using portable tree stands in the rain?
08-22-2007, 05:49 PM
#11
Nontypical Buck
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
ORIGINAL: early in
I use my Lone Wolf climber on wet trees without any problems. I screw in a tree hook on the back side just below the traction belt on theseat portion so it can't slip down if you need to stand.
I use my Lone Wolf climber on wet trees without any problems. I screw in a tree hook on the back side just below the traction belt on theseat portion so it can't slip down if you need to stand.
that is a great idea, where did you get your tree hook?
08-22-2007, 07:32 PM
#14
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: West Tennessee
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
if you set the strap good enough then it dont matter if the tree is wet or dry , atleast if you use a summit 
08-22-2007, 10:01 PM
#16
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2006
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
Another Summit user here. I climb in all weather and have for years, but I have to agree with the other guys and say that the bark matters. Rain doesn't have an effect on my stand, but there are some trees I just won't climb...namely Maples
08-22-2007, 10:02 PM
#17
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Alden, NY
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
ORIGINAL: snake123
Another Summit user here. I climb in all weather and have for years, but I have to agree with the other guys and say that the bark matters. Rain doesn't have an effect on my stand, but there are some trees I just won't climb...namely Maples
Another Summit user here. I climb in all weather and have for years, but I have to agree with the other guys and say that the bark matters. Rain doesn't have an effect on my stand, but there are some trees I just won't climb...namely Maples
08-22-2007, 10:11 PM
#18
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2006
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
Maples just a type of tree around here. They don't bear any fruit or nut. They're just kinda there LOL They have a really soft bark though. They're not a hard wood like an oak or cherry
08-22-2007, 10:15 PM
#20
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Martinsburg, WV
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RE: using portable tree stands in the rain?
i personally carry a ratchet strap with me when i'm using my climber. wrap it around the tree, attach to each end of the seat frame, and snug it down. Doesnt go anywhere no matter how fast i stand up.