Been bowhunting since 1966, no falls yet. The treestand people say it's not "will" you fall but "when" you will fall. I began using safety straps a couple of years ago but I guess I'm ready to try using the full harness now. I still feel that I can get out of trouble if I find myself there but I suddenly realize that it's pretty stupid to chance not being able to hunt any more just to be macho.