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I just purchased my first climbing stand. It is similar to the Hunters View climber. How do I put the stands together in order to pack it around? My stand didn't come with any back-pack straps so I'm gonna have to find something. Also how do you keep your stands together tightly so they don't rattle and make a loud noise? I'm thinking I might have to use some felt or friction tape in places where they are gonna touch. The stand comes with a strap to put around the stand once you are situated in your spot to secure it, but it isn't a ratchet type, you pull it tight and it just doesn't keep the stands tight together when transporting. I'm open to any tips and suggestions on how to sneak in quietly. Thanks

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Try a bungee cord.

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i only use climber stands because i hunt only public. what i use is a rachet strap, it holds it very tight no noise. and it works well for a secure hold on the tree. as far as carring straps, i look for old back packs from yard sales, $1-2 for it. works very well.

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I use a ratchet strap to hold mine together when transporting it to my hunting spot,, plus the ratchet strap will help hold it tight to the tree, no movement,, no noise.. works very well..

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I also use a ratchet strap to keep them secure while moving them. As far as backpack straps go I purchased the API deluxe padded straps for $15 from Bass Pro Shops.

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Same as the last 3 posts! Works well and safe!

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I use heavy duty velcro straps. I actual use the ones that I had left over from my years of playing hockey in a previous life. (Used the straps to keep the knee pads on and my leggings up.)

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Mine (Buckshot Equalizer)came with a rope ratchet. I've seen them on TV and in hardware stores, it works great and is quiet to tighten and loosen.http://www.roperatchet.com/video.shtml

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shouldve got a summit viper!:eek:

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I'm in the same boat as you. I bought a climbing tree stand (no it wasn't a Summit Viper...I'm poor :() and I'm having to outfit it to use. I bought a set of shoulder straps from OutdoorSuperStore.com for $8.25. http://www.outdoorsuperstore.com/sto...tID~272199.htm
I thought about it yesterday and I remembered that I have two army backpacks with padded shoulder straps that I could've used. I don't know if they are long enough or if they would've attached to the stand...but it is too late now.

I am using the pull strap that came with the stand to secure it to the tree but I think I am going to go with the rachet type after reading this post (thanks). I am going to attach one to the foot climber as well. I like the idea of it being secured to the tree. Use these straps to secure the two climbing pieces together for transport. My stand came with a small bungee cord to attach the climbers together for climbing so you don't loose the foot climber if your feet slide out. I secured that small bungee to my stand to go behind my boot heels to hold my feet in the straps. I am using two cinch straps (old army cinch straps) that have interlocking ends so they won't come off...unlike rachet straps that only have a hook. I am also using an old pull cinch strap for a utility strap around the tree to hang my backpack. I will slide one hook through the strap loop at the base of the second hook and use that hook to hang my pack. I have another strap that I am thinking about cutting the hooks off of and threading them on the strap so I can have three hooks to hang things on. I also cut a piece of camo cloth, folded it in half and added four strings. I will tie it to the stand once I get up the tree as a sniper blind around the arm rest. I will try to get a picture of the stand this weekend....

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Bungee cord and ratchet straps ususally work well in packing most climbing treestands. In many cases both sections of the platform will slide into one another for easier packing.

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try the camping section at wal mart(or similar) they should have some 'all purpose' straps with a simple spring loaded lock.

i usually have a few around me, just in case

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I'm getting use to the stand and love it. I think I'm going togo with a ratchet strap to bundle the stands together. I'm going to look for some backpack straps and get those attatched. My next question is, how many of you honestly use your safety harnass while climbing up? I have used mine both times, but it is somewhat restricting, but for good measures. I have the full body harnassand when I'm standing I have a hard time shooting back towards my right. It will have to work.

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I climbed about 10' up a tree this weekend with my new stand and harness and I kept getting the harness strap caught under the stands top cable around the back of the tree. I thought about waiting until I get to my desired height to attach the harness to the tree. I think it would depend on what type of tree I'm climbing and if I'm getting a good grip or not.

I took my new stand out last night and attached it to my "smooth tree" so I could get a picture of the sniper cover I made.

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I wouldn't even think of climbing up a tree without my harness! OMG.... I mean like...

I have a Summit Viper X4 with the Seat 'o The Pants harness, and I am totally secure and comfortable22' up in a tree.

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i need a new strap for my harness i dont like the one it came with

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I don't use my strap while climbing up with my climber, it would take me 1/2 hr to get up the tree. I just go up easy and safely, and so far have not had any problems. But I always wear it once I'm stopped where I am going to be.

In fact, it's weird...kinda like wearing a seat belt in a car. I feel naked without it. Last year one time, I forgot my belt...and didn't have time to go all the way back and get it. I felt weird the whole time I was up there. I think what makes it so strange for me, is that for years, I never wore one...and was perfectly fine 20' up.