd ones (due to issues, noise, and foot room)

[@StaggsintheWild]

I would swap Nos. 1 & 2 but other than that I’m right with you 👍 It just depends on what you place priority on: footroom, or stacking. I’ll personally take the footroom and staggered stack because I’m going to be strapping sticks to a backpack anyway. But great assessment! And thanks for the comment. Appreciate you tuning in!

[@Cooter_25]

Foot room is a none issue..... I can't believe anyone buys that. I believe Catalyst is coming out with a taller standoff. Hopefully it will be readability available with their sticks.

[@StaggsintheWild]

You’d be in a HUGE minority if you think footroom is a non-issue ... but that’s ok; we love ya anyway, LOL! Yes, Catalyst was doing their best to get us an early set of their new sticks for this video (frankly, it’s the sole reason it didn’t come out two months ago ...) but they kept tweaking the design and I finally had to move on without them.

[@Cooter_25]

@@StaggsintheWild That is one of the great things about saddle hunting. The manufacturers listen to the wants and needs and deliver great products that will meet them. Do you have an ION coming to review? If not I would be happy to send you mine whe I get it to review it.

[@StaggsintheWild]

@@Cooter_25 That's super-nice of you to offer; I actually have a very good buddy of mine that has one coming, though I'm undecided as of yet if I'm going to do a video on it yet since there's talk that there may not be that many made... It's kind of pointless to do a review on something that's not readily available to the public :)

[@mr.skeptical3071]

It's a huge issue to me

[@reddawng43x91]

Wow! Timber ninja must be the worst stick ever marketed and sold ever ! 1.5 lbs a piece and creeks noisy af! $150 a piece after tax! No damn way! 😂

[@harleyhunter68]

no love for lwcg i guess

[@StaggsintheWild]

Those were the five I was most interested in when I filmed the video.