One Stick Climbing Method and Rappel

[@ahandymanishere]

I trimmed trees for a living for a long time. I recommend anyone who is planning to use this fantasy system to always use a lineman's rope as a secondary safety into they get to the final position, especially transitioning over branches. Love this video.

[@xtreme8541]

Hey Garrett, just want to say thanks for this very complete video man. This is the only one I've found that shows start to finish, including hauling your bow up, where you hang all your stuff, and you even shot your bow. Super solid work man. Much appreciated.

[@truthstands4ever]

I love how you did this video, all the info a new person needs but nothing extra. Thank you for being thorough, it's really appreciated!

[@tankleo4897]

I've watched so many one stick climbing methods and yours was the most thorough even a kid would understand. As a first time hunter/climber I understood it very clearly. The video detailing explanation was on point thank you.

[@ronmacdougall9612]

I am 62 years old and I just purchased some sticks,platform,and a saddle,can’t wait to practice for next year archery season.Good video

[@SolutreanSpear]

Excellent video, I never realized how much effort tree climbing is even with minimal equipment. All of the smaller pieces of gear like the plastic rope clip and the adjustable orange line really make all the difference in ease of use and safety, thanks for the ideas! Love this channel, thanks for the content!

[@tjjudkins2468]

Just purchased a saddle setup with tethrd and this is one of the best videos out there for information on safety and getting comfortable with your gear. If you are new to saddle hunting watch this video as many times as you need to for ease of mind.

[@pensnut08]

I remember your early videos and I knew you were going places. And you'll only do more and better things!! You are 100% the real deal!!

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks!

[@ShaneSimpsonHunting]

Great video Garrett and Sam. Yall do such a great job on these DIY type videos.

[@stevehayes2848]

Every time I think my system kicks butt, Garrett comes up with something that makes mine look like it was from the Dark Ages. Seriously though, thanks man, your videos are really helpfully thorough.

[@jeremiahwilson7640]

This is the best one stick/rappelling video that I have seen. I always had questions about the pull up rope being attached to the repel line to get it down. Your camera angles helped me to see exactly what you were doing which is awesome! Thanks for another quality instructional video! It is greatly appreciated.

[@Rougar00u]

Next up, DIY Sportsman builds mini spring system to propel 20 feet up a tree.

[@curtisgore1611]

He is the shit

[@squatchfamilyoutdoors9041]

This is the first one stick and rappel method video that is actually very well put together now I want to do this

[@DIYSportsman]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sagewilson994]

I love the way you explained side load. Super easy to understand.

[@Owen4it]

Great demonstration and explanation of when it might be more beneficial to use the one stick method. From what I'm seeing, a saddle is a more comfortable climbing harness and the platform is just a little tree stand with no seat! The key takeaways to this method is the rappel as a rapid descent, lighter for longer hikes and ability to climb higher if needed. Thanks.

[@kilosoutdoors2706]

Awesome & thorough video. Only thing I would change is not throwing climbing stick & platform down to prevent any damage as it could loosen up pivot points in bolts or worse create a hairline fracture. I was always told to retire any climbing gear that dropped on a hard surface as it could create cracks that may only be visible via x-ray. A carabiner or figure eight that has been dropped a significant distance should also be retired (dropped carabiners can suffer damage but still appear intact).

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

Truly a nifty & safe setup. The guys who can't do this r not going to be interested in doing this in the 1st place. The guys who do this w/o a saddle or any type of linesman belt r just cruisin for a bruisin.

[@mattyz92]

Thanks for this! I’m jumping into saddle hunting and definitely want to one stick/repel

[@williamfox1192]

I have always gained solid info from your videos. I have been searching for a video that clearly shows rappelling. A lot of the videos do not really show type retrieval well. I was not necessarily looking to one stick, but I can now see certain situations where it could be advantageous and you have me thinking. I have been saddle hunting about 5 years now and have switched to the Tethrd One stick. I think that could be a good stick to one stick with. It's pretty much in the name. Lol! Not sure if that was their intent. Anyway, one well done and informative video. Thank you

[@pop4725]

Thank you … informative and to the point, the carabiner side load explanation was info I needed

[@michaelklein3244]

Instead of the geartie on the tether you can double loop the rope and it adds friction and will keep your tether up! Hope that's helpful, I'm not sure how to explain what I mean but you can double loop it and it affects nothing. Just adds more friction and you can adjust it. You're tether won't slip with slack easily

[@MavHntr]

been following your channel since you began. I've one stick-rappel for 2 seasons. Your video is THOROUGH and will shorten learning curve for those new to saddle/1-sticking/rappelling ! Of course it seems I'm updating my saddle system after each season for the past 3 years now. Goal is to achieve lightest weight, safest system, Run-n-Gun as I'm located in the west. Often hike in mile or 2, sometimes spike camp several miles into the backcountry. BUT when those new steps on your climbing stick become available....Let us know with a video. thank you.

[@flounderwetspot8524]

With three Tethrd one sticks an a single step amsteel carry as you go aider, I’m getting 18ft to the platform saddle platform. It’s not the 25’ I need. My options are, more sticks ( they’re out of stock of course) . More aider (annoying as hell on the way down) or one sticking ( the safeguard can’t be bought at the moment due to stock issues ). The leaves are about to start falling and I’m in quite the annoying predicament. My concerns one sticking are 1) Noise going up. Especially around branches. 2) Branches, they have to be so damn annoying to work around while hanging and trying to make moves up the tree. 3) rope retrieval on a tree with many branches

[@Ahmad0819]

Rappelling down the tree looks fun as hell. Lol. I like the thought of the one stick method but I am just now transitioning into climbing sticks from a climbing stand. Next season I may try saddle hunting but still not sure yet. Great video and thanks for the ideas and content. Good luck this season.

[@tobinpokrzywa8158]

I’m in the same boat, I’ve been using just a climber and traditional ladder stands for years but I got a set of aluminum sticks and a hang on. I was gonna go with a saddle but they’re very expensive

[@josephtreadlightly5686]

The alternative to this w/o as much gear is the double rope or MRS climbing rope system. However u pretty much have to go out in March & April & rig all your 🌳 spots with paracord to come back to in the fall. This adds a whole new level of dedication but I like to scout that time of year @ the end of winter & by doing the rigging I'm serving a double purpose for walking & riding on an off trail 🚲 all those miles. The benefit is that u don't have to haul all that gear back in the fall. It is a true minimalist way of getting into & out of a 🌳 quickly & quietly since u r connected @ all times from the ground to stand height & back to the ground. It really pays dividends later when it gets colder & your feet & hands r feeling the effects. That's why I choose to do it using that method.

[@jimaugenti704]

I always enjoy your videos Garret. Thanks for taking the time to clearly explain everything and getting the details clearly shown. I appreciate your frank assessment of how you would use it in some situations but probably would use multiple sticks 80% of the time. I agree, and after trying it am thinking 3 or 4 sticks with an aider or two will get me high enough and more quietly with less sweat and fiddling.

[@doncook3584]

OK light just went on relative to tether and cord after repelling down. I’ve used tether that I girth hitch on itself. You’re using a biner so once tension is released at ground the tether will drop. Thanks. Great system very safe. Aider is challenging for me but learned hips out away from tree make bottom step more steady

[@jeretqueen382]

Another great video! I seen the og video and appreciate the update. As a hobbyist tree climber, rappeller I can dig the preparation that went into this as well as the safety tips to new climbers. Keep em coming buddy!

[@lucasmustang66]

Just wanted to say your videos are detailed and good. I won’t be doing that but enjoy multiple sticks. Good luck

[@rodger603]

Great information. I learned how to climb trees doing arborist work. Now deciding on what kind of system I want to use for deer hunting. A micro pulley would be nice to address the problem of the slack. I've heard of guys dropping 5 ft and breaking there back.

[@jerrygrose468]

Excellent video! If you dont mind, a few suggestions. 1. A sliding stopper knot behind your quick link takes a bit of the fiddle factor away from dealing with a gear tie. 2. I worry about your hands when moving your tether up. A pair of 7/64th amsteel/ridged tube handles keep your fingers from between the tree and rope. 3. Since your using a linemans to secure yourself in position, you can reduce the number of tether moves by "flipping" your tether up the tree. Thanks for sharing! I will take a few things away and add to my system.

[@J155P]

Excellent video work. Pretty cool with the clouds behind you. You look like you're 3'000feet high.

[@bobetzweiler2890]

What an excellent and thorough demonstration and explanation! Thanks!

[@jesseburk1986]

i want this whole set up. well done

[@bowhuntznj]

Garret great job of presenting a well thought out system for one sticking! I use multiple sticks with the Madrock Safeguard, quick link, and climbing rope as well. I like the addition of the Nite-Ize gear tie on the quick link, never hurts to have a little back up so that doesn’t slip! Also I use a Doyle’s gear hoist to pull the bow up, I never thought to use it to get the rope down, very clever! The only thing that I was a little sketchy about was using that plastic clip instead of tying a half hitch in the rope. Other than that you are right up there with Joe on one sticking! Thanks for the video I enjoyed it.👍

[@we-will-see-what-happens]

Thanks for the info. I've been watching so many one stick methods trying to piece together a plan for myself and I'm definitely going to implement some of your techniques. Great video

[@elsonjm]

20:00 Question: Is there more safety using the dynamic 9mm rope vs something like the Bluewater Assault line (11.4 mm), which in rappelling provides more safety with “shock loading”, or is it just a trade off for bulk?

[@DROK0352]

Great vid. Thanks for covering the side load issue!

[@DropShop27]

Awesome video. Any special knot to connect the quick link to the rope?? Also do you have a video on how to make that aider??

[@lawrencelewis1036]

Garrett check out the 'notch quickie' sold at arborist supply stores, to replace that quick link.You are absolutely right about side loading carabiners.The notch quickie is the way to go. Thanks

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks, I checked it out and it looks like that should work pretty well! And used within design considerations.

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Dude that is so much work! Sorry man I can't do this without sweating!

[@DIYSportsman]

It's not quite as much work as it looks like, though I do agree that multistick climbing in general is a little easier for me. When it comes to taller trees then the tradeoff starts to swing more towards the one stick when you balance needing to carry 4 or 5 sticks vs 1.

[@mr.skeptical3071]

Still love the vids man!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

What exact model of the gear hoist is that?

[@michaelficarro2591]

I've been climbing DRT, but if I don't have a preset paracord to pull my rope up I have to use my sticks, also if I run and gun finding the right tree to use the throw ball can be a problem. I like the fact that you used your lineman's rope in addition to the tether while you climbed.

[@michaelweingartz9156]

Great video. Although I wouldn't recommend anyone using the gear hoist or any cordage that is tied to themselves. If it were to jam I fear it could release the girth hitch.

[@immanuelsalas603]

Awesome once again, you keep it fast and fun. Thank you. Can you name/link to the rope ladder w steps you use/recommend, please?

[@jamescantwell3041]

great info. I really like the rappel down. (No worries about finding steps in the dark on the way down). I would appreciate it if you'd tell me what dump pouch you're using.

[@DIYSportsman]

This was just a cheap cordura dump pouch from Amazon that I put a bunch of Stealth Strips on. Though I really like the roll pouch concept for this now. Tethrd makes one and there are other 3rd party ones also.

[@WHYtChalk0L8]

I've never thought one sticking was a good idea....until now!

[@carypeaden4147]

I have used ladder stands, Summit climbers, and hang on stands with sticks up until now. I am potentially interested in trying a saddle and platform instead of the hang-on stand. I have heard of "The One Stick Climbing Method" and wanted to learn about it, so I watched your video. It looks a little complicated and potentially scary/dangerous. However, your video is excellent. Thanks.

[@tylerblankenship4761]

Love the idea for the rope grabber. Do be careful when moving up the tether not to get your fingers trapped if a slip or kick out happens. Happened to a guy last year

[@DIYSportsman]

Thanks. I've seen that there are little accessories guys can use to keep their hands outside of the rope.

[@GeorgePelikan]

A local guy uses two zip ties on the rope. Almost like sticking your pinkies out while drinking tea, if that makes sense. He grabs the tail of the zip ties to move the rope and his fingers never get near the danger zone

[@oldforester3015]

Hey Garrett any plans to do a video on your DIY aider? It’s different than your other aider. I realize you sewed it but it’s hard to see how you stitched everything up. Maybe some close ups? Thanks!

[@DIYSportsman]

I'll try to do one before the season starts, but it'll be tight if I can get it out in time. Have a few other videos to push through first.

[@DIYSportsman]

But if you send me a message on Facebook or Instagram I can send some close up pictures

[@oldforester3015]

DIY Sportsman Awesome Garrett. FB message sent. Thanks!

[@andrewmitchell821]

That’s a great demonstration. What is the step distance on that particular stick your using? Thanks.

[@K5AMJ]

Best video and method I've seen yet! Thank you for posting!

[@Dmoore37]

Appreciate the video I wrestled with whether to use a lineman rope or not but the amount of slack that occurs in the transition is just too much not to as you point out. Thanks for showing how you do it!

[@joshjewell1960]

What kind of knot is tied on the quick link? The website recommends a girth hitch, but that knot doesn't look like a girth hitch? I feel like that knot is SUPER important.

[@atubeviewer4942]

Ive seen you try a lot of ways to climb and saddle hunt. What is your overall favorite climbing setup? Not name brand of an items but the design. ie 1 stick w/ 2 fixed steps and 2 aiders, or 3 sticks w/ 2 fixed steps each etc...

[@DIYSportsman]

Probably 3-4 sticks which are double step design. And then I've gone back and forth between a moveable 3 step aider and just having each stick hooked up with a single step amsteel aider. I like that the moveable aider can be put away in a pack and not sway in the wind, and can get me higher, but is a little more awkward on certain trees and requires more attention to detail.

[@gelssonreyes6582]

thank you for the video my friend. very nice explained to make sure every one stay safe out in the woods. God bless you

[@teejayleonard]

This is exactly how I climb nowadays. More safe and you can get to the ground faster if you need to. Good video :)

[@michaelmangano8733]

Great explanation of one sticking. What brand of oversized dumb pouch are you using in the video?

[@timsnell2501]

Do you have a video on how you did the retractible gear hoist in your saddle accessory bag?

[@SATODEN]

Great video. One question about trees with limbs. My guess is that the rope will drop on the nearest limb and retrieve the main rope by using the secondary rope?

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes that's correct.

[@nockit86]

How do you retrieve the rope if there are branches on the tree? Just pull enough slack so you can get to the hitch, undo and snake it through?

[@DIYSportsman]

When you attach the retrieval cord to the main rope before you start rapelling, that takes care of it. When you start pulling the girth hitch might drop down to that first branch, but if you keep pulling on the retrieval cord it'll keep pulling the quicklink down and the tag end will just get pulled around the branch/trunk and then down to the ground behind it.

[@apbt8220]

Have you tried the climbing seat method yet? A friend of mine uses the seat as a platform and does the same as you with his tether but climbs up the tree with the platform.

[@DIYSportsman]

I tried it once a few years ago. Only thing I didn't like was that it would only work on a very few select trees in most areas I hunt, and it didn't seem to be as stable once set up at hunting height as other platform options.

[@chrisleone8003]

How can I get my hand on a couple of those steps so I can make my own climbing stick? Thank you

[@cw2gsp]

Garrett sometimes I feel like you do these methods more for the challenge than anything. 😉. Also please do a bow review for that bow!

[@bumbadum87]

Awesome video. I keep coming back to this as my refresher course. Do you still use the 6mm sterling rope for your stick tie down? And did you (or Carl) drill a hole in the side, between the cam cleat bolts, for your 6mm rope? What kind of knot is that at the end? And ONE more question, do you sell those 3D printed clips? Thanks again. Love this video.

[@DanielKopsas]

Been waiting for a thorough video that showed one-sticking and rappelling. Thanks! I'm about to attach a cam cleat to a hawk helium mini. How did you attach your rope to your stick? I am no knot expert!

[@josephjames6369]

Great video! What pouch is the hoist in? Thanks!

[@jevers2010]

With the rope retrieval after your decent, it only works with a tree without branches, correct? I feel you would need to repel slowly, attach a linesman’s around the branch, retrieve your rope, reattach, repel, etc. Am I thinking of that correctly?

[@DIYSportsman]

You'd be able to retrieve the rope around branches. In this instance, there was nothing in the way so the rope just loosens and falls. But since you're pulling on the carabiner/link side of the rope, when you encounter a branch, you'll be pulling that link towards you, and the rest of the rope just gets pulled through that link at the branch level, until eventually the tag end of the rope backs out all the way through the link, and then you've just got the tag end of the rope laying over the branch. Keep pulling and it'll come down. Having the tag end of the rope nice and tidy and not frayed or knotted let's it glide through the branches and not hang up. It's easier to watch than explain. If you find some other videos showing rope retrieval specifically youll see what I mean. The biggest risk is just wedging the rope into a narrow crotch of a very upward angled branch. If you wedge it in that crease while pulling, and aren't able to whip it free, you'd have to climb back up to unwedge it.

[@patrickhollister7068]

Thank you for putting this together and sharing it. I love that you went through it in detail. I was wondering if you have concern about the gear lift jamming and pulling on the line unintentionally loosening it?

[@sigeptexaskappa1]

Have you considered the no stick method? Add your aider to your platform and climb similar to one stick method. Do you find the one stick method more advantageous than no stick method? This year will be my first to try the no stick method, so I was curious on your thoughts.

[@DIYSportsman]

Overall I think a stick just has better handholds and surface to stand on than the top bracket of a platform. And you always have both top and bottom brackets biting into the tree. With a platform you either need to cam it out which makes it harder to step onto or leave the platform folded up in which case it may be more susceptible to kickout.

[@janamadsen]

Any more info on the Climbing stick

[@fireofcoals5451]

What is the advantage of having a knot instead of an eye on the end of the climbing rope with quick link? I am thinking about ordering a rope with an eye on the end.

[@jhuntley575]

For When you go around limbs

[@NortheastHunting]

I use 4 sticks and a 4 step versa aider between each stick regularly where I hunt to get me up above 25 ft in my saddle. Getting up isn't so bad, since I get into the spot over an hour before first light and don't mind taking my time getting up the tree slowly and more importantly quietly. However, getting back down the tree is no fun after the morning hunt is over, especially when I'm cold/stiff from not moving much for hours and need to use the 4 step versa aider...I've thought about rappelling down and picking up my 4 sticks on the tree on the way down - do you think this is practical or even a remotely good idea based on your experience with your rappelling setup? Or do you think it wouldn't be worth the extra effort of carrying the extra rope, rappelling hardware, etc.?

[@robertherrmann8599]

If you go over a limb while climbing, after repelling down, how does your repel rope pass by that limb when you release it? Wouldn’t it hang up on any limb you went around?

[@DIYSportsman]

If the crotch of the limb is really tight/rough/acute angle you can wedge the rope and need to climb back up to undo it. But typically you just are able to pull it right out of the tree. The loose tag end just gets pulled up and over the limb and then falls down to the ground.

[@robertherrmann8599]

@@DIYSportsman thanks. I also thought it through more and if I had a linesman rope handy still, I could just repel back to the limb and attach lineman’s just under it. Then release the main repel line, and start it over from just under the limb.

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

would a soft shackle made of amsteel be reliable enough instead of a carabiner? I use one with my hammock set up and its rock solid, never slipped or pulled out yet.

[@jimpeterson6541]

Thanks Garrett I have been waiting for this one, great job, thank you

[@Ebetz99]

I noticed you stopped climbing when you reached the bottom step and reset your tether. What advantage do you find to not going to the top step and setting the tether higher? Thanks for the great video!

[@DIYSportsman]

It just becomes hard to reach down and grab the stick then. You can sort of lift it up enough with your toe but still can be challenging. You could of course repel that extra 6 inches to grab it, but then you can't put it up the tree as high.

[@Ebetz99]

That makes sense. Thank you for taking the time to respond! God bless!

[@DrewDiaz]

So what cleat are we using? I keep seeing units rated for 300#, which makes me nervous.

[@SamkoTradBow]

Excellent video with great explanation!

[@_Jeremy_87]

I've been thinking long and hard about one sticking next season I like the look of that stick where can I purchase the steps to make that stick

[@darthvollmer]

thanks for the all the helpful vids. Tie your platform, stick, and/or pack to the tail end of your climbing rope, and lower them?

[@DIYSportsman]

Usually I just toss the platform and stick down to the ground and then pick them up at the end. You couod tie and lower them though.

[@thirdhandman]

Garrett: You have a very well thought out safe system there. If only I were 30 years younger again.

[@TheEagle14489]

Can you do a video of how you built or bought the stuff to make the stick? Do you sell them?

[@DIYSportsman]

The most custom part of this was the steps, which were waterjet cut in low volume, so pretty expensive. Then I JB welded them onto the aluminum and ran a bolt through each, and added the rope and cleat. Tethrd is likely going to be offering the steps as a DIY kit at some point but I don't know the timeframe.

[@TheEagle14489]

DIY Sportsman ok. I get my tethrd Monday so I’ll keep an eye on their site. I’m looking for a better way to get into the tree other then three or four sticks that are heavy! Was thinking SRS but then I’m back into the $400 range for that.

[@DropShop27]

Any special knot to tie the rope to the quick link?

[@DIYSportsman]

I use a scaffold knot.

[@DropShop27]

@@DIYSportsman thanks all new to me and want to do everything safe. Been watching you video over and over again to do it right. Thanks for your help

[@treeghost1978]

Awesome video! Was wondering if you backup your madrock? Lot of back and forth online right now about it, but wanted your thoughts.. Also rappelling while using multiple sticks thanks!

[@DIYSportsman]

I personally don't back mine up. As for rapelling with multi-sticking, it can be a good way to go. Certainly safer to rapel down certain wonky trees. What I have noticed though is that if you climb up a leaning tree you'll rapel straight down with gravity which can make it tough to reach the sticks to remove.

[@charles1075]

The grommet idea for the gear pull up is really smart. I have been climbing trees for the last couple of months using a SRT/SRS system? The hardest part is throwing the line into the tree. Once the line is set, going up or down is fast and fairly easy. Any thoughts on SRS/SRT systems would work work during hunting season? Any cons you see that i should consider?

[@DIYSportsman]

Basically the main cons for me would be what you've already mentioned, which is throwing the line. Going in blind to an area, you're not guaranteed a great setup tree, and personally I think it's not as stealthy for setting up near bedding. But where it could shine is two scenarios: 1, where you preset locations and leave paracord in the tree so you don't need to throw the line on the hunt and 2) when you have a tree so large at the base, it's the only viable option.

[@charles1075]

@@DIYSportsman that's exactly what i am finding. a good throw is still pretty quiet but that is assuming your first throw is a good one. i plan on presetting some trees in late summer with paracord. throwing is getting better with practice. nothing quite compares to the grin you get rapelling down.

[@joeoquendo4943]

How or where can one get the orange clip to secure the rope to the tope of the stick? Thanks.

[@DIYSportsman]

I designed and 3d printed that one specific to that prototype stick

[@justinvanhook7021]

Awsome video glad you went into detail about side loading haven’t seen to many people mention that. definitely learned some great takeaways that I’m going to use this fall

[@boomerrangerron]

Garret, nice video with some help from Sam! Hey dude, I'm very impressed but at my age, I'm either sticking with my Tree Lounger, or buying a new Summit climber. Maybe even hunt from a ground blind more, but definitely this would not be for me! I'm leaving this to you young guns and Army Rangers!

[@billysmith6633]

who makes those platform steps? do you know when they'll be available? thanks for all you videos.

[@DIYSportsman]

Tethrd will make them. Still in the prototype phase though.

[@jed3374]

Is the side loading a serious concern with carabiners? I picked up this method at saddlepalooza and was curious if I need to change my set up. Great video I’ve been looking forward to it for months!!

[@larwood91]

Curious what you were using as your gear strap/bow hanger system? Looked very simple and compact. May have missed it in another video.

[@DIYSportsman]

I'll make a video. Its basically 7/64 amsteel with a spliced loop, and a Nite Ize Camjam. And then I 3d printed a couple small hooks to slide on. They are surprisingly strong.

[@br549american5]

The steel quick link that you are trusting is not rated to climb on. You need a adjustable friction saver on the tree to hook into .The quick link is a no go for sure. Good video.

[@mowerds33]

This video was fantastic. Any idea if that climbing stick will become available? Is that a custom attachment method with the rope and stick?

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes, but not sure on timing. I used a Harken micro cam cleat for the rope attachment. It's similar to the attachment method of the Muddy Pro sticks.

[@mowerds33]

@@DIYSportsman I look forward to a possible review someday, thanks!

[@DanielKopsas]

When I look up the cam cleat on Amazon, there are many versions. Do you mind pointing out the specific one?

[@DrPsychlops]

Does it matter which one stick is used? Are some better than others for single stick climbing? If any stick can be used, what features are most important?

[@DIYSportsman]

You can use just about any stick. In general, larger standoffs are nice, and a quick and easy attachment method is really beneficial.

[@bucksonabudget9186]

Have you tested this method of retrieving your rappelling rope after you had to reconnect over a branch? I wonder if you could pull it down until it feeds out of itself. Thoughts?

[@DIYSportsman]

Yes, that's what happens. You just have to watch out for branches that have a really sharp upward angle put of the trunk because if it gets wedged in, you have to climb back up to retrieve.

[@bucksonabudget9186]

@@DIYSportsman great video, and thanks for answering questions. I have really enjoyed your channel.

[@wizard-z296]

Why don't you backup your Madrock Safeguard with a prusik/autoblock? I have a Petzl GriGri and was hoping to use your method but with the GriGri instead, and then I was going to back it up with an autoblock.

[@DIYSportsman]

The safeguard is designed to hold all by itself, unlike a belay device like the Lifeguard for instance. Not sure on the GriGri, but for this device I'd only use a backup if I wanted the extra redundancy or wanted a little finer control of the descent speed.

[@naemanhardman2247]

Do you have any videos on how to make a two step aider, or know of a good one I could buy?

[@steviesimsii]

How did you make / what did you buy for the grommet?

[@glgxgljfjdhf70]

Idea, your repel rope could be your bow/gear rope. Swing it out the way and repel down

[@paulbiniek9373]

Try a ropeman 1 under clip instead of using the wire tie. It will keep the tether tight.

[@stevemcgillvary9990]

I've used my linemens belt to create another short bridge. I rappel with a figure 8 from my longer bridge, but use a ropeman1 attached to the shorter bridge to auto block...... is a ropeman1 safe in this manner to descend???