"To get up a tree with one piece is very easy. Even easier when getting down. You just shimmy up by hugging the tree and pulling your legs up. I tell you I feel much more secure hugging that tree. To get down on most trees (12" in diameter)I do a fireman slide to the bottom. I can climb trees from 18" down to 8". Like I said why would you want two pieces verses one? "

LOL I don't think I'll be going that route, besides what aboutwear and tear on my clothes, and building up some powerful heat for another and then there's the rain, snow and ice. I suppose I could do the same with my stand just sit or stand on the base when the height was obtained.I don't think I'll be doing it, but the thought that it can be done is good to have in a pinch.