I have a harness (5point) that allows me to adjust the slack between me and the tree> I also have a climbing system that once in place allows me to tether to the rope with my safety harness and slide the know up as I go. It will catch you. The only problem is trying to slide the knot up the climbing rope with no tension on the rope underneath the catching know. It can be alittle cumbersome climbing onto the stand. I also put in extra steps so I have three hand hold getting onto my stand. Two that I normally use and a backup grab step if I need it. My cables do get in the way while getting into the stand. With my system I can't fall however and that let's me relax a little. I am wary of heights.

THWACK!