I was watching TV early this AM and there was an infomercial for the
hunter's treestand. This is a variation of the deer stand that actually
goes up in a tree.
The example showed the tree stand (holds 1000 lbs), a foot stand, and
associated safety belts. The infomercial showed both a tree and a large
tubular mast being climbed.
This looks like a possible aid in climbing trees or tubular mono poles. I
have used a bow and arrow, the E-Z Hang sling shot and watched Dave Fischer
(now W7FB) use a fishing rod. I also have a tree man who used a rope for
climbing. I have used tree spikes in the past and have scars to prove it.
The results are not always what you want. The pricing is less than 2 hours
of a good tree hands rate and you can probably get to 70 feet safely. In
any case check it out at www.treestands.com.
I have no interest in this product except for putting up antennas.
73 Dave K4JRB
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