Simple Saddle Climbing Tips - Up and down in 5mins

[@tylerelkins9619]

I just started saddle hunting & went right into one sticking & I will admit there is a learning curve just like anything else but, it really isn't that hard at all & I personally enjoy the rappelling aspect to it much more than multi sticks. that being said i will use multiple sticks if I am doing some Pre-Sets on my Hunting Lease, so there are definitely benefits to both ways but, one sticking is really not that difficult as long as you have the right equipment. P.S. I'm 6' 250lbs. so I'm not in the best shape either, Food for Thought...

[@Mat-Miller]

Yeah its still not faster and not safer (Only because of the extra steps). But if it works for you, then I am happy for ya :)

[@jchunting]

Awesome video mate, will come in handy when I finally get my a into g and get my saddle

[@Mat-Miller]

Was chatting to the Advanced Archery team at the ATA show and I think they are going to get some Tethrd stuff in

[@jchunting]

@MeatHunters they've stocked some Tethrd stuff for a while, unfortunately I won't buy from them, but will keep my eyes peeled for where else I can get it from

[@dhjr43]

I agree on having a good system .

[@Mat-Miller]

Repetition, putting everything back in the same places and making sure every step is finished 100%. You can climb in the dark with no flash light on if you do this.

[@Ajumi-]

this is crazy, i need 30min climbing up...

[@Mat-Miller]

@@Ajumi- how are you climbing dude?

[@hunterslifestyle625]

This is 100% correct

[@TayHumes92]

Pro in the saddle freak in the sheets

[@Mat-Miller]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Pacotheburbanhunter]

😂

[@apexpredatoroutdoors8308]

2TC beats them all for weight, simplicity, safety, and silence.

[@Mat-Miller]

2TC?

[@apexpredatoroutdoors8308]

@@Mat-Miller 2 tether climbing

[@Mat-Miller]

@@apexpredatoroutdoors8308 How can two tethers be lighter and more simple and quieter? That makes no sense, a Tether is made of the same stuff a pole belt is? So there for it can not be lighter or any more silent., It can not be more simple, because you need to synch it on twice. The only thing it could potentially be is more safe, but again, being more complicated, that adds an element of risk as well. But, I am a huge advocate for people using a system that makes sense to them, just dont be making outrageous claims! Good luck next season.

[@apexpredatoroutdoors8308]

@MeatHunters my 2TC rig is constructed of a 30' section of sterling htp. A girth hitch is formed in each end, and it's connected to my saddle through two hitch cord (friction hitches). Total weight for the 2TC / saddle combination made with 9mm htp is just 3.5 lbs. It's much quieter as a result of being metal free.

[@Mat-Miller]

@@apexpredatoroutdoors8308 Ok! I secure my metal points so they don't make any noise. Unless of course they hit each other which would be hard to do, but not impossible!

[@kylen1922]

What sticks are those. Really like how easy they pack together. And the string lock sytem looks super easy.. Have been useing the muddy pros with cam lock because they are so quite.

[@Mat-Miller]

Hey mate. These are the Tethrd One Sticks. A purchase you won't regret. Only 1lb each stick as well.

[@kylen1922]

@@Mat-Miller thanx for the reply defentiley going to look into these for next season.

[@kylen1922]

​@MeatHunters u should do a video on your full set up. How u Attach your sticks,platform and gear.

[@Mat-Miller]

@@kylen1922 I can do that for sure 👌

[@LIFEONTHELINE-xn8gs]

Try the S.M.A.R.T. one stix method. It's actually safer, faster,(so fast lol) and easier. No, not a joke. Too many benefits to list. I hope you give it a try.

[@Mat-Miller]

You are going to have to explain why its safer and faster! It still requires more movements and it has a higher complexity to it, which inherently makes it more dangerous (Not saying it is dangerous)

[@LIFEONTHELINE-xn8gs]

@@Mat-Miller Sure. 1st thing I do is put a climbing line on the trunk of the tree. Then just plug in the stick to advance the rope and clip in. Then one can climb however they want (multi stick for example) Then when you advance the rope again you are standing still and lined in, so you advance the rope again. If I was multi sticking, I would climb like you, and just add the rappel rope. Making it safer if you slip. A whole lot safer than how folks are one sticking. So, when one sticking, instead of moving the rope by hand as you climb, you have it ahead of you keeping it tight. (NO SLACK). I use a mechanical advantage because I'm overweight and it makes it easy. Really. Easy. But that can be left out. I agree with you speed isn't as important. But since you asked me to explain. I get 8 feet (I'm 6ft) every move. That takes about a minute. after the first. Which is about a 1.5 min. No bs. I know it looks busy, but it is very simple. The only thing that's added is 2 little light weight rope pushers. The main point is this. You can't fall if you are attached to the tree, with a rope with no slack in it. I really appreciate you commenting. Plz investigate further. Give it try. Maybe save some folks. Thank again.

[@Mat-Miller]

@@LIFEONTHELINE-xn8gs No worries! Yeah each to their own... I forget sometimes that I am very at home on a tree. If you got a system that works for you, then thats all that matters :)

[@LIFEONTHELINE-xn8gs]

@@Mat-Miller Cool. I'm just trying to get the word out that there's a safer way to one stix. Hunters are falling every year. I know this isn't for everyone. Thanks for your time sir.

[@tonysobina8390]

​@@LIFEONTHELINE-xn8gshooking up a lifeline rope and advancing it up the tree while you climb with 4 or 6 steps sounds like a great idea! ...And if you want to return hunt you could just leave the sticks and rope in the tree and come back for the next day's hunt..safer, quiet, and easier to Hunt the tree the next day...

[@LizardKing513]

One sticking is terrible. I did that for an entire hunting season and will never do it again. The fiddling with the ropes takes so much time, management and frustrating; very hard to climb trees with a lean; it’s not as quick to change trees; much more expensive than you think to get the proper gear; and your decending rope will get stuck in trees. These YT videos don’t show much of this, but if you hunt multi-limb trees, rough bark trees, be ready for the frustration trying to get the rope out. I’ve had to climb back up separate incidences to tie pull up ropes to the main rope to work it out of the tree. Not something you want to do when it’s pitch black outside. It’s not worth the weight savings and it’s all hype.

[@Mat-Miller]

That's my general impression as well mate. The biggest thing I find funny is that they say you are saving weight...

[@wurdwalkupridedown7829]

If you're posting videos like this, you should make sure that you have the safety dialed in. The most dangerous part of the climb is transitioning to the platfrom....tether in before you step up! But as apex predator said, you can't beat 2TC for simplicity and packability. It's probably not as popular because there isn't much to market or have KZbinrs promote lol.

[@Mat-Miller]

Buddy I can guarantee you I have climbed more vertical miles than you and my safety is so dialed in, I have even written safety procedures for industry. I was an arborist for 16 years, and have done everything from Helicopter and crane work, to tree planting and training people in Arb! But thanks for your comment.

[@wurdwalkupridedown7829]

@@Mat-Miller congratulations on all of your accomplishments. Exactly 0 of those makes stepping on to your platform with a linesman’s belt safer than using a tether.

[@Mat-Miller]

@@wurdwalkupridedown7829 righto mate. It's only safer if you need it to be... Let that sink in.

[@georgehardin8452]

Awsome tutorial video. One of the best I've seen.i subscribed. I use all tethrd gear except the one sticks.i really want them but i have a size 13 boot and im thinking they will not have enough room.any feedback would be appreciated. 😊😊😊

[@Mat-Miller]

Hey mate. I'm out hunting at the moment and don't have the with me sadly. I guess I could set them up and measure?

[@georgehardin8452]

@@Mat-Miller that would be much appreciated. Thanks 😊

[@wurdwalkupridedown7829]

@@georgehardin8452 I have used them with a size 12 boot. They certainly aren’t roomy or comfortable, but if packability and weight are your goals, then they will work.