I have a home made latter stand that unfolds to about 18 feet high. About half way up the latter i have a brace that goes from one of the steps to the tree that i tie down. Then climb up and tie down the top. I dont use a belt when sitting up there because i made a nice cage that i hardly fit in for side and front support. Also aides in a rest for shooting during gun season. But since im going to start bow hunting again this year i will be buying a safety harness of some sort. The stand doesnt look that great but it stops the tree from swaying in the wind so its plenty stronge