I think Cabela's Magnum Climbing Sticks are a great value. I do like the cambuckle straps, but they also use a double D ring strap that is harder to tighten. I have a 12 footer and a 16 too. I got a 12 for my son for Christmas this year. My feet are BIG and I don't have a bit of trouble climbing. I feel they are much safer than screw in steps and if you tie them together with two straps, one on each end, then tie the straps to each other, you can carry them slung over your shoulder with very little effort. Jim