How to Hang a Tree Stand in 5 Minutes!

[@GRockBlues]

Dude...look how young you were back then...hard to believe all these years have gone by so quickly!!...here's to you and your awesome channel that has grown like crazy!

[@superjoint57]

I am 40 years old and have been hunting since I was 12. This will be the first year I hunt out of a hang-on stand (or two). So thank you for this video. While this vid may seem elementary to some, for me as a beginner I greatly appreciate it! Thank You & Happy Hunting!!!

[@DIYSportsman]

Glad I was able to help. Good luck this season!

[@superjoint57]

DIY Sportsman Thanks...Same to you!

[@69jbr69]

Getting near 40 myself and I am thinking of getting a hang-on just for the mobility. Long time hunter as well but remember when hang-ons were first getting big and everyone falling all the time with the old tech and having no interest in them. Much better now and think I have to try it. So did it work out well? No falls I hope.

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks. Although a prussic style safety rope wouldn't really work for a one time hang-and-hunt, another idea that has been proposed to me (and that I will likely do in the future) is to simply have a 2nd lineman's belt on my harness. Whenever I would need to disconnect the first one, I would first attach the 2nd (above the branch or stand) so that I'm always strapped in. Thanks for the concern and advice. You can never take safety too seriously. I had one close call once and that was enough.

[@ChrisBusinsky]

Had my first public land hang and hunt Monday and even though I didn’t get a deer I did have a close call. Scouting paid off. This video was very helpful in making my hang a success and also getting quickly and safely up the tree. Thanks again for the tips.

[@joshmiller902]

I've been in the woods all day, so when that mosquito came buzzing around your mic at 2:45, I almost knocked my headset off my ears swatting at it.

[@gubeym]

Thanks for the vid. It's my first year hunting and I am doing the educational course in August. Trying to understand as much as I can before I start this season. This really helps since I have no one in my family who hunts. Thanks again.

[@ajdube9967]

That's badass! I've been deer hunting from the ground for 19 years. Where I spend most of my time hunting there just isn't enough trees hunt from. But I found a new spot that has some stands for public use. But the deer aren't dumb and there's a few spots that would be awesome to hang a stand. Learning the tree safety and tricks is fun. Kinda revived my love for deer. Just bought a stand and a set of sticks and I'll be using this technique for sure. Another thing too is I'm deathly afraid of heights lol. I'm good once I get in the tree and sit down. Up and down on some of these other stands is nerve wrecking. So being able to set a stand how I feel comfortable will be great. Thanks again and good luck!

[@JayN4GO]

I’ve watched you for many years and I always check out this vid before going mobile each year.

[@ParamotorLife]

Great Video, I like the technique. Personally I was nervous watching you disconnect from the tree and step into the lock-on stand from the sticks (which is where most fall happen) totally disconnected. I think I would have attached my tether first above the lock-on BEFORE I disconnect the linesmen belt. that way if you fall, at least you are connected. Good info though. Stay Safe!

[@karlmadsen3179]

Totally agree. One should never be disconnected at any time after leaving the ground. Gravity never takes a break, but you'll break for sure when you go thud.

[@morganlife7787]

Usually there’s one in every crowd to be safety police. I guess there are 2 in this case.

[@ParamotorLife]

@@morganlife7787 Dude, it was a suggestion started out of concern that statistics show the transition from the tree onto the stand is the point that a fall is most likely to happen. No one is policing anyone. I would like to see this gentleman continue to enjoy the outdoors and support his family for may years to come and not from a wheelchair, so I mentioned a potential change to his technique. That's ALL. I call it having a conversation, like adults. If he was offended, he is free to respond! Or do you think he is incapable and its YOUR job? Shamefull that this triggered you.. I would hope you would care enough about your brother sportsmen that you would want to see them be as safe as reasonably possible. Glad your not my hunting buddy..

[@morganlife7787]

I’m pretty sure he’s been hunting from a tree stand long enough to know how to be safe. He was doing a video. He may not have even been 3’ off the ground in that clip.

[@ParamotorLife]

@@morganlife7787 Out of respect for this channel I'm done replying to you after this post. Don't assume for a second that I'm questioning is competency as a hunter. That was never the case. I also didn't assume that he was 3' off the ground. He may have been or he may have been 20' in the air. I don't know and neither do you. However he was showing a technique that brought concern to me for his safety. I was respectful in how I presented my concern. Interestingly It would seem the only one that has an issue with it is you, not him. With all that said I am done. I wish you a happy safe and successful hunting season.

[@briancook4763]

Love the loop idea... I've been using bungees with carabiners. Works, but more of a hassle than the loops... thanks!

[@vincentc2466]

glad you learned about the lineman's and staying connected to the tree at all times since this vid

[@steveplantz7199]

Great tips here, the only thing I would add is a second lineman's rope for going around branches or when you are hooking yourself in once you are in your stand so you are always connected to the tree at all times.

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes, totally agree about the 2nd rope! Often what I'll do now is girth hitch or clip in the tether to the harness and use it as the 2nd rope for passing branches and staying connected.

[@clarkansas6590]

Watched this a while back and was impressed. I’m still impressed because after several hangs, I’ve not been able to get it done in 5. But I do like this method better than carrying around the heavy and loud 4’ sections of climbing pole ladder. Thanks for the great info.

[@ultratec66]

Thanks for the reply. Im new to hang ons. I always used a climber or ladder stand. I ordered my LW Alpha the other day, so Ill try it with one and see how it feels.

[@DIYSportsman]

I uploaded the update video. Thanks again for bringing up that important point. Link is in the description.

[@DIYSportsman]

Awesome. Glad you liked it! Hopefully by this weekend I will have the follow-up video posted. I'm gonna show further modifications I made to the harness and sticks that allow you to get higher, faster, and safer.

[@DIYSportsman]

Awesome! You will LOVE the added versatility and mobility you get with the hang on. The vast majority of trees I hunt wouldn't work with a climber and ladders aren't nearly as mobile. Let me know how you like it.

[@russelllangworthy8855]

I'm 60 yrs old and have been climbing trees since I was 5. We used to actually play tag in the trees, jumping from limb to limb like monkeys. None of us ever fell. Of course, kids don't do that these days. They sit in the house playing video games, so they don't develop any level of athleticism. I've been bowhunting for 42 yrs and have never used a safety rope and have never fallen out of a tree. Yes, I know accidents can and do happen, and you're all probably saying I've just been lucky, but I don't call it luck. I call it skill and competence. I don't know why so many people are being critical of this video. The young man is in good shape and seems comfortable climbing the tree. It's his life and his prerogative whether or not he wants to use additional safety measures. All you complainers, leave the kid alone. If it makes you feel safer to use a safety rope, by all means, use it. Besides, if he DOES fall, it makes for great video and you guys can all say "told ya so".

[@wismokey]

Nice video. One thing though, use a safety rope from the time you leave the ground until you return to the ground. When you disconnected the rope to get into the stand is the most dangerous time. A safety rope eliminates that. Also, I use a tree stand hoist to pull up my stands.

[@codyherman2977]

Not everyone is afraid to step into a tree stand.

[@wismokey]

@@codyherman2977 Me either. I just don't want to end disabled or dead from the fall.

[@dustinlafollette7642]

@Cody Herman this is solid advise and any seasoned lineman would agree.

[@Labradorslobber]

@@codyherman2977 I don’t think it’s fear. That’s the most likely spot to take a fall. You’ll agree when you’re older and wiser.

[@derekschuett1486]

Great video! I used to have the regular Lone Wolf sticks w/ the Alpha stand, but I sold it because the setup was heavier and took more time to be ready to hunt than my climber . Now you inspired me to get the mini sticks and Assault to add a super mobile setup to my arsenal that could be used in almost any tree! Thanks!

[@derekschuett1486]

Did I read correctly that you live in Minnesota? My friend and I drove along the Mississippi River on the MN side on Nov. 9th on our way back from a Buffalo County, Wisconsin bowhunting trip. We saw quite a few people along the road in blaze orange...assumed that it was opening day for the MN gun deer hunt.

[@derekschuett1486]

Have you ever tried the muddy sticks? I'm a little torn right now because they have the double step, and the rope cam system seems like it would attach very quickly and quietly. I only hunt public land, so I pack in and out for each hunt. Although, the lighter weight of the Lone Wolf sticks is also appealing since some of my hikes in can be lengthy. I know I will be going back and forth between the 2 until I finally pull the trigger on a set.

[@Patriot_80]

Nice! The Lone Wolf products are so nice. The mini sticks look pretty slick as I have the longer ones. Thanks for sharing and happy hunting!

[@ubet28]

First off thanks for sharing.. When you are going in to set up do take a pack in with you? If so how do you carry everything, strap the pack to the stand? I have a lone wolf wide flip top climber but have been thinking about getting a set of LW sticks and a LW alpha to move in close to bedding area and set up at midnight and don't want to have to be looking around for a straight tree.. Last question what line men's belt are you using? Is the HSS rope style with parasitic knot? Again thanks for sharing...

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks, Ryan. I actually wouldn't mind trying the regular size sticks. But the mini's work really well with the Assassin platform I have.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Do you always pack you stand when you go into the woods, or do you sometimes leave the stand in the tree? I never thought of a hang on stand as being a mobile stand...I have exclusively used climbers, but might need to check out some hang ons!

[@DIYSportsman]

About 90% of the time, yes I'll hang and take down the stand each time I hunt. In fact, in much of the public land around here, it's illegal to leave a stand in the woods overnight. About the only time I'll leave it up is if a deer goes down close by, and I want to back out quietly to give it time, or if I'm on a really hot rut funnel and know I'm going right back there the next hunt. I used a climber when I first started hunting but my success has gone up tremendously now that I can use a hang on to hunt in areas that I couldn't with a climber.

[@DIYSportsman]

Best way is to take everything out of the woods each day you hunt, which is actually required on a lot of public land. However, two things you can try. 1 - put a lock around the stand. Won't help much for sticks unless you want to lock each individually. 2 - remove just the bottom 2 sticks or so each time you leave. People could still take them if they really wanted, but might be less inclined to go out of their way if they can't reach the 3rd stick to climb up.

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks for providing that info! I was unaware. I also really love their Assassin stand but I don't know that they market or sell them anymore.

[@dschaeffer1833]

Hey! I am looking at purchasing a new hang on stand and climbing sticks. I am looking for something light weight (stand and sticks). I need something I can pack in and out because lots of theft near me. The link to the XOP climbing sticks does not work and I can't go right to their website to find them either. I was looking at XOP and Lone Wolf for stand and stick combo. I like how those XOP's stick together so that you can pull them off one at a time like you showed. Do you have any thoughts on going with Lone Wolf or XOP? Also have you seen the stacked outdoors ladder sticks? They come in a 4 pack and only weigh 9.4lbs. I thought about with going with XOP stand or Lone Wolf stand and stacked outdoor ladder sticks. but might not be able to backpack them in with other stand. Thank you for your time!

[@DIYSportsman]

Lone Wolf (regular LW, not the newer Lone Wolf Custom Gear) and XOP are going to be fairly similar. XOP has a little bigger and easier footing with its steps, but is a bit heavier and produced overseas if that's a factor for you. I personally like sticks with double steps the best. The two best options for those, in my opinion, are the Beast Gear sticks (which are expensive but sell out within hours of new batches coming in) or Hawk Helium sticks. The Stacked outdoors are another option. I posted a video interview from ATA on those this spring. They are a little heavier and shorter but have huge steps that are very easy on the feet.

[@wojlandry89]

Thats awesome man. I fished for LSU Shreveport for 4 years. Traveled all over the country! It was awesome. I've got some buddies that fished for Wisconsin Stephens Point. I'm ready for bow season though.

[@DominickAlan]

This is an awesome set up , even with owning a new saddle set up, I keep coming back to my LW assault and four mini LW climbing sticks...

[@Oklahoma75]

I really enjoy your videos. Creative ideas! Thx! I am thinking of switching from a climber to a hang on. Lots of videos on how to put on a hang on, but not a lot on taking them down. Do you have a video or know of any good ones on the subject? Thx again and good luck this fall.

[@DIYSportsman]

Same thing but in reverse. Make sure you're strapped in, then step down on the top stick. With your weight being held by a linemans belt, use both hands to undo the strap. If I'm low to the ground, I'll gently toss the stand down, preferably onto a small branch that breaks the fall. Otherwise I'll fold it and tighten the strap down in the tree, then put it on my back and continue down.

[@catboat4228]

Thanks a bunch their not bad like they are i really appreciate your time love your videos keep up the instructional vids....any advice on DIY pack straps ?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Cat Boat Straps for the stand or for a pack? I have a "Top 5 Tree stand Mods" video where I talk about strap mods.

[@tjsoutdoors4786]

I like your video I have a question for you what is the name of the lineman rope your using I like that it doubles as linemans rope and feather strap

[@DIYSportsman]

That was the stock Lone Wolf rope in the video. I always use separate ropes for lineman and tether now. It's a bit safer. I made my own with Samson Predator rope but the closest ones you can buy are the ones from Aero Hunter.

[@tjsoutdoors4786]

@@DIYSportsman ok thank you very much for the info.

[@WingsnBones]

What is your linemans rope setup? Is it adjustable in length with some kind of adjusting device or do you just have it set to a certain set length that fits most trees? I really like how you used it as your tie off for your harness once you were in the stand also. Definitely interested in something like that. Thanks.

[@DIYSportsman]

dml 1010 The rope in the video is the off the shelf belt from Lone Wolf. My current lineman's belt is Petzl 8mm Vector cord with a Wild Country Ropeman 2 Ascender and Black Diamond carabiners. It allows easy one-handed adjustment in both directions. A prusik, on the other hand, only allows one-handed adjustment in one direction.

[@hunterskinner9273]

I know this is a very old video and I prolly wont get a response but, how did you take your linemans rope and transform it right into your overhead safety line? Thanks!

[@chooseanothername868]

What safety rope are you using? I see that you used it as a lineman belt on the way up, then as a safety tether in the stand.

[@chooseanothername868]

***** Thanks for the info. Watched this video just in time- was about a day or two from pulling the trigger on a LW hand climber, but I think I'm gonna go this route instead. Great videos, bud. Keep 'em coming!

[@ILhunter23]

Hey thanks for the tips! I went out and hung my stand for the first time ever and took me about 10 min. I see you only have one strap on the stand? Also how do you go about wrapping the strap around the stand?

[@mchughcb]

Nice vid. Couple of things have changed in the market place since this vid. Lone wolf doesn't make the mini sticks anymore and your assault stand must be an old one because my one has two attachment straps to the tree. Its going to take more than five minutes with the extra strap, plus a lifesman belt for a safety line but under 7 minutes is a good bet. Thanks for posting.

[@DIYSportsman]

Lone wolf made the mini sticks for their Assassin platform. Since that was discontinued, it doesn't surprise me that the mini sticks were also discontinued. The parachord loops work with full length sticks as well, and the thing to remember is that they save time is you only need three instead of four minis. I was taking to a guy in response to my climbing stick webbing extension video who uses just two full length sticks each with the extensions which must be extremely fast. Many guys choose to use the newer stands with only one strap still, but you're absolutely right that adding that extra strap and using a lineman belt the whole way will add time. I should make an updated video.

[@mchughcb]

DIY Sportsman Good idea, I watched your video and made a 600mm loop using 8mm spectra cord with a fishermans knot about 0.37lb. I might just make one more and use just two of my standard lone wolf sticks. That should get me up 14.5ft and not weigh more than 5.8lb. For the forests down here we don't need to be 20ft in the air otherwise you are in the canopy and can't see anything.

[@IN_Bowhunter]

How did you get your lineman belt around the stand without disconnecting from the tree?

[@JackDrenalin]

Great video. Do you often leave a safety rope for future climbs, I noticed that your were exposed to a fall for a brief moment when you stepped on to your hang on stand, and connected yourself to your tree safety line. Good job, I just purchased three muddy hang on stands and Im going out to get those climbing steps.

[@DIYSportsman]

I never leave a safety rope in the tree for two simple reasons: 1) It's illegal to leave treestands/blinds out on many publicly accessible lands. I'm not sure if a rope would fall under that category, but I really have no need to find out because 2) Leaving a rope in the tree limits your mobility. I often hunt a different tree every time I hunt to stay on fresh sign, and would hate to not be able to check out a new area because my harness rope was already tethered to another tree. I encourage you to watch the update video (link in description) where I made some safety harness modifications to allow mobile hunting with 100% fall protection. Quite a few other people commented on the safety when stepping onto the platform and that pushed me to research a better way. Thanks for commenting!

[@thepubliclandnomad3365]

I was thinking about wrapping the sticks with some Camo nylon tape or something like that to stop the noise. What do you think?

[@DIYSportsman]

I cover my sticks with Stealth Strips, an adhesive lined camo microsuede product made by Stealth Outdoors. It works wonders for the noise and doesn't get gooey after a while like the camo gun/bow tape you can buy. I also cover the buckles with either little pieces of felt glued on or bicycle tubing slid over the top.

[@guysnover5859]

The Lone Wolf Assault used in this video is the first generation Assault. The new Assault ll has been updated with an additional versa button on the stand so two straps can be used. The new Assault II also has a larger seat and improved platform. Best Stands on the market.

[@DIYSportsman]

+cole meeker Yes I love my Lone wolf. It's a great stand if you can afford it. XOP tree stands are very similar, but are lower in price since they are manufactured in China rather than the USA like Lone Wolf.

[@DIYSportsman]

+bowhunter 85 I haven't used a climber in 10 years because they're not very versatile. 8 out of 10 trees I climb aren't climber compatible because of limbs, forks, or knots. The hang on allows me to set up wherever I find good sign.

[@DIYSportsman]

+bowhunter 85 The harness in this video is the stock one from Lone Wolf but I don't use it anymore. Now I use a rock harness and my own linemans belt and tether. My one stick climbing video shows how I made it.

[@DIYSportsman]

+bowhunter 85 I set up and take down for each hunt, like a climber. Most places I hunt don't allow you to leave a stand overnight. For the places that do I usually move to a new tree anyway and don't want to risk the stand being stolen.

[@kyleh628]

Great video! Do you always use one strap for your lock on? i am just wondering because i see they come with two strap areas but i see a lot of people just using the one strap method and cam locking it to the tree like you did here.

[@DIYSportsman]

+kyle haskins I always use one. The new Assault stand comes with two versa buttons for two straps. I think they did it as a safety precaution to help prevent kick outs. Generally, if you use one strap and cam lock it, the kick out risk is fairly low.

[@kyleh628]

okay thanks a lot! i was leaning more to using just one because it doesn't seem like the bottom strap holds much of the stand. the top strap takes most of the weight.

[@catboat4228]

Thank you, so would it be possible to cut down the new one or bad idea?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Cat Boat I wasn't as big of a fan of the mini sticks. Single steps and short sticks are harder to climb with. If you go with a shorter stick, you almost need steps on each side in my opinion, but it could be done.

[@Lopedog394]

Great video. I see your tree linesmans tether is really nice and light Where did you get that ? What brand is it Im talking the line that gives you hands free movement ? Thanks.

[@DIYSportsman]

+Buck Slayer This one was made by Lone Wolf.

[@KapriW2009]

How did you use your linemans rope as the teather to your harness?

[@kidneystones3406]

FOR THE RECORD I DO LIKE DIY SPORTSMAN HE DOES HAVE A LOT OF GOOD IDEAS

[@theworldlywoodsman994]

did you make your tree strap and lineman rope? because the ones you have look to be a lot simpler and quicker than mine.

[@DIYSportsman]

I've made my own in other videos but in older one I was using one from Lone Wolf.

[@theworldlywoodsman994]

@@DIYSportsman Awesome, thanks for the info!

[@colemeeker4593]

I'm trying to decide on a new stand, do you like your lone wolf, and would you recommend it.?

[@OoLIK3AB0SSoO]

Hey man I'm hunting so public land in NY and im hunting archery for the ground (no blind) what should invest in ground blind or hang on?

[@DIYSportsman]

I've always liked hang on stands better because of the increased visibility. The only time I'll use a ground blind is on rainy days. I also feel that deer are less likely to notice a strategically hung tree stand than a ground blind that appeared out of nowhere.

[@DIYSportsman]

And thanks for uploading the original video. A lot of guys really learned from your strategies!

[@MrOutback28]

I use to use my hang on alpha hang on every season but have since went with the sit and climb. I haven't used my alpha hang on for about 6 years now...

[@cantgetenoughoutdoors3258]

You have a new subscriber! I watch the hunting public guys!!!! I mainly use a climber once I get some extra money getting one of the new hang on style ones thanks bro good hunting!!!!

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks. I actually saw that he has a newer video to that one where he says that he does that as well.

[@jakeconner2372]

one more question whats that rope u put around the tree called? would it work with a hunter safety system?

[@DIYSportsman]

That black rope is the lineman's belt that came with my Lone Wolf. It's about $35 on their website. But Hunter Safety System has one too. It's called the "Rope Style Treestrap" on their website $19.95. For a semi permanent setup with a lifeline, you would use the small rope for the initial setup, then attach the lifeline to the tree for future hunts.

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes. Most of the guys I know stick with just the one strap on mobile hunts. As long as you do the step where you lift the platform and push down on the seat you should never have problems with kick-out. A second strap adds a bit more peace of mind, especially with a semi-permanent set so if you feel more comfortable with two straps, by all means go for it.

[@jakeconner2372]

that's awesome! best and most helpful tip how high does that get you up on average thanks again!

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks. I usually hunt about 15-18 feet depending on the setup. I rarely hunt in perfectly straight, clean trees so it's tough to put an exact number on it.

[@jakeconner2372]

you should make a vid on how neatly pack your stand without being loud and having a tangled mess thanks!

[@DIYSportsman]

At 11:18 in this video I show how I usually do it, but I probably should upload a video showing how you could do it without camera gear :How to Film Hunts (part 1: camcorders)

[@beetee2]

Good video. I watched the video you showed in your youtube vid before I saw this one, and I thought it'd be quicker to not attach my belt to the tree until I got the second step on also.

[@noahgerlach3269]

Awesome video! What model lineman’s belt are you using?

[@DIYSportsman]

In that video it was an old freebie lineman's rope. Now I make my own from Sterling oplux.

[@noahgerlach3269]

DIY Sportsman Thank you for the response. I currently have a Hunter Safety System Rope but I have found it to be too heavy and clunky. I will look into the Sterling oplux... do you need to manually install the caribeeners?

[@crustyhunts7556]

What do you use for loops on the harness to attach the climbing sticks for the single trip?! Thanks in advance

[@DIYSportsman]

Paracord works well. Zip ties are also an option.

[@BlackCobra331]

What tree stand backpack straps are those?

[@catboat4228]

how did you shorten your sticks and reposition the hardware? loan wolf sticks are 32" correct?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Cat Boat These are older Mini sticks that they no longer make.

[@DIYSportsman]

In theory, if you do the cam tightening maneuver the platform should never kick out. But theory isn't always reality. You're exactly right, you should be strapped in then. I'm uploading an update video this weekend showing how to use two lineman's straps on the harness to ensure there's never a time you're disconnected, even when going around branches. And I've found a way to do it so that you won't get any metal on metal clanging from the buckles or carabiners.

[@thepubliclandnomad3365]

Could you still carry two of the regular sized lone wolf sticks the same way?

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes, there shouldn't be any issues with the regular sized sticks.

[@dylanmusgrave3231]

Love this video and all the videos on dressing your lone wolf up!!! and I actually copied them for my own lone wolf set up and it’s a absolute dream, I just have one question when you strap your treestand to the tree do you only use the top strap? Just curious if like the bottom strap isn’t necessary

[@DIYSportsman]

+Dylan Musgrave My stand doesn't have a bottom strap. It's too old. They implemented the 2nd strap after I bought mine. You shouldn't really need the 2nd strap there if you cam lock the stand tight to the tree, but the 2nd strap is there to help prevent the stand from kicking out on you.

[@dylanmusgrave3231]

DIY Sportsman ohh gotcha, thanks for the quick reply and keep up the great videos!!!

[@lsutilldeath]

what safety harness are you using

[@DIYSportsman]

I hear you on that one! Especially if its a new area, and you end up climbing through a bunch of twigs because you couldn't see them from the ground in the dark. I've had some really good hunts that started out on days like that though. The deer have no idea something's up until it's too late.

[@shawnbartley7541]

Thanks for sharing . Still looks scary to a novice like me. I am considering a blind. Do you have an opinion on a blind vs. a tree stand? A climbing tree stand?

[@DIYSportsman]

Blinds can be effective. I don't use them much because of limited sight and hearing, and sometimes deer will pop out will very little time to prepare for a shot. Climbers can also be effective, but they can't get into as many tree types as a hang on.

[@ryankuduk4005]

What is the make/ model of that tree stand I would like to buy one like it.

[@DIYSportsman]

Its an older Lone wolf assault

[@ultratec66]

Is there only one strap holding your stand to the tree?

[@321drewb]

any tips to keep your sticks and stand from being taken

[@lukehugo]

I run the exact same setup haha. What are you running for a lineman's belt? looks wayyy lighter and quieter than my huge loud hunters safety system one.

[@DIYSportsman]

randy savage The one in this video was right from Lone Wolf I believe. But now I make my own, and here's the video link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYXPeJ6KmZ1lm68

[@waelharp4060]

Thank you, What brand are the climbing sticks?

[@DIYSportsman]

They are Lone Wolf mini sticks. They stopped selling them a few years ago.

[@waelharp4060]

Ok thank you

[@thereelridder]

Great video showing how it's done. Well done man!

[@grimreaper2773]

The perfect sticks would be the new xop's but with the muddy pro stick quick rope cam system...i seen you do the diy lonewolf/rope cam system which was cool but just imagine the xop's like that

[@DIYSportsman]

Yep. Quicker though less safe. Tradeoff. Personally I'm willing to take the slight risk of falling from 6 feet, but I suppose I would never disagree if someone wishes to use the belt directly from the ground.

[@troyrussell3370]

So, what happens when you slip to fall from the step, do you just got yourself?

[@DIYSportsman]

If you slip off the stick, likely the lineman's rope friction and/or sticks will stop you pretty quickly. So at that point you'd be able to grab and step back onto a stick. Good chance you'd ding a rib or something painful, so it's best to keep tension on the lineman's rope, helping with stability ro prevent a slip in the first place.

[@chemlab12345678910]

Do you leave it for the entire season or take it with you each time?

[@DIYSportsman]

Hang it and take it down each hunt, usually a different spot each time.

[@chemlab12345678910]

Ok tanks. Also did you add those backpack straps? If so where can we find them?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Kyle Po I can't remember what exact model they are, but most sporting goods stores have straps. There's nothing special about these ones.

[@chemlab12345678910]

Ok thanks!

[@BoredAtWork2000]

Ever have an issue with deer seeing your stand back pack straps moving in the wind?

[@DIYSportsman]

BoredAtWork2000 No. The webbing is stiff enough that it really doesn't ever move that much in the wind. If there were enough wind to make them wave, the woods would be so loud and other branches moving enough that the deer would be very unlikely to pick it out. They're much more likely to pick out your movements in my experience.

[@bryandonahue4347]

Are those lone wolf sticks cut down?

[@DIYSportsman]

They are mini versions from many years ago.

[@bryandonahue4347]

I have the longer ones, I was considering just chopping them down into minis.

[@DIYSportsman]

You bet it is! I fished a tournament on the Minnesota Gophers club team a couple summers ago in La Crosse.

[@thelongjourney3847]

What kind of climbing sticks are these? They look so short.

[@DIYSportsman]

They are the old discontinued Lone Wolf mini sticks.

[@thelongjourney3847]

Wish I could find some, they would work perfect with one of the systems that I use.

[@DIYSportsman]

They are probably very close in length to the Muddy Pro sticks.

[@thegreatistjf]

hi what tree stand is this one your using?

[@ConsummateSportsman]

This is a kick ass video man. Very well done! Do you ever use a climber?

[@199tigertail]

Where do u get the climbing belt and harness

[@DIYSportsman]

+tiger tail Right now I have an HSS Ultralight Flex harness from Amazon and also a DIY saddle setup to choose from which I have a video with materials on. I make my own lineman's belt from 8mm Petzl Vector rescue cord, rock climbing carabiners, and a Ropeman 2 ascender.

[@sawtoothscream1521]

Been trying to get my setup down but man it frustrating compared to my climber. Feel like I have ropes all over the place. Think I average 25 minutes from arriving to the tree to when I'm ready to hunt after unpacking everything. It's nice to have but the climber definitely is alot easier and doesn't involve nearly as much gear.

[@DIYSportsman]

+sawtoothscream 1 Practice makes perfect. It took me quite a while in the beginning before I started becoming more efficient.

[@chadadams8521]

Really enjoy all of your videos about filming and editing, but I couldn't imagine hanging a lock on stand and taking it down for every hunt. I've got 10-15 stand locations at any given time that I can sneak into depending on the wind directions. Don't have to worry about carrying all the gear plus a stand and being a sweaty mess by the time I got to the stand. Plus the extra time, noise, and movement it takes to put up a stand. I also have multiple camera arms that I will leave up for periods of time. Seems like it would be very difficult to get on a mature buck with this approach. That being said our regulations about leaving stands up are different and I hunt private land as well.

[@DIYSportsman]

I've hunted in pre-set stands on private before, and it is extremely convenient. Another thing to consider, though, is how much money do you have invested in 10-15 stands and multiple camera arms vs just one of each? And if the stands are cheaper, are they silent and creak free once the leaves drop and temperatures dip well below freezing? It is difficult to kill a mature buck with this setup. It's difficult to kill a mature buck with any setup. From my observation (various people who have taught me and killed collectively dozens of P&Y on public) this strategy can be more effective for mature bucks outside of the rut, for the simple reason that you can sneak into a staging area less than 200 yards from a bed, set up silently, and put an arrow into the deer by the first time he realizes something's different. It's certainly a different style of hunting.

[@marypoppins9596]

my stand isnt the lightest stand ever so when im hanging it its a pain in the ass took me about 2 hours to redo the ladder and move it about 5 feet higher

[@danieldishong2943]

What brand climbing stick are those??

[@DIYSportsman]

+Daniel Dishong They are Lone Wolf. Tue short ones are no longer made.

[@danieldishong2943]

DIY Sportsman thanks. Can you recommend good ones? Light weight and easy to carry.

[@DIYSportsman]

+Daniel Dishong My favorite commercially available sticks are the regular Lone Wolf sticks, Hawk Helium, and the Muddy Pro, just depending on what you're looking for in terms of step design, weight, and overall length.

[@DIYSportsman]

It's a Lone Wolf Assault. Probably a 2005 model or so.

[@cbrew21292]

What kind of lineman belt is that?

[@DIYSportsman]

+Court Brewer It's a Lone Wolf belt in the video. Now I make my own with 8mm static rope and a Ropeman 2 ascender.

[@Hisslave1]

There's a much safer and easier way than carrying the stand on your back. Put a line on your stand and leave it on the ground. When you get your sticks hung and are in position, take the other end of the line that's tied to the stand, toss it over an overhead limb, pull the stand up to position and tie the line off to your top stick and it will hold the stand in place for attachment to the tree.

[@DIYSportsman]

+Hisslave1 Yea, that's another good way to do it. Where there are no limbs you can hang a hook to support the stand weight. Some stands come with easy hang brackets integrated into the system.

[@thorsolien9871]

What kind of tree stand do you have?

[@DIYSportsman]

This is a Lone Wolf Assault from about 2005.

[@DIYSportsman]

Myself personally, I usually take everything out and rehang each hunt. It takes a bit of extra time, but you can get used to it, and it gives you an excuse to be more mobile and bounce around to the freshest deer sign each day.

[@OchoAggie]

I put one up today. Took me 3 hours lol. I have screw in steps though. I'd like some steps like yours but haven't saved up for em yet

[@DIYSportsman]

OchoAggie One of my good hunting buddies uses screw in steps as well. He can climb trees pretty quickly with them, but I find them to be more work, especially when it's below freezing and the bark hardens up.

[@OchoAggie]

Yea they're definitely a pain. They get the job done but it takes a while to get 10 of em in

[@DIYSportsman]

OchoAggie So far this season I've been using 3 mini sticks all with webbing extensions. It allows me to get around 18 feet pretty fast with only about 5 pounds of sticks.

[@dracoaldevaran4052]

i see the shorts sticks where you bougth them

[@DIYSportsman]

+Draco Aldevaran I bought them from Lone Wolf back in 2005. They don't make them anymore though, and now I primarily use the longer sticks, which are easier to climb with.

[@brianlocal3]

Still the best video out there

[@gunluv2609]

I just bought my first tree stand and she's made for comfort. That being said she also weighs a ton, so I know I will not be able to swing her around a tree like you just did your lone wolf stand. Do you have any suggestions for a new guy like me with a heavy stand other than buy a lighter one? Lol

[@DIYSportsman]

Lots of pullups? lol. You can still do many of the things with a heavy stand that you can with a light stand. Using a lineman's belt will be even more critical. Keep it cinched tight so that your lower body is solid and torso close to the tree. The closer you can keep a heavy stand to your body the easier it will be to hang because of leverage. Practice a ton. Eventually you will find a method that's easy for you and repeatable. If your stand has a quick-hang option (where you hang a strap with a hook on the tree, then slip the stand onto the hook) that's really helpful. I remember my dad's big heavy comfortable Millenium stand had a feature like that, but at the time it was uncoated metal to metal and kind of noisy.

[@bgengler30]

I'm a smaller guy myself. I use a step screw so when you get to the top screw in your step screw into the tree. have a rope with you with your tree stand tied to the bottom simply just pull up your stand with the rope and when you get it on your lap wrap the Rope around that tree stuff that you screwed into a tree that's above you and let the stand hang there. then you can put the strap around the tree with a stand and get tighten down and then undo the Rope. Like previous comments make sure you step down onto the stand from the sticks

[@kawi4ev]

Hey man ! Love your vids! quick question tho.. how do you like your assault lock on? I am thinking about getting either the assault or alpa but am worried the assault may be to small. your feedback would be great!

[@DIYSportsman]

kawi4ev I've never used an Alpha, only the same Assault since 2005. I'm about 6'0" with size 12 boots and find it very huntable. The alpha would of course have more platform and seat room and thus be better once set up. The trade off is how much you'll be carrying it vs sitting in it.

[@putnamprollc3014]

Another tip..... from the time you leave the ground have a life line/linemen’s belt on I had a friend fall from only 3 feet destroyed his leg😕

[@travis9217]

Are you blind?

[@thereelaccountant9246]

@@travis9217 are you? He very obviously disconnected when he went from the sticks to the stand, completely unattached from the tree.