Originally Posted by
rugerno1
I have lifelines on my hang-on and ladder stands. You never know what can happen in the dark or in wet and slippery conditions. For the money ($30), you can't afford NOT to have them!
Agree. And they are even cheaper if you make them yourself. Its really the only way you can be safe in a ladder stand climbing up down.
FWIW, all our ladder stands are steel. Have not had an issue with any welds on steps yet (knock on wood), and some are 8-10yrs old.